Unique Events

Great Southern Art & Craft Trail

the Great Southern Art & Craft Trail is a vibrant tapestry of creativity held across a multitude of venues in the Great Southern.

Travelling between different venues while viewing the diverse works of talented local artists and artisans makes for a unique way to immerse yourself in creativity. The trail is very much an artistic journey — a celebration of community and art’s power to inspire and connect. This event also offers an opportunity to engage with the artists and gain insight into their creative process and inspiration, as many artists open up their studios to visitors and hold demonstrations and talks about their work.

This festival is a joyful celebration of love, equality and the strength of the LGBTQ+ community in Albany and typically kicks off with a hugely popular Drag Opening Party.

Other highlights include a gala dinner, comedy lunch and a Harbour Boat Cruise. There are games and competitions, parades and parties and educational activities for all ages to dive into as you embrace the festival spirit.

And don’t miss the Festival’s Fair Day where pets and families visit the Town Square to browse stalls, watch entertainment, and of course, take part in the annual Dog Show.

Mad Hatters Tea Party by Headspace

THeld as part of Mental Health Week, this whimsical, yet highly meaningful, Tea Party is designed to raise awareness about mental health in a fun and imaginative way. It’s a free community event and one that provides a safe space for discussing mental health as well as a place to make new connections.

Attendees can sip tea, savour treats and engage in interactive activities while supporting an important cause. Expect stalls, music, entertainment, games, a Best Hat Competition, and cake of course!

26 Jan | Binalup Festival

22 March | Ride to School Day

31 March | Neighbour Day

5 April – 12 April | Youth Week

25 April | Anzac Day

2 May – 12 May | Taste Great Southern

20 May – 26 May | National Volunteer Week

26 May | Boer War Memorial Service

27 May – 3 June | National Reconciliation Week

1 June – 2 June | Albany Classic

1 July – 31 July | Maritime Festival

7 July – 14 July | NAIDOC Week

27 July | Korean War Service

18 August | Vietnam Veterans’ Day Service

1 October – 31 October | WA Bike Month

26 October | Beersheba Memorial Service

27 October | Nurses Memorial Services

10 November – 17 November | WA Seniors Week

11 November | Remembrance Day

1 December – 31 December | Christmas Lights Trail

7 December | Christmas Festival and Pageant

31 December | New Year’s Eve Picnic and Fireworks