Albany Then & Now
Explore the story of Albany/Kinjarling through a visually rich exhibition featuring panoramic projections across a 180-degree screen.
Major Event
Lighting the Sound
An Australian-first event spanning across three weekends in March 2026.
Across three weekends in March 2026 13/14/15, 20/21/22, 27/28/29, From sunsetMajor Event
Albany Then & Now: Historical Panoramas of Menang Noongar Boodja
Explore the story of Albany/Kinjarling through a visually rich exhibition featuring panoramic projections across a 180-degree screen.
12 December 2025 – 1 June 2026, 10am – 4pm* *Public holiday hours may varyMajor Event
Albany Is
A soundscape woven from the voices, songs and sounds of Albany and its surrounds.
Available June 2026Major Event
Our Place, Rain or Shine
An epic community story told through theatre, film, and memory.
25 – 26 September 2026, Times varyMajor Event
Kalyagul: Connections to Menang Country
This landmark exhibition celebrates the deep connection of the Menang Noongar people to their ancestral lands and waters around Albany.
4 July 2026 – 21 February 2027, 10am – 4pm*Major Event
The Song Catchers
West Australian Opera and Breaksea are proud to present The Song Catchers, a new work created with the Albany community that will form a cornerstone of Albany 2026.
23 – 25 October 2026, Times varyMajor Event
Taste Great Southern
Taste Great Southern is back for another extended weekend of incredible food, world-class wine, and unforgettable experiences — all set against the region’s breathtaking coastlines, forests and rolling vineyards.
5 – 8 March 2026Major Event
Kinjarling Djinung Maat
Albany is known for its stunning landscapes, rich Aboriginal culture, and vibrant multicultural community.
Throughout 2026* *Check back for updatesMajor Event
Carrying the Fire
A community-led closing celebration for Albany 2026.
14 November 2026, Time TBCMajor Event
Kaya 2026 – New Year’s Eve Picnic and Fireworks
Join us this New Year’s Eve as we welcome 2026 together.
31 December 2025, 5pm - midnightMajor Event
First Lights Kinjarling
First Lights Kinjarling will bring those deep-time stories into the skies, using cutting-edge drone technology to illuminate ancient narratives shared by Menang Elders.
6/7/8 March 2026, 6.30pm – 8.30pmCommunity Led Event
Launching Mapping Menang
Now, learn the First Nations story of Strawberry Hill at Barmup—a site of immense cultural significance, disrupted by British colonisation.
18 April 2026Community Led Event
Festival of Halls
The Festival of Halls is dedicated to revitalising historic community spaces by showcasing local talent in music, art, and storytelling.
22 May - 7 June 2026Community Led Event
Albany Pride 10 Year Anniversary Festival
The 2026 Albany Pride 10-Year Anniversary Festival is an inspiring and inclusive regional celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community.
19 February 2026Community Led Event
Reflect, Respect and Reactivate
An immersive and powerful year-long program featuring cultural performances, artists in residence, film and workshops.
Throughout 2026Community Led Event
Girl Guides WA 2026 State Jamboree
Attending Guides will enjoy a camp full of exciting activities including the opportunity to experience local Menang culture and Albany's natural beauty.
4 October 2026Community Led Event
Sculpture at Binalup
Experience art in the open air with a new outdoor sculpture exhibition set against the coastline of one of Albany’s most iconic locations.
10 – 19 April 2026, DailyCommunity Led Event
Albany 2026 Mural Project
The mural project by well-known local artist Glenn Hegedus will draw content from existing and new collaborative partnerships, stakeholders, Menang groups and Elders.
Throughout 2026* *Check back for updatesCommunity Led Event
King River Flora and Fauna Mural and Trail
King River Hall is set to receive a vibrant new addition throughout Albany 2026!
Throughout 2026* *Check back for updatesCommunity Led Event
Binalup Menang | First Light, First People
A Menang-led collaboration between Elders and award-winning portrait photographer Nic Dunca.
26 June – 25 July 2026Community Led Event
A Gift of Truth-Telling; Notes on the Bicentenary of Albany
A Gift of Truth-Telling; Notes on the Bicentenary of Albany will be published in Studies in Western Australian History Journal.
Launching in 2026* *Check back for updatesCommunity Led Event
Numen
An immersive multimedia song cycle exploring the origins, climate and landscapes of the Great Southern region.
18 September – 12 October 2026Community Led Event
Between the Mountains and the Sea – An Exhibition Presenting the Extraordinary Heritage and History of the Lands in Far Eastern Albany District
A two-week exhibition will feature a 30-minute film showcasing the Wellstead District—located in the eastern reaches of the City of Albany.
7 -22 September 2026Community Led Event
KAARLA WIRREN (Fire Spirit)
The vision of respected local Elder Aunty Carol Pettersen and presented by Southern Edge Arts with Noongar Associate Director Rachael Colmer, this powerful work celebrates the resilience of people in the face of historic change.
16 May 2026The 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.
