Albany Events Listings

A celebration of Riesling at Oranje Tractor

Taste Great Southern showcases the rich and diverse flavours of the Great Southern with events in Perth, Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurups, Broomehill and Kojonup. Join Oranje Tractor as it celebrates 40 years of cool climate Riesling in the Great Southern. An array of different Riesling styles will be available to sample. Please refer to the website for more information.

Albany Classic Motor Event

Each year, the Albany Classic Motor Event brings Albany to life over the June long weekend. The event gives locals and visitors alike the opportunity to get up close and personal with over 180 magnificent vintage and classic motor vehicles. The Classic event is made up of several aspects including: The Round the Houses Motor Event within the Albany CBD, Classic Festival and Family Entertainment in the CBD, two individual Hill climb, Motor Events at iconic venues Mt Clarence and the Albany Wind farm, Welcome and Farewell Events, Official Program and highly sought after Albany Classic Poster for collectors. Everyone is invited to relax, soak up the atmosphere and have a great time amongst one of man-mades most fascinating inventions. Please refer to the website for further information.

Baro Banda - Great Southern

A Perth International Arts Festival event. Get set for a high-energy night with the liveliest force in new Gypsy music. Founded in Istanbul in 2006, these globe-trotting dynamos have perfected a sound that truly bridges East and West. From heavy Turkish Romany grooves to drum'n'bass, dub, funk, jazz and hip hop, Baro Banda (aka GeckoRomanProject) get you up and moving. Please refer to the website for more information.

Degustation Dining on the Rocks with Russell Blaikie at The Rocks

Taste Great Southern showcases the rich and diverse flavours of the Great Southern with events in Perth, Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurups, Broomehill and Kojonup. Prepare yourself for a Great Southern taste sensation as Must Winebar’s renowned chef Russell Blaikie presents a five course dinner, matched with local wines, to take you on a culinary journey around the splendid surrounds and spectacular views of The Rocks Albany, the only five star heritage accommodation in WA. Please refer to the website for more information.

Degustation of Great Southern Produce

Come along and join in with this beautifully arranged and prepared sit down degustation dinner which includes seven courses and uses quality Great Southern seasonal produce. You are sure to enjoy this evening out so bring along friends and family for a dinner not to be forgotten. Please refer to the website for more information.

Eric Bibb - Great Southern

A Perth International Arts Festival Event. Mixing the rugged contours of the Delta blues with Americana folk, Eric Bibb has become one of the most celebrated acoustic guitar players on the planet. From a Grammy nomination to Glastonbury, this soulful artist creates inspiring music that is as much about healing as lament, chasing the shadows away with astonishing licks and spontaneous runs. Join Eric and master blues electric guitarist Staffan Astner as they guide you from the American South, across the Atlantic and home again. Please refer to the website for more information.

French Cinema with Riesling and Syrah at Liberte at the London Hotel

Taste Great Southern showcases the rich and diverse flavours of the Great Southern with events in Perth, Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurups, Broomehill and Kojonup. Oo la laa- be drawn into a sumptuous celebration of French cinema, Riesling and Syrah. Each Wednesday night, the cultured cats at Liberte will show a film from old world France- it may even be in noir et blanc. Whilst you are watching the movie, enjoy some elegant French-inspired wine styles from local producer, Xabregas. Free admission. Wine and food at own cost. Please refer to the website for more information.

Limeburner’s Single Malt Whisky Master Class at Great Southern Distilling Company

Taste Great Southern showcases the rich and diverse flavours of the Great Southern with events in Perth, Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurups, Broomehill and Kojonup. Join Great Southern Distilling Company’s Director and Master Distiller, Cameron Syme for a whisky master class including behind the scenes tour of the distillery, tastings of their International Award Winning single malt whisky and scrumptious tapas from local ingredients. Please refer to the website for more information.

Meet Your Maker with Dukes Vineyard

Taste Great Southern showcases the rich and diverse flavours of the Great Southern with events in Perth, Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurups, Broomehill and Kojonup. Meet Your Maker with Dukes Vineyard is a Perth International Arts festival show with a pre-show (Carnival of Souls) and two course set menu dinner with Dukes Vineyard wine. Please refer to the website for more information.

Meet Your Maker with Little Creatures

Taste Great Southern showcases the rich and diverse flavours of the Great Southern with events in Perth, Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurups, Broomehill and Kojonup. Meet Your Maker with Little Creatures is a Perth International Arts festival show with a pre-show (Staff Benda Bilili) and two course set menu dinner with Poachers Ridge wine. Please refer to the website for more information.

Meet Your Maker with Oranje Tractor

Taste Great Southern showcases the rich and diverse flavours of the Great Southern with events in Perth, Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurups, Broomehill and Kojonup. Meet Your Maker with Oranje Tractor is a Perth International Arts festival show with a pre-show (The Magnets) and two course set menu dinner with Ornaje Tractor wine. Please refer to the website for more information.

Meet Your Maker with Trevelen Farm Wines

Taste Great Southern showcases the rich and diverse flavours of the Great Southern with events in Perth, Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurups, Broomehill and Kojonup. Meet Your Maker with Trevelen Farm Wines is a Perth International Arts festival show with a pre-show (Escher String Quartet) and two course set menu dinner with Trevelen Farm wine. Please refer to the website for more information.

Multicultural Street food at Vancouver Cafe and Store

Taste Great Southern showcases the rich and diverse flavours of the Great Southern with events in Perth, Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurups, Broomehill and Kojonup. Live music and fun rustic foods from around the globe; produce picked from Vancouver’s own backyard. Great food, wonderful music and an awesome atmosphere, come enjoy a chilled out Sunday afternoon. Please refer to the website for more information.

