Looking for a unique and interesting experience this July? 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 July and August
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. Cabin Fever Festival
When: 17-26 July
Where: Margaret River region, WA
The West Coast’s iconic food, wine and music festival is back for its 10th year.
2. Devonport Jazz
When: 23-26 July
Where: Devonport, TAS
Celebrating 25 years, this Tassie jazz festival will get you in the groove.
3. NRLW Magic Round
When: 1-2 August
Where: Wagga Wagga, NSW
Take part in the ultimate celebration of women’s rugby league with six dynamic games over one weekend.
4. Beaker Street Festival
When: 6-17 August
Where: Hobart and wider TAS
In this mixing of science and art, you can listen to an astrophysicist, psychedelic researchers and experimental artists.
5. 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!
6. World Press Photo Exhibition
When: 8 August – 20 September
Where: Ballarat, VIC
View winning works from incredible photographers, on display at the Mining Exchange.
7. The Ekka
When: 8-16 August
Where: Brisbane, QLD
The iconic Royal Queensland Show is back for its 150th year of festivities. Don’t miss the giant vegies, strawberry sundaes and woodchopping competitions.
8. Gascoyne Food Festival
When: 21 August – 6 September
Where: Gascoyne Region, WA
WA’s food bowl celebrates all things delicious with a menu of events including long-table feasts and hands-on workshops.
What to watch
Out 5 August, Apple TV
Out 5 August, Amazon Prime Video
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