Wagga is set to host what is known as a corroboree.

Geoff Simpson said the upcoming ceremony would be the first known recorded public corroboree to be held in Wagga since 1868.

"The people that are putting it on want to share what culture is all about with others," Mr Simpson said.

"A corroboree is a celebration of dance, song, story and language, that's the basis. It's about practising the ritual because the ritual makes the country vibrant."

Mr Simpson said the corroboree is not about entertainment, it's about healing the land and in turn the people.

"We want to share that with everyone so they can reconnect with our responsibilities to look after this landscape," he said.

"The opportunity is there to learn. If you heal the place, you heal the people."

Mr Simpson said the event is open to anyone who was opening to feeling the power of the ritual, or who wanted to learn more about history and culture.

Wiradjuri man, and former local sporting identity, Joe Williams, said this would be an outstanding opportunity to showcase the strength of culture.

"Culture and connection is a healer for Aboriginal people," he said.

"We are sharing this healing ceremony with the people of Wagga to help all people connect with Wiradjuri Country and our culture."

Mr Williams said he would like to thank Wagga City Council for their support of the event.

He added that Corroboree Wagga Wagga Ngulangumbilanha, translates to "returning home to a sacred gathering place".

Local Wiradjuri man Pete Ingram said it would be a beautiful gathering.

"The first of its kind for over 150 years, that is something special for our community," he said.

Corroboree Wagga Ngulangumbilanha will be a family-friendly, drug and alcohol-free event at the Marrambidya Wetlands on October 26.