Swish! is set to transform Bank Lane in Cairns’ CBD into a vibrant open-air gallery and joyous dance floor for a two-evening celebration launching the Cairns Festival!

Featuring murals by interstate and local artists, the project culminates in a two-night program of top-tier DJs and live music, curated by Brother Jenkins. With laneway pop-up bars and bites from MexiCairns, Three Wolves, and Coral Sea Brewing Co, Swish! blends art, music, and hospitality to bring the laneway to life.

This celebration will shine a spotlight on Cairns as a thriving hub for art, culture, and hospitality.

Bank Lane is located between 13-15 Spence Street, Cairns CBD

Thu 28 Aug | Festival Pre-Party
7.00pm – 8.00pm: Isa Maka
8.15pm – 9.45pm: The Pad Boys

Fri 29 Aug
4.30pm – 5.30pm: Jimmy Flipshyt
5.30pm – 6.30pm: DJ Spell (Beats set)
6.30pm – 7.00pm: Buenos Nachos roving performers
6.30pm – 7.30pm: DJ Spell (DJ set)
7.30pm – 8.30pm: Versace Boys
8.30pm – 11.30pm: Sampology

Mural artworks by: Katira (Melbourne) & Lucylucy (Melbourne), Cam Scale, Loretta Lizzio, Wally Wallwork, Caroline Mudge, Kane Maneylaws, Rachee Renee, Mum’a Nai, Jak Paradox & Mat Maize.