New York's Les Ballets Eloelle 'Men in Pink Tights'

From the thrilling pirouettes of the male dancers (in male and female costumes) with brilliant choreography to the side splitting humour, Les Ballets Eloelle new show Men In Pink Tights is a show designed for the young and old. The greatest troupe of it is kind around the globe; Les Ballet’s Eloelle features over 50 ballets in its repertoire and an array of the best international professional male ballet dancers from thirteen nations. Les Ballets Elolle Men In Pink Tights personifies the elemental parody of both classic and present-day ballet. The combining of magnificent dance proficiency, bantering and clamorous wittiness with designed mannerisms, dance misadventures and naturally outrageous hissy fits by gentlemen role playing both masculine and feminine personas and dancing on perfect Pointe. Men in Pink Tights produces bang-up amusement and LOL “Lough Out Loud” family entertainment for all. Be truly amazed.

One Big Sing - Great Southern

A Perth International Arts Festival Event. The Playmakers wind up a fantastic weekend with an anything goes, all-onboard celebration of the Great Southern Festival's first decade. Catch headline artists Suade and Coco's Lunch as they’re joined by visiting artists and local singers at this family friendly musical bash. Please refer to the website for more information.

Playmakers - Voluptuous Voices - Great Southern

A Perth International Arts Festival Event. From towering tenors and silky sopranos to beat-boxers and luscious harmony singers, the human voice gives humanity its greatest and most immediate form of musical expression. This year, Playmakers celebrates this supreme instrument with performances by world-class artists and lively workshops where you can make your own voice heard. Playmakers include the UK's sizzling hot six-man sound machine, The Magnets; the funny and decidedly odd Plumbers of Rome from the US; the UK's outstanding mezzo-soprano Ruby Philogene; Melbourne's harmonious and soulful Suade; the talented six-woman group Coco's Lunch; and much more Please refer to the website for more information.

Raymond Crowe Unusualist - Albany

Raymond Crowe is Australia's only Unusualist. For those not in the know an unusualist is a master of intricate shadow puppetry, dancing jackets, ventriloquism, world class magic and brilliant audience participation. His signature piece 'The Shadows' has become an internet phenomenon with over one million hits worldwide. Raymond's unique brand of light hearted comedy, mischievous ventriloquism and exquisite shadow puppetry will guarantee belly laughs and gasps of amazement to those of any age. Please refer to the website for more information.

Swahini Yoga and Surf Retreat

The weekend Swahini Yoga and Surf Retreat includes traditional Vinyasa yoga and meditation, surfing the pristine coastline, guided cooking class, massage and optional therapies, healthy and wholesome meals, nutritious drinks, with comfortable and shared accommodation. Instructors and facilitators are all qualified and experienced. The retreats have been designed for women of all ages and all levels are catered for. This is your chance to experience a total cleanse of body, mind and soul. Early bookings are essential as numbers are limited to six to eight people. Please refer to the website for more information.

The Class of 59 - Rock Around Australia Tour - Albany

Australia, Class of 59 - Rock Around Australia is back… Happy Days Records by special arrangement with its president “Big Al Delvecchio” brings this unique concept to the stage with new stars and memories from the era that reigns supreme in Rock N Roll history. Big Al - has cooked up a rock and roll feast large enough to wet any appetite assembling the greatest band ever to take you back to a decade that created music legends and influenced a formidable culture. Rock like never before and take the journey back to the Class of 59! Buddy Holly – Scott Cameron Elvis Presley – Anthony Petrucci Johnny Cash – Daniel Thompson Bill Hayley – Tom Carruthers Eddie Cochran – Duncan McConnell Big Bopper Junior – Simon O`Connor Jerry Lee Lewis – Cassidy Wilson This is an 18+ event. Please refer to the website for further information.

The Cuisine of Peru and 3 Drops Wine

Taste Great Southern showcases the rich and diverse flavours of the Great Southern with events in Perth, Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurups, Broomehill and Kojonup. A Peruvian inspired degustation dinner, featuring fresh local produce, seafood and 3 Drops wine. The feast will be informal, relaxed and showcase our chef’s interpretation of the hottest new global cuisine and culture. Please refer to the website for more information.

Traditional Italian Degustation Feast at York Street Cafe

Taste Great Southern showcases the rich and diverse flavours of the Great Southern with events in Perth, Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurups, Broomehill and Kojonup. Be spoilt by a traditional Italian feast to remember! The degustation will represent the many flavours of Italy over six courses, using the freshest ingredients of the Great Southern, along with handmade pastas and other Italian classics. Like every great Italian feast, there will be Great Southern wines to complement each course. Please refer to the website for more information.

Vancouver Arts Centennial Art Prize

The Centennial Art Prize will celebrate 50 years in 2012 and if that isn’t a good reason to produce an artwork and enter, they don’t know what is. If you are a professional, amateur or student artist this is your chance to enter an art prize with the weight of history, win acclaim and some of the AUD13,000 prize money. Please refer to the website for more information.

Vertical Wandoo Semillon Tasting at Alkoomi Wines

Come along and enjoy this wonderful event. Taste Great Southern showcases the rich and diverse flavours of the Great Southern with events in Perth, Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurups, Broomehill and Kojonup. Alkoomi winemaker Andrew Cherry presents a vertical tasting of Alkoomi’s premium award winning wandoo Semillon. Please refer to the website for more information.

Wild Smorgasbord Dinner at the Bushfood Factory and Café

Taste Great Southern showcases the rich and diverse flavours of the Great Southern with events in Perth, Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurups, Broomehill and Kojonup. Experience an incomparable event at the sole Australian native spice farm in Western Australia. European and International dishes with a strong Australian flavour influence, prepared by Chef Claudia Form. Please refer to the website for more information.