JK-47. Photo supplied.
Bigger and better than ever, Lismore Youth Festival will take place across multiple venues in Lismore from 14-16 April.
Organisers say there will be three days packed with music, performance, art and workshops to entertain and inspire young people. And it’s all free!
JK-47 to headline music line-up
Kicking off the festival on Wednesday 14 April at NORPA at Lismore City Hall will be Bundjalung hip-hop sensation and 2020 Triple J Unearthed Winner of the Year JK-47, headlining an awesome line-up of music by local acts. Lismore Quad. Photo Terra Sword.
On Thursday 15 April and Friday 16 April, The Quad and surrounding buildings will come alive with a half-pipe, skating comps, DJs, comedy, light saber dance offs, and a huge workshop program that offers everything from street art to bush survival.
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