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Pakistan Independence Day Celebrations

Sunday, 16th August, 2026

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at: Fairfield Showground, 443 Smithfield Road, Prairiewood NSW 2176

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Event will start at 11am and finish with Fireworks at 6pm.

Supported by:

We are thankful to all those organisations who whole heartedly supported the event.

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We will welcome you at the Event!

We are honoured to have a long list of distinguished guests attending the event, including you and your wonderful family. Below are some of the respected personalities who will grace the occasion and celebrate with us.

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Farhat Jaffri

Chief Organiser - welcomes you all!

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His Excellency Mr. Irfan Shaukat

High Commissioner Pakistan to Australia

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Qamar Zaman

Honourable Consul General Pakistan in Sydney

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Pakistan Azadi Mela 2026

Vision Statement

To celebrate and bring together the Pakistani-Australian community that contributes positively to a diverse, inclusive, and harmonious Australian society.

Mission Statement

To create meaningful opportunities for Pakistani businesses and professionals to showcase their products and services through community events, while fostering harmony and promoting diversity and inclusion across Australian society.

What will you experience at the event!

Food

Food stalls covering all types of delicious and scrumptious food for families.

For Kids

Kids will find tons of activities for them.

For Families

Families will enjoy meeting friends and relatives and share food and fun.

For you!

Lots of awards and lucky draws at the event.

Frequently Asked Questions

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  • Live music and national songs

  • Cultural dances

  • Family fun meetings

  • Flag hoisting ceremonies

  • Kids’ competitions

  • Fireworks

  • Community speeches

  • Food markets and stalls, and

  • Many more...

Pakistan Independence Day is celebrated on 14 August because Pakistan became an independent nation in 1947 after the end of British rule in the Indian subcontinent. It marks the creation of Pakistan as a separate homeland for Muslims under the leadership of Muhammad Ali Jinnah.

Pakistani families in Australia celebrate with cultural festivals, flag ceremonies, food stalls, music, traditional dress, fireworks and family gatherings. In cities like Sydney and Melbourne, community organisations arrange large events featuring Pakistani food, children’s activities and cultural performances.

The main colours are green and white, representing the Pakistani flag. Common symbols include crescent moons, stars, national flags, bunting, badges and cultural clothing such as shalwar kameez.

Popular foods include biryani, kebabs, karahi, nihari, samosas, chaat, jalebi and Pakistani desserts. Tea and BBQ gatherings are also very common during family celebrations.

The celebration promotes unity, patriotism, cultural identity, diversity and appreciation for freedom. Overseas Pakistani communities also use the occasion to teach younger generations about their heritage.

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Pakistan Azadi Mela 2026

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Address

Suite 1A - 40 Raymond St, Bankstown NSW 2200, Australia

Phone

+61412781933

Email

info@fopa.org.au

ABN

91874043796