Harmony Day 2026
Harmony Day is an annual celebration of our cultural diversity, inclusivity and respect for each other. It brings people together no matter their culture, ethnicity, language background or religion. The core Australian values we share ensures everyone belongs.
What’s new for 2026
This year, Merrylands High School will be celebrating Harmony Day over TWO DAYS in Week 10A of Term 1.
Tuesday 31 March
Years 7 to 9
Periods 1–2: Regular classes
Periods 3–4: Assembly then
Cultural Showcase
Period 5: Regular classes
Years 10 to 12
Periods 1–5: Regular classes all day
Wednesday 1 April
Years 7 to 9
Period 1: 9:00–9:45 am Regular classes
(45 minutes)
Period 2: 9:45–10:30 am Regular classes
(45 minutes)
Recess: 10:30–11:00 am
Period 3: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Regular classes
Period 4: 12:00–1:00 pm Regular classes
Lunch and Period 5: Food Festival
Years 10 to 12
Period 1: 9:00–9:45 am Regular classes
(45 minutes)
Period 2: 9:45–10:30 am Regular classes
(45 minutes)
Recess: 10:30–11:00 am
Periods 3–4: Assembly then
Cultural Showcase
Lunch and Period 5: Food Festival
💃🥁 Cultural Showcase 🪇🎭
- For the cultural showcase on Wednesday 1 April, there will be a limit of TWO TICKETS per FAMILY.
- Tickets for community members cost $5 per ticket.
- Tickets must be purchased BEFORE Wednesday 1 April.
- Entry on the day is by TICKET ONLY via the pedestrian gate (Gate 2) on Bristol Street, between 11:15–11:30 am.
- Due to work health and safety requirements, all visitors MUST wear enclosed shoes (no thongs).
- School-aged students from primary schools or other high schools may not attend.
🍛🥘 Food Festival 🧁🍲
- The Food Festival is held on Wednesday 1 April for all students and community members.
- It starts approximately 1:15 pm (lunch) till 3:00 pm end of school.
- Food and drinks can only be purchased with $1 and $2 TOKENS.
- Tokens can be purchased from office staff in the QUAD on the day of the festival between:
› 8:15–8:45 am (before school)
› 10:30–11:00 am (recess)
› 1:15–2:15 pm (lunch) - School canteen will only be operating at recess on the day.
Have a question about our Harmony Day Celebrations?
If you have any questions about how we celebrate Harmony Day at Merrylands High School or any general enquiries, feel free to reach out to our helpful front office staff.