Kup Murri
For the first time in 1770 Festival history, the Gooreng Gooreng will host a Kup Murri, a traditional underground cooking experience that offers a powerful cultural connection through food, storytelling, and community.
Held on Saturday 24 May 2025, this special event is free for the community to enjoy and is set to be one of the most meaningful and memorable highlights of the 1770 Festival weekend.
What is a Kup Murri?
A Kup Murri is a ceremonial feast where food is slow-cooked in an earth oven using hot stones and carefully prepared layers of leaves, resulting in rich, smoky flavours passed down through generations. The Gooreng Gooreng people—Traditional Custodians of the land—will lead the preparation and cooking process.
The fire will be lit in the early hours of Saturday morning, followed by the careful preparation of the food. Throughout the day, festivalgoers are invited to observe the process, learn about this beautiful and time-honoured cooking tradition, and connect with First Nations culture in a respectful and engaging way.
At 4:00pm on Saturday, the community is warmly invited to gather and share in the meal as the food is served—a powerful moment of unity, gratitude, and celebration.
This first-ever Kup Murri is part of the 1770 Festival’s expanded Indigenous program, proudly made possible by the Indigenous Art & Language Program. It represents a chance for both locals and visitors to gain a deeper appreciation of the traditions, stories, and food of the Gooreng Gooreng.
Date: Saturday 24 May 2025 (during the 1770 Festival)
Kup Murri fire preparation: Early morning
Cooking demonstrations: Throughout the day
Food served: 4:00pm
Cost: Free for all community members
