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Wildflower walks, open gardens, creative workshops, bushfood experiences and country-town celebrations - this year’s Bloom Festival is all about celebrating everything that blooms across WA’s Great Southern.
From 12 September to 11 October 2026, Bloom Festival brings communities across the region together for a month of wildflowers, culture and creativity.
The festival spans the Great Southern from Kojonup to Pingrup, Bremer Bay to the Porongurups, and Frankland River to the Stirling Range.
From fields of everlastings and historic herbariums to Noongar cultural experiences, local markets, live music and guided hikes, there’s plenty to discover along the way.
Download the full program at the Bloom Festival website.
Highlights by shire
Shire of Gnowangerup
With the Stirling Range on its doorstep, Gnowangerup is a natural spot for wildflower lovers. Join the Mt Trio Guided Wildflower Walks, discover malleefowl and native gardens at Yongergnow, or take part in Exploring Ngow Walks. The Blooming Creativity Exhibition and creative workshops add a splash of colour, while Bulla Meil offers opportunities to experience bush tucker, storytelling, cooking and Noongar culture.
For those looking to extend their Great Southern trip, the AFGRI Mountain Country Music Muster returns from 29 October to 1 November.
Shire of Jerramungup
Head towards Bremer Bay for De Vine Wreaths, where you can create your own wreath before enjoying lunch and a casual wildflower walk through town. Further into Fitzgerald River National Park, Quaalup Delights combines self-guided nature walks with cake and coffee at the historic homestead.
Shire of Katanning
Katanning brings plenty of community spirit to Bloom, with the Katanning Artisan Collective, Katanning Miniature Railway and all-ages playground among the highlights. It’s a chance to explore local creativity while soaking up the character of one of the Great Southern’s most multicultural country towns. The Katanning Agricultural Show also returns later in October with free gate entry.
Shire of Kojonup
Kojonup is packed with ways to experience spring, from Kojonup’s Herbarium and Wildflower Self Drive Tours to the Australian Heritage Rose Maze. Don’t miss Lucinda’s Everlastings Open Day on 4 October, or La Hacienda, a colourful water-wise garden open to visitors on 10 and 11 October. The Bloom Festive Family Floral Market also brings fresh produce, native plants, garden and bulb flowers and bush tucker together for a family-friendly day.
Shire of Woodanilling
Join Woodanilling for this year’s Bloom Festival launch, Woody in Bloom, a free community event celebrating Djilba. Expect entertainment, food, markets and family-friendly activities for all ages, plus the opening of the Woodanilling Art Exhibition, showcasing local artistic talent.
Shire of Cranbrook
Celebrate 100 years of the Shire of Cranbrook from 2-4 October with a special anniversary event exploring the shire’s rich history and heritage. Cranbrook also makes a handy base for exploring the surrounding Great Southern landscapes, including the nearby Stirling and Porongurup Ranges.
Shire of Broomehill-Tambellup
Small-town creativity takes centre stage with Bloom Through the Lens, a photography challenge capturing the wildflowers, landscapes, people and stories of the Great Southern. Bloom on the Hill at Broomehill brings local and regional artists together, while Tambellup hosts creative workshops, an open mic night and an aromatic plant and herb distilling workshop.
Great Southern highlights
There’s plenty happening beyond the shires, too. In Kendenup, celebrate the change of season at the annual event featuring the burning of last year’s vine cuttings woven around the Vine Goddess.
In Dumbleyung, Gather Foods and Wuddi Aboriginal Cultural Tours are joining forces for a three-course bushfood dinner, showcasing local ingredients and Aboriginal food culture.
And for those keen to get out on the trail, Albany Tours invites visitors on a challenging hike from Whalers Cove to Uredale Point, taking in the region’s wildflower displays along the way.
With events scattered across the region throughout September and October, Bloom Festival is the perfect excuse to take the scenic route, stop in a few country towns and see the Great Southern at its colourful spring best.
Image Credits: Jenny Fest Photography and Annie Leitch Photography
Event details
Date | 12 September - 11 October 2026 |
Time | Varies by event |
Location | Great Southern, Western Australia |
Cost | Event range from free to ticketed. |
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