Your Ultimate Guide to the Mandurah Arts Festival 2026

Mandurah will come alive this spring with the return of the Mandurah Arts Festival – a month-long celebration of creativity, community and culture from the 11th September to the 11th October 2026.
From vibrant exhibitions and live performances to hands-on workshops and family-friendly fun, this year’s program brings together some of Western Australia’s finest talents in a diverse and exciting line-up.
Highlights include:
Explore the events happening throughout the festival below and start planning what you’ll see, make and experience in Mandurah.
Discover Spirit of the Landscape, a free art exhibition in Mandurah celebrating the beauty of place through inspiring plein air and studio-based works by acclaimed Australian and international artists.
Discover Spirit of the Landscape, a free art exhibition in Mandurah celebrating the beauty of place through inspiring plein air and studio-based works by acclaimed Australian and international artists.
This travelling exhibition explores the prehistoric marine reptiles who once ruled the seas.
This travelling exhibition explores the prehistoric marine reptiles who once ruled the seas.
Step back in time and explore Mandurah’s fascinating past on a guided heritage walk of the CBD.
Step back in time and explore Mandurah’s fascinating past on a guided heritage walk of the CBD.
This introductory glass fusing class will cover glass-cutting techniques and design, resulting in your own beautiful coloured glass plate.
This introductory glass fusing class will cover glass-cutting techniques and design, resulting in your own beautiful coloured glass plate.
Join the Family Fun Disco in Mandjar Square for a family-friendly silent disco filled with music, dancing and interactive fun at Mandurah Arts Festival.
Join the Family Fun Disco in Mandjar Square for a family-friendly silent disco filled with music, dancing and interactive fun at Mandurah Arts Festival.
Watch artists race against the clock in a two-hour Quick Draw Painting Competition, followed by judging, awards and the Festival Art Exhibition.
Watch artists race against the clock in a two-hour Quick Draw Painting Competition, followed by judging, awards and the Festival Art Exhibition.
Join the witch and her friends for Room on the Broom, a magical live show filled with songs, laughs and family fun for ages 3+.
Join the witch and her friends for Room on the Broom, a magical live show filled with songs, laughs and family fun for ages 3+.
Start your day with Sunrise Vibes, a feel-good silent disco journey from Town Beach to the Mandurah Foreshore, combining uplifting music, gentle movement and Mandurah’s beautiful morning scenery.
Start your day with Sunrise Vibes, a feel-good silent disco journey from Town Beach to the Mandurah Foreshore, combining uplifting music, gentle movement and Mandurah’s beautiful morning scenery.
Discover Spirit of the Landscape, a free art exhibition in Mandurah celebrating the beauty of place through inspiring plein air and studio-based works by acclaimed Australian and international artists.
Discover Spirit of the Landscape, a free art exhibition in Mandurah celebrating the beauty of place through inspiring plein air and studio-based works by acclaimed Australian and international artists.
This travelling exhibition explores the prehistoric marine reptiles who once ruled the seas.
This travelling exhibition explores the prehistoric marine reptiles who once ruled the seas.
Step back in time and explore Mandurah’s fascinating past on a guided heritage walk of the CBD.
Step back in time and explore Mandurah’s fascinating past on a guided heritage walk of the CBD.
This introductory glass fusing class will cover glass-cutting techniques and design, resulting in your own beautiful coloured glass plate.
This introductory glass fusing class will cover glass-cutting techniques and design, resulting in your own beautiful coloured glass plate.
Join the Family Fun Disco in Mandjar Square for a family-friendly silent disco filled with music, dancing and interactive fun at Mandurah Arts Festival.
Join the Family Fun Disco in Mandjar Square for a family-friendly silent disco filled with music, dancing and interactive fun at Mandurah Arts Festival.
Watch artists race against the clock in a two-hour Quick Draw Painting Competition, followed by judging, awards and the Festival Art Exhibition.
Watch artists race against the clock in a two-hour Quick Draw Painting Competition, followed by judging, awards and the Festival Art Exhibition.
Join the witch and her friends for Room on the Broom, a magical live show filled with songs, laughs and family fun for ages 3+.
Join the witch and her friends for Room on the Broom, a magical live show filled with songs, laughs and family fun for ages 3+.
Start your day with Sunrise Vibes, a feel-good silent disco journey from Town Beach to the Mandurah Foreshore, combining uplifting music, gentle movement and Mandurah’s beautiful morning scenery.
Start your day with Sunrise Vibes, a feel-good silent disco journey from Town Beach to the Mandurah Foreshore, combining uplifting music, gentle movement and Mandurah’s beautiful morning scenery.
Discover Spirit of the Landscape, a free art exhibition in Mandurah celebrating the beauty of place through inspiring plein air and studio-based works by acclaimed Australian and international artists.
Discover Spirit of the Landscape, a free art exhibition in Mandurah celebrating the beauty of place through inspiring plein air and studio-based works by acclaimed Australian and international artists.
This travelling exhibition explores the prehistoric marine reptiles who once ruled the seas.
This travelling exhibition explores the prehistoric marine reptiles who once ruled the seas.
Step back in time and explore Mandurah’s fascinating past on a guided heritage walk of the CBD.
Step back in time and explore Mandurah’s fascinating past on a guided heritage walk of the CBD.
This introductory glass fusing class will cover glass-cutting techniques and design, resulting in your own beautiful coloured glass plate.
This introductory glass fusing class will cover glass-cutting techniques and design, resulting in your own beautiful coloured glass plate.
Join the Family Fun Disco in Mandjar Square for a family-friendly silent disco filled with music, dancing and interactive fun at Mandurah Arts Festival.
Join the Family Fun Disco in Mandjar Square for a family-friendly silent disco filled with music, dancing and interactive fun at Mandurah Arts Festival.
Watch artists race against the clock in a two-hour Quick Draw Painting Competition, followed by judging, awards and the Festival Art Exhibition.
Watch artists race against the clock in a two-hour Quick Draw Painting Competition, followed by judging, awards and the Festival Art Exhibition.
Join the witch and her friends for Room on the Broom, a magical live show filled with songs, laughs and family fun for ages 3+.
Join the witch and her friends for Room on the Broom, a magical live show filled with songs, laughs and family fun for ages 3+.
Start your day with Sunrise Vibes, a feel-good silent disco journey from Town Beach to the Mandurah Foreshore, combining uplifting music, gentle movement and Mandurah’s beautiful morning scenery.
Start your day with Sunrise Vibes, a feel-good silent disco journey from Town Beach to the Mandurah Foreshore, combining uplifting music, gentle movement and Mandurah’s beautiful morning scenery.
Included in the Mandurah Arts Festival is Australia’s largest outdoor painting festival, Plein Air Down Under. Returning to Mandurah and Pinjarra from 26 – 28 September 2026, this event brings together artists and art lovers for a vibrant celebration of creativity! Whether you’re an experienced artist or simply love watching art come to life, this festival offers something for everyone.
Highlights include:
Looking for more ways to soak up the fun this spring in Mandurah? Turn it into a weekend adventure with these must-do activities across the region.
Explore Australia’s only collection of Thomas Dambo’s giant wooden sculptures, hidden across stunning landscapes. This free outdoor adventure is the perfect way to explore more of Mandurah.
Nothing starts the day off better than a visit to local markets. From fresh produce to handmade artisan creations, there’s something for everyone.
Make the most of spring and hop on the waterways – watch dolphins, spot birdlife and admire Mandurah’s scenic views.
There’s no shortage of reasons to get out and about – here are even more local events to enjoy in Mandurah.
Discover Spirit of the Landscape, a free art exhibition in Mandurah celebrating the beauty of place through inspiring plein air and studio-based works by acclaimed Australian and international artists.
Discover Spirit of the Landscape, a free art exhibition in Mandurah celebrating the beauty of place through inspiring plein air and studio-based works by acclaimed Australian and international artists.
This travelling exhibition explores the prehistoric marine reptiles who once ruled the seas.
This travelling exhibition explores the prehistoric marine reptiles who once ruled the seas.
ARIA award winner William Crighton, the pioneer of Bush-Psych and a bold voice of Australian folk rock, weaves stories of land, spirit, and struggle with raw intensity.
ARIA award winner William Crighton, the pioneer of Bush-Psych and a bold voice of Australian folk rock, weaves stories of land, spirit, and struggle with raw intensity.
Set with the beautiful waterside views of Dolphin Quay in Mandurah, Tipsy Teacups High Tea is the perfect way to birthdays, baby or bridal showers or any intimate celebration!
Set with the beautiful waterside views of Dolphin Quay in Mandurah, Tipsy Teacups High Tea is the perfect way to birthdays, baby or bridal showers or any intimate celebration!
Step back in time and explore Mandurah’s fascinating past on a guided heritage walk of the CBD.
Step back in time and explore Mandurah’s fascinating past on a guided heritage walk of the CBD.
Mandurah will come alive this spring with the return of the Mandurah Arts Festival – a month-long celebration of creativity, community and culture.
Mandurah will come alive this spring with the return of the Mandurah Arts Festival – a month-long celebration of creativity, community and culture.
Have a blast at this craft beer collab and make a ceramic Beer Stein on the Mandurah Foreshore, featuring Boundary Island Brewery!
Have a blast at this craft beer collab and make a ceramic Beer Stein on the Mandurah Foreshore, featuring Boundary Island Brewery!
Discover the basics of pottery and create your own ceramic piece in this beginner-friendly, two-part workshop.
Discover the basics of pottery and create your own ceramic piece in this beginner-friendly, two-part workshop.
Experience The UK Rod Stewart Show live in Mandurah, featuring classic hits including Maggie May, Sailing, Hot Legs and more with a full live band.
Experience The UK Rod Stewart Show live in Mandurah, featuring classic hits including Maggie May, Sailing, Hot Legs and more with a full live band.
Experience the perfect introduction to pottery with your partner or friend! Learn two different pottery styles while enjoying a grazing platter and wine for two!
Experience the perfect introduction to pottery with your partner or friend! Learn two different pottery styles while enjoying a grazing platter and wine for two!
Discover Spirit of the Landscape, a free art exhibition in Mandurah celebrating the beauty of place through inspiring plein air and studio-based works by acclaimed Australian and international artists.
Discover Spirit of the Landscape, a free art exhibition in Mandurah celebrating the beauty of place through inspiring plein air and studio-based works by acclaimed Australian and international artists.
This travelling exhibition explores the prehistoric marine reptiles who once ruled the seas.
This travelling exhibition explores the prehistoric marine reptiles who once ruled the seas.
ARIA award winner William Crighton, the pioneer of Bush-Psych and a bold voice of Australian folk rock, weaves stories of land, spirit, and struggle with raw intensity.
ARIA award winner William Crighton, the pioneer of Bush-Psych and a bold voice of Australian folk rock, weaves stories of land, spirit, and struggle with raw intensity.
Set with the beautiful waterside views of Dolphin Quay in Mandurah, Tipsy Teacups High Tea is the perfect way to birthdays, baby or bridal showers or any intimate celebration!
Set with the beautiful waterside views of Dolphin Quay in Mandurah, Tipsy Teacups High Tea is the perfect way to birthdays, baby or bridal showers or any intimate celebration!
Step back in time and explore Mandurah’s fascinating past on a guided heritage walk of the CBD.
Step back in time and explore Mandurah’s fascinating past on a guided heritage walk of the CBD.
Mandurah will come alive this spring with the return of the Mandurah Arts Festival – a month-long celebration of creativity, community and culture.
Mandurah will come alive this spring with the return of the Mandurah Arts Festival – a month-long celebration of creativity, community and culture.
Have a blast at this craft beer collab and make a ceramic Beer Stein on the Mandurah Foreshore, featuring Boundary Island Brewery!
Have a blast at this craft beer collab and make a ceramic Beer Stein on the Mandurah Foreshore, featuring Boundary Island Brewery!
Discover the basics of pottery and create your own ceramic piece in this beginner-friendly, two-part workshop.
Discover the basics of pottery and create your own ceramic piece in this beginner-friendly, two-part workshop.
Experience The UK Rod Stewart Show live in Mandurah, featuring classic hits including Maggie May, Sailing, Hot Legs and more with a full live band.
Experience The UK Rod Stewart Show live in Mandurah, featuring classic hits including Maggie May, Sailing, Hot Legs and more with a full live band.
Experience the perfect introduction to pottery with your partner or friend! Learn two different pottery styles while enjoying a grazing platter and wine for two!
Experience the perfect introduction to pottery with your partner or friend! Learn two different pottery styles while enjoying a grazing platter and wine for two!
Discover Spirit of the Landscape, a free art exhibition in Mandurah celebrating the beauty of place through inspiring plein air and studio-based works by acclaimed Australian and international artists.
Discover Spirit of the Landscape, a free art exhibition in Mandurah celebrating the beauty of place through inspiring plein air and studio-based works by acclaimed Australian and international artists.
This travelling exhibition explores the prehistoric marine reptiles who once ruled the seas.
This travelling exhibition explores the prehistoric marine reptiles who once ruled the seas.
ARIA award winner William Crighton, the pioneer of Bush-Psych and a bold voice of Australian folk rock, weaves stories of land, spirit, and struggle with raw intensity.
ARIA award winner William Crighton, the pioneer of Bush-Psych and a bold voice of Australian folk rock, weaves stories of land, spirit, and struggle with raw intensity.
Set with the beautiful waterside views of Dolphin Quay in Mandurah, Tipsy Teacups High Tea is the perfect way to birthdays, baby or bridal showers or any intimate celebration!
Set with the beautiful