Bloom Festival - Great Southern Treasures
The Great Southern Treasures springs to life showcasing the region’s rare blooms.
The Bloom Festival celebrates the renewal of spring focusing on the region’s exotic wildflowers, incredible landscapes and natural beauty, providing unique experiences for visitors from all around the country.
It is the signature annual event of the Great Southern Treasures, encompassing 50+ events and activities across nine shires and 26 communities.
The Festival spans across the entire Great Southern Treasures region, from Kojonup, out to Pingrup, down to Bremer Bay on the coast, across to the Plantagenet, Porongurup and Frankland River, taking in major centres such as Katanning, the Stirling Range’s and everything in between.
Events include, arts, crafts, displays, exhibitions, fauna & flora-themed activities, creative workshops, food events, markets, Noongar culture events, open gardens, wine and dine events, heritage trails, guided tours and hikes through the Stirling’s.
Date
12 September 2026 – 11 October 2026
Times
See website for more information
Notes
The Bloom Festival spans the entire Great Southern Treasures region. Travel safely and always:
- Make sure you take breaks while driving
- Leave no trace
- Be aware of wildlife
- Don’t leave your children unattended
- Adapt your speed for the weather and road conditions
- Ensure you have enough water
Website
Event Socials
Information
Plan your visit to the Bloom Festival – Great Southern Treasures
Location
- Kojonup WA 6395
- Pingrup WA 6343
- Bremer Bay & Stirling Ranges WA 6338
- Plantagenet & Porongurup WA 6324
- Frankland River WA 6396
- Katanning WA 6317
Notes
Parking may vary. Please review the website for more information.
Get ready to indulge your senses!
Savour the very best of exceptional local produce, world-class award winning wines, indulgent sweet treats and homegrown breweries and distilleries
Great Southern Distilling Company
Singlefile
The Dam at Raintree
Plantagenet Wines Cellar Door & Cafe
Things to do around here
Find out what to do while you’re in Australia’s South West.
Strawberry Hill at Barmup on Menang Noongar Country
National ANZAC Centre
In 2026, as Albany marks its bicentenary, a visit to the National Anzac Centre offers a powerful opportunity to reflect on the stories that have shaped the region and the nation.
Museum of the Great Southern
Albany’s Historic Whaling Station
10% off Adult or Family admission to Albany’s Historic Whaling Station Use code WADREAM to redeem offer online.
ArtSouthWA 2024 Southern Art & Craft Trail
Denmark Animal Farm & Pentland Alpaca Stud
About your accommodation
The best place to start when looking for somewhere to stay before, during and after the event
Mt Trio Bush Camp & Caravan Park
Chimes Spa Retreat
Stay 3 nights midweek and only pay for 2, using Promo code: WINTER26
Parrys Estate
The Sleeping Lady Private Retreat
BIG4 Middleton Beach Holiday Park
Winter Special - Stay 4 nights and only pay 3
Tasman Holiday Parks – Albany
Kids & Pets Stay Free across all South West parks until the 31st May
Stirling Range Retreat
Acclaim Albany Holiday Park
Peaceful Bay Chalets
Heyscape Cabins – Denmark
$150 towards your stay with code SOUTHWEST150. *Conditions Apply
Nearby events
Time your visit to make the most of the ever-changing events and cultural landscape.
Southern Art and Craft Trail
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Discover over 70 exhibitions and open studios showcasing visual arts and crafts.
Wild Gravel – Cycling and Running Event
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A Cycling and Running Adventure in the Stirling Ranges
Travel Inspiration
Let us do the leg work for you with these carefully curated itineraries and blogs on the Great Southern and Great Southern Treasures
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