The Lighter Months Program
The ultimate guide for spring and summer in Albany is waiting.
Frances Andrijich
Albany Historical Society Art Exhibition
An immersive journey through art and inspiration of 200 years.
21st Jan – 21st January 2027
Cats & Dogs: All at Sea Exhibition
Albany’s Historic Whaling Station presents Cats & Dogs: All at Sea, a captivating photographic exhibition exploring the often-overlooked role of animals aboard seafaring vessels.
1st Jul – 30th September 2026
Major Event
Kalyagul: Connections to Menang Country
This landmark exhibition celebrates Menang people's profound connections to the land, sea and skies of Albany and their crucial role in shaping how the region’s natural world was explored and understood.
4th Jul – 21st February 2027, 10:00AM – 4:00PM - Exhibition*PUBLIC HOLIDAY HOURS MAY VARY
The Botanical World of Mary Delany
Discover the extraordinary botanical world of Mary Delany in this touring exhibition from The British Museum. Featuring high-resolution digital prints of her most spectacular works, this exhibition celebrates the beauty and detail of the natural world through one of history's most remarkable botanical artists.
1st Aug – 24th October 2026 - Open daily, 9am – 4pm
Major Event
Albany Is
Close your eyes and listen. What does Albany sound like? The crash of waves, the rustle of wind, or perhaps it’s the songs and stories that echo through its hills and streets. In mid-2026, Albany will unveil Albany Is, an immersive soundscape capturing the essence of this extraordinary place.
6th Aug – 31st December 2026
Community Led Event
The Gift of Truth Telling: A Lecture Series
Learn about the many truths of Kinjarling through different lenses - from Menang Elders, to expert historians, to cutting edge scientists.
27th August 2026, 5:30PM – 6:30PM - The Battle of the Harbours: Fremantle vs Albany10th September 2026, 5:30PM – 6:30PM - Mirnong Maat: The tale of four whales24th September 2026, 5:30PM – 6:30PM - How two young women defied the exclusion of Aboriginal children from school in the 1940s8th October 2026, 5:30PM – 6:30PM - Walking Together with Noongar people: New insights on biodiversity conservation, focussing on Eucalypts
The Albany 2026 Events Program
The Albany 2026 program features a dynamic mix of Major Events and community-led initiatives that place the Albany community at the heart of this historic milestone.
Supported by Lotterywest, the Major Events will unite people through powerful arts and cultural experiences that celebrate diverse perspectives, advance reconciliation, and preserve Albany’s rich heritage for future generations. From immersive exhibitions and performances to storytelling and hands-on workshops, these events honour the past while shaping a vibrant, inclusive future.
Complementing the Major Events is a wide range of community-led activations that reflect the region’s deep cultural roots and future aspirations. Together, the program fosters shared cultural expression, intergenerational dialogue, and a lasting legacy for the Great Southern.
