Modern galleries, contemporary performance space, and eye-catching architecture – Western Australia captivates curious visitors with its artistic attractions.  

At Perth’s newly opened WA Museum Boola Bardip, immersive and interactive displays bring Australia’s breath-taking heritage, natural beauty and artistic vision to life. Meanwhile, the city’s vibrant cultural precinct buzzes with a year-round calendar of cultural events, shows, performances and concerts.  

Take your art appreciation to the great outdoors, with opportunities to view sculpture installations, soaring murals and ancient Aboriginal rock-art sites at destinations across the state. And don’t forget Perth’s urban street art, which turns the state’s capital into a thrilling open-air exhibition space.  

Meanwhile, Western Australia’s museums and heritage buildings transport visitors back in time, charting a course through its rich maritime and mining history.  

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Now in its 26th year, the Mowanjum Festival will once again celebrate the vibrant living culture of the Ngarinyin, Worrora and Wunambal peoples. The grounds of the Mowanjum Arts Centre in Derby will host dancers, singers and performers from throughout the region in the delivery of a unique storytelling experience through Junba (traditional song and dance) and puppetry. From 2pm visitors will have the opportunity to watch or participate in traditional practices such as damper making, spear throwing, ochre painting and boab nut carving. And as the sun goes down the performers will take centre stage in the sharing of stories, showcasing traditional body painting and totems. A Kimberley experience not to be missed this dry season!

Adults: $25 - $45
Children: Free - $25

11 Jul 2025

Adults: $25 - $45
Children: Free - $25

11 Jul 2025

The Boab Festival is back to celebrate the West Kimberley Lifestyle, it's going to be bigger, better and brighter in its 65th year. The festival has a hardworking committee, fantastic sponsors and a huge lineup of events. Held during the July school holidays, there is plenty to keep your family occupied and having a great time. They'll be a Float Parade, Mardi Gras, Basketball Carnival, Mowanjum Festival, Country Concert, Night Markets, Derby Cup Race and so much more - see website for a full schedule of events.

05 Jul 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

05 Jul 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

The Kimberley Art and Photography Prize (KAPP) has been a vibrant showcase of the region's artistic talent since its inception in 1970, facilitated by the Shire of Derby/West Kimberley. This annual competition has grown into an essential cultural event, offering a unique opportunity to explore the rich artistic landscape of the Kimberley. The KAPP is a remarkable platform where local artists present their hard work and emerging careers, often capturing the distinctive landscapes, traditions, and stories of the region. It serves as a powerful vehicle for cultural expression and connection to place, highlighting the role of art in preserving cultural heritage and community identity while stimulating economic growth. Spanning over two weeks, the event kicks off with an exciting opening night, followed by a two-week exhibition that allows visitors to thoroughly explore the showcased artworks. The event culinates in a closing auction, providing a dynamic conclusion where attendees can acquire pieces and directly support the artists. Visitors to the Kimberley Art and Photography Prize can immerse themselves in the local art scene, gaining a deeper understanding of the community and supporting local artists. This engagement helps artists continue to tell the story of the Kimberley, ensuring the preservation and promotion of indigenous art and culture.

Free

05 Jul 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

Free

05 Jul 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

Celebrating 25 years of showcasing the vibrant art, culture, and stories of the Noongar people. As we reflect on a quarter-century of creative expression, this year's exhibition, Celebrating Continuing Connection to Noongar Boodja, we come together to honour the deep connection Noongar communities have with their land, history, and traditions. Through this exhibition, we invite you to experience the richness of Noongar culture as told through the eyes of contemporary artists. Each artwork is a testament to the strength, resilience, and beauty of the people, offering insights into their lived experiences and ongoing cultural renewal. Join us in celebrating the power of storytelling, the diversity of Noongar voices, and the enduring significance of Noongar Boodja. This is not just an exhibition; it is a gathering of community, a time for reflection, and a call to acknowledge and celebrate the living legacy of Noongar art.

Free

30 Mar 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

Free

30 Mar 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

As the days shorten and the cold weather creeps in, venues across Albany will heat up with a wide variety of arts, culture and children’s events. The Maritime Festival celebrates the city’s cultural and maritime history, including that of Albany’s Menang Noongar people – who have strong links to the sea dating back thousands of years. The Maritime Festival is presented by the City of Albany.

01 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2025

01 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2025

Our story is not one story, but many stories to share. Balancing Act features Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander works of art from the State Art Collection. In this exhibition, you will encounter a vast range of material revealing the wide scope of First Nations truth-telling and art-making practice. Radical observations about the ups and downs of life are placed side by side with expressions of relationships with Custodial Country; the locations and places artists and communities care for, according to their kin and family ties with place. Different versions of history are told, at times emotional and challenging, alongside moments of great beauty and poignancy. Many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists use their cultural production to investigate feelings and unpack ideas around identity in the wake of colonisation. Others use their work as a way to support and express their own grief and healing, as well as to express joy and cultural belonging. Balancing Act invites you to be surprised, delighted and challenged by the stories told through the eyes of First Nations artists and their works of art.

