Waves of People have made Parramatta their home over thousands of years - diverse and relatable stories of people or place can be found on this page from Immigrants of Indian, Chinese, Korean, Greek, Lebanese and many more cultures and backgrounds.
15 August - Independence Day
Independence day is an annual national festival celebrated to commemorate India’s independence from British Rule on 15 of August in 1947 after 200 years of slavery. This day is the re-birth of India, when the British Empire left India and handed over the country to its leaders. It is the most significant day in the history of India and celebrated every year with great enthusiasm by the Indian people.
21 March - Harmony Day: a celebration of cultural diversity of Australia
On Sunday 21 March, people across Australia will come together to celebrate Harmony Day.
Australia is one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world. Australian Bureau of Statistics figures showing that 29.7% of Australia’s population is born overseas. Parramatta is an incredibly diverse city with 50% of Parramatta residents born overseas and 52% speak a language other than English at home. Harmony Day presents an opportunity for all Australians to come together to celebrate great achievements and core Australian values.
The message of Harmony Day is 'Everybody Belongs', its annual observance aims to encourage inclusiveness, respect and belonging for all Australians, regardless of cultural background.
17 March - Saint Patrick's Day
Saint Patrick's Day, also known as the Feast of Saint, is a cultural and religious celebration held on 17 March each year. This day is the traditional death date of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.
Saint Patrick's Day was made an official Christian feast day in the early 17th century and is observed by the Catholic Church, the Anglican Communion - especially the Church of Ireland, the Eastern Orthodox Church, and the Lutheran Church. The day commemorates Saint Patrick and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland.
