See local events, visit the annual car races, the opera, a movie, markets or horse races in Albany.
If you can tear yourself away from your self-contained accommodation or caravan/camping site in our park, then take a look at what local events are on during your stay.
Entertainment
Markets
- The Albany Boatshed Markets are every Sunday from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Boatshed on Princess Royal Drive, Albany. These markets feature local growers and producers of fresh and gourmet foods and Great Southern wines. In addition to the wonderful seasonal produce grown here in the Great Southern, talented local artisans showcase their beautiful and distinctive products. There is also live music to keep your toes tapping.
- The Albany Farmers Markets are every Saturday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm in Collie Street. ββAn established top spot to shop for the day to day and for the unexpected and unusual. The quality and range of products every week is enormous providing a place for local growers to sell their quality produce from across the region. There are vegetables and salads, organic beef and lamb, free range pork, bacon, ham, free range chicken, breads, cow, goat, sheep cheese and yoghurt, mussels, milk and cream, ice cream, olive oils, eggs, nuts, jam and preserves, plants and fresh flowers. All this together with a complementary selection of organic grown vegetables and fruit.
Horse racing
- Albany Cup Day is held annually in March.
- Other horse races at the Albany Racing Club.
Car races
- Albany Classic β Around the Houses. Middleton Beach Holiday Park is a sponsor of this annual event every June.
- Albany Show & Shine is held annually in September.
Festivals & Events
- The Albany Maritime Festival is annually in June/July. This year it's from 29 June to 14 July, 2024. There are events at Albany Historic Whaling Station, Boatshed Markets etc.
- Taste Great Southern is annually in May. The eleven day festival is over two weekends and boasts an incredible line up of more than 40 culinary experiences. There are long lunches, degustations, premium pairings, festivals, community markets, free events, award winning wine, fantastic local produce, amazing chefs and more. These events sell out fast, so we recommend booking your accommodation or site here well in advance
- The Southern Art and Craft Trail is from 21 September to 6 October, 2024.
- The Albany Wildflower Festival is annually in September. This year it's 18-21 September, 2024.
- The Bloom Festival is annually in September. This year it's from 21 September to 20 October, 2024.
- Southern Art and Craft Trail - Discover local artisans and their beautiful creations on 21 September 2024.
- Active Colour Games - A fun obstacle race like no other on 28 September 2024.
- Perth Glory vs Newcastle Jets Soccer Match - Catch this pre-season match at Albany's Retravision Stadium! On 2 October 2024.
- The Big Bike Film Night - A must-see for cycling enthusiasts. On 3 October 2024.
- Green Fair on the Square - A festival of forgotten skills. On 19 October 2024.
- Festival of Torbay - A local favourite you won't want to miss! On 26 October 2024.
- The Albany Christmas Festival and Pageant is much loved and is on every December. The elves are hard at work finalising the details for this year. More details can be found at the City of Albany website.
Now that you have seen how much there is to see and do, it's time to book your accommodation or caravan/camping site.