Free

02 Mar 2024 - 30 Jun 2026

Free

02 Mar 2024 - 30 Jun 2026

Now in its 26th year, the Mowanjum Festival will once again celebrate the vibrant living culture of the Ngarinyin, Worrora and Wunambal peoples. The grounds of the Mowanjum Arts Centre in Derby will host dancers, singers and performers from throughout the region in the delivery of a unique storytelling experience through Junba (traditional song and dance) and puppetry. From 2pm visitors will have the opportunity to watch or participate in traditional practices such as damper making, spear throwing, ochre painting and boab nut carving. And as the sun goes down the performers will take centre stage in the sharing of stories, showcasing traditional body painting and totems. A Kimberley experience not to be missed this dry season!

Adults: $25 - $45
Children: Free - $25

11 Jul 2025

Adults: $25 - $45
Children: Free - $25

11 Jul 2025

The Boab Festival is back to celebrate the West Kimberley Lifestyle, it's going to be bigger, better and brighter in its 65th year. The festival has a hardworking committee, fantastic sponsors and a huge lineup of events. Held during the July school holidays, there is plenty to keep your family occupied and having a great time. They'll be a Float Parade, Mardi Gras, Basketball Carnival, Mowanjum Festival, Country Concert, Night Markets, Derby Cup Race and so much more - see website for a full schedule of events.

05 Jul 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

05 Jul 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

The Kimberley Art and Photography Prize (KAPP) has been a vibrant showcase of the region's artistic talent since its inception in 1970, facilitated by the Shire of Derby/West Kimberley. This annual competition has grown into an essential cultural event, offering a unique opportunity to explore the rich artistic landscape of the Kimberley. The KAPP is a remarkable platform where local artists present their hard work and emerging careers, often capturing the distinctive landscapes, traditions, and stories of the region. It serves as a powerful vehicle for cultural expression and connection to place, highlighting the role of art in preserving cultural heritage and community identity while stimulating economic growth. Spanning over two weeks, the event kicks off with an exciting opening night, followed by a two-week exhibition that allows visitors to thoroughly explore the showcased artworks. The event culinates in a closing auction, providing a dynamic conclusion where attendees can acquire pieces and directly support the artists. Visitors to the Kimberley Art and Photography Prize can immerse themselves in the local art scene, gaining a deeper understanding of the community and supporting local artists. This engagement helps artists continue to tell the story of the Kimberley, ensuring the preservation and promotion of indigenous art and culture.

Free

05 Jul 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

Free

05 Jul 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

Celebrating 25 years of showcasing the vibrant art, culture, and stories of the Noongar people. As we reflect on a quarter-century of creative expression, this year's exhibition, Celebrating Continuing Connection to Noongar Boodja, we come together to honour the deep connection Noongar communities have with their land, history, and traditions. Through this exhibition, we invite you to experience the richness of Noongar culture as told through the eyes of contemporary artists. Each artwork is a testament to the strength, resilience, and beauty of the people, offering insights into their lived experiences and ongoing cultural renewal. Join us in celebrating the power of storytelling, the diversity of Noongar voices, and the enduring significance of Noongar Boodja. This is not just an exhibition; it is a gathering of community, a time for reflection, and a call to acknowledge and celebrate the living legacy of Noongar art.

Free

30 Mar 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

Free

30 Mar 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

As the days shorten and the cold weather creeps in, venues across Albany will heat up with a wide variety of arts, culture and children’s events. The Maritime Festival celebrates the city’s cultural and maritime history, including that of Albany’s Menang Noongar people – who have strong links to the sea dating back thousands of years. The Maritime Festival is presented by the City of Albany.

01 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2025

01 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2025

Our story is not one story, but many stories to share. Balancing Act features Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander works of art from the State Art Collection. In this exhibition, you will encounter a vast range of material revealing the wide scope of First Nations truth-telling and art-making practice. Radical observations about the ups and downs of life are placed side by side with expressions of relationships with Custodial Country; the locations and places artists and communities care for, according to their kin and family ties with place. Different versions of history are told, at times emotional and challenging, alongside moments of great beauty and poignancy. Many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists use their cultural production to investigate feelings and unpack ideas around identity in the wake of colonisation. Others use their work as a way to support and express their own grief and healing, as well as to express joy and cultural belonging. Balancing Act invites you to be surprised, delighted and challenged by the stories told through the eyes of First Nations artists and their works of art.

Free

02 Mar 2024 - 30 Jun 2026

Free

02 Mar 2024 - 30 Jun 2026