Looking for a unique and interesting experience this August and September? No matter where you are in Australia, there’s an event, exhibition, theatre production or festival that will fit your interests. We scour each state to find the best things to do and see, from the popular to the niche.
Here’s what’s on for this month: when and where to attend, and, of course, why it’s worth your time!
Top events in Australia for August and September
Musicals, festivals and art exhibitions are all the rage for the next two months. Peruse our top regional and state events below to find something interesting to fill your weekends.
1. SALA Festival
When: 1-31 August
Where: South Australia
Discover all kinds of art in various venues across South Australia, from cafes and pubs to fences and grain silos!
2. World Press Photo Exhibition
When: 8 August – 20 September
Where: Ballarat, VIC
View winning works from incredible photographers, on display at the Mining Exchange.
3. Grampians BBQ Festival
When: 4-6 September
Where: Halls Gap, VIC
Dive into barbie competitions, craft beer, food and live blues across the Father’s Day weekend.
4. Tulip Time Festival
When: 11 September – 5 October
Where: Bowral, NSW
You’ll see thousands of tulips in bloom at Bowral’s Corbett Gardens. Admission fees apply.
5. Victor Harbor Rock N’ Roll Festival
When: 18-20 September
Where: Victor Harbor, SA
Bring your dancing shoes for Jump n Jive sessions, lots of rock ’n’ roll memorabilia and classic vehicles on a fun 1950s weekend.
6. Mundubbera Blueberry Festival
When: 25-27 September
Where: Mundubbera, North Burnett, QLD
There’s food. There’s music. And Saturday’s Berry Big Day Out has stalls and fun by the Burnett River.
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