About the Event
Celebrate WA Day in Albany with a vibrant, family-friendly event at the Museum of the Great Southern. Featuring live music, creative workshops, storytelling and interactive experiences, this free community celebration brings people together to share.
Enjoy a diverse program of live performances from local artists, along with hands-on workshops and interactive activities for all ages. Explore Living Histories, a dedicated storytelling space showcasing community voices, cultures and experiences through performances and engaging sessions.
What’s On
- Live music and choir performances from talented local performers including BilyaBeats, Bird on a Wire Choir, The Valdoonicans and combined performances from Albany Senior High School and North Albany Senior High School.
- Living Histories cultural experiences with Michelle Essex, sharing stories and traditions from Filipino, Italian and Menang communities through performances and interactive sessions.
- Aboriginal cultural demonstrations with respected Menang Noongar man Larry Blight of Kurrah Mia, showcasing traditional Aboriginal toolmaking and cultural knowledge.
- Family favourites including Jamie the Clown, face painting, bouncy castles, outdoor games, museum craft activities and messy play for little ones.
- The much-loved Thong Throwing Competition returns with sessions for both kids and adults.
- Explore the immersive “Albany Then and Now” exhibition marking 200 years of Albany’s history through interactive displays and storytelling.
- Visit the WA Museum’s Museum in a Container exhibition exploring the stories of cameleers and camels in WA — and meet Naqa the life-size camel.
- Enjoy FREE entry to the historic Brig Amity for the day.
- Grab a bite to eat from food vendors and community sausage sizzles while connecting with local community groups, environmental initiatives and emergency services.
- Take part in hands-on cultural activities including Japanese origami workshops and interactive displays throughout the precinct.
Bring your family and friends and celebrate everything that makes Albany and Western Australia special.
