Events

Balingup Medieval Carnivale

EVENTS ARE BACK SWEEPING THE STREETS OF THE BUNGEO REGION AND HERE ARE SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS THAT DESERVE A SPOT ON YOUR RADAR...

Bunbury Fringe Festival

Balingup Medieval Carnivale

Saturday, 27 August 2022 The Balingup Medieval Carnivale is a legendary event held in the magical town of Balingup. The carnivale has evolved from a half day event outside the town hall in 1996 to a weekend full of medieval colour and fun. Marvel at the fire performers, medievalists in battle and the daily grand parade. Make sure you bring your appetite for gourmet foods, cider and mead tastings, and the Friday evening feast. Visit balingupmedievalcarnivale.com.au

Dardanup Bull & Barrel Festival

Saturday, 8 October 2022 The Bull & Barrel Festival brings Dardanup to life for a day jam-packed with festivities for the whole family. The theme this year is "Water; The Source of Life" and emphasises our reliance on water in sustaining all living things. This will be cleverly and interactively showcased through water sports, the promotion of waterwise gardens, and agricultural displays.

Come for the fantastic food stalls, kids craft marquee, and an array of animals and stay for the annual fire sculpture built by a local artist, which will burn spectacularly in the evening. Visit bullandbarrel.net.au

Wine Wander

Saturday, 5 November 2022 This spectacular event will once again fill the streets of Bunbury as wineries from the Geographe region pair-up with venues within the city. Explore the series of pop-up bars hosting inspiring wine tastings. All you have to do is grab your ticket and glass on this self-guided, adults-only walking tour as you sip, swirl and taste your way through the world-class wines of Geographe. Visit bunburywinewander.com

Donnybrook Apple Festival

Bunbury Fringe Festival

January 2023 The Fringe Festival is on again in 2023 and we cannot wait for the details to be released! The event promises an even

greater range of Australia-wide cuttingedge, eclectic entertainment for adults and kids than ever before. The outdoor rave for the kids in the Fringe Garden will be back again at this festival, which is firmly anchored in the Bunbury cultural program. This event is a celebration of diversity, culture, art, community and music with a fantastic range of shows for all ages. Whether it’s a city band, family rave, house music, rock, tribal tones or live DJ sets, all tastes are catered for at this vibrant weekend-long event that showcases some of Australia’s amazing talent. Of course, some of the region’s best local craft breweries and restaurants will be serving up some of their specialty brews and cuisine. Visit bunburyfringe.com

Bunbury Beer Festival

Saturday & Sunday, 18-19 February 2023 The Bunbury Beer & Cider Festival will sail back into Koombana Bay foreshore in February 2023, bringing a flood of good beer with it. There will be an impressive 50+ breweries and cider houses, including Beerfarm, Thorny Devil, The Cidery, Cheeky Monkey, Froth, Bush Shack Brewery, Outback Brewing Co, Runamuk Cider Co, Wedgetail Brewing, Wilson Brewing and the Cocktail & Wine Bar. This highly anticipated event is supported by local food trucks, including The Arcade Diner, Clean Tasty Dirty, The Melt Method and the American BBQ Smoker. Have a go on the bumper cars, sideshow alley, mini golf, ping pong, hoops and lawn games. There is also a great line-up of live music happening over this free twoday event, with Brews by the Bay running from 2 – 9pm on February 18th and the unforgettable Sunday Sesh on February 19th. Register to guarantee entry! Visit bunburybeerfest.com

Donnybrook Apple Festival

Saturday & Sunday, 8-9 April 2023 The Apple Festival is an iconic BunGeo experience and a chance for locals to showcase the splendor of its soils. With entertainment all day long across the festival grounds, the enormous Produce Tent filled with local fresh produce and wine tastings, a Future Farming Pavilion, sideshow alley, free entertainment for the kids, and much more, the Donnybrook Apple Festival is a must-see for locals and tourists alike. Visit donnybrookapplefestival.com.au

CINEFEST OZ

CELEBRATING ITS 15TH YEAR, the South West's very own world class premiere destination film festival CinefestOZ is back and we couldn’t be more excited about the fun this luxurious and entertaining film festival will bring from August, 23-28 2022.

This year marks the 10th CinefestOZ in Bunbury and for the first year brings a fantastic Lotterywest-funded Community Day, featuring the iconic IndigifestOZ.

Open to the public, the Community Day Program hosted Saturday August 27 includes interactive film experiences, free community screenings, andcelebrates local Indigenous talent and businesses.

The IndigifestOZ Deadly Indigenous Shorts will return to feature Indigenous filmmakers, supporting diversity in visual storytelling and authentically reflecting Indigenous Australian culture.

During the festival, attendees can expect a mixed line up of short film and feature film screening events.

Every year exciting pop-up events are hosted at top Bunbury Geographe venues, showcasing quality food and wine and film talent, including filmaker Q&As. We're eagerly awaiting this year's program, so be sure to stay across the CinefestOz website for updates.

If you know of any students in the South West with a knack or passion for film, direct them to check out the Cinesnaps Schools Program to tap into great opportunities linking them with industry professionals.

The Industry Program will also once again host a professional learning event within the disability space, proudly supported by the South West Development Commission.

Join the festivities, see great new Australian films, rub shoulders with filmmakers and make this event your unforgettable down south getaway! Visit cinefestoz.com

Cinefest Images: JLG Photographics

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Lost & Found

GET LOST IN THE BUNBURY GEOGRAPHE REGION THIS SPRING AMONG A FEAST OF FANTASTIC FOOD AND WINE EXPERIENCES – BROUGHT TO YOU BY LOCAL PRODUCERS.

IN ITS SECOND year, Lost & Found is returning to showcase the spectacular culinary and craft beverage experiences on offer in the Bunbury Geographe region. Indulge in some of the region's best food, wine, craft beer and spirits through a series of curated pop-up events, hosted by local producers from September, 8-11. From a sleek and sophisticated speakeasy event in Bunbury, to a warm and inviting candlelit

Good Nights at Green Door

Saturday 10th September, 6pm – late Sit amongst the stunning views of Green Door Wines, wine in hand, and watch a series of stellar musical acts (both national and WA talent) with a backdrop of the rolling green hills of the Ferguson Valley. There'll be food trucks and Green Door’s full selection of wine available throughout the event.

wine soirée in the Ferguson Valley, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Prepare to pull on your gumboots and grab your coat as you get ready to explore – whether you’re getting lost in Bunbury or found in the Ferguson Valley.

We've compiled a list of a few of the highlights you can expect to experience as Lost & Found brings the BunGeo region to life.

Dark and Spirited at Cuprum Distillery

Friday 9th September A spirited evening of sea shanties and dark spirits in Cuprum’s distillery turned speakeasy for the night, with password entry and all.

Brewer’s Long Lunch at Bush Shack Brewery

Saturday 10th September, 2:30pm – 5pm Be treated to a three-course long lunch, expertly paired with Bush Shack owner and head brewer Danial Wind’s favourite brews, while getting to know more about the beers and how they’re made, straight from the source! A rare opportunity to sit down and chat all things beer with Dan while enjoying a delicious multi-course lunch.

Candlelit Cabernet Dinner at St Aidan

Saturday 10th September, 6pm – late A sumptuous meal, lit by candlelight, in the heart of the Ferguson Valley. Discover a selection of St Aidan vintages, expertly paired with dishes that showcase the textures and layers of flavour in each Cabernet Sauvignon. Along the way, St Aidan winemakers and founders, Phil and Mary Smith, share what makes each vintage so special. Canapes and roaring fire included. Visit lostandfoundfestival.com.au