Looking for a unique and interesting experience this May and June? 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 May and June
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. Ballarat Winter Festival
When: 27 June – 19 July
Where: Ballarat, VIC
Make winter magical with ice skating, a fantasy ball and a light show at Sovereign Hill. Explore the magic of winter with Winter Wonderlights, ice rink fun and a hot chocolate showdown.
2. Island Whale Festival
When: 3-5 July
Where: Phillip Island, VIC
Celebrate the migration of these gentle giants with whale spotting, craft workshops and the Ocean Film Festival.
3. Bingara Orange Festival
When: 4 July
Where: Bingara, NSW
Champion Bingara’s culturally significant trees over the first weekend of July. Celebrate Bingara’s orange trees with markets, a street parade and live music.
4. Winter In The City
When: 8-18 July
Where: Canberra, ACT
Canberra’s City Centre comes alive with fire performances, circus acts and much more.
5. 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.
6. Devonport Jazz
When: 23-26 July
Where: Devonport, TAS
Celebrating 25 years, this Tassie jazz festival will get you in the groove.
What to watch
Out July 1, Amazon Prime Video
Out8 July, In cinemas Australia wide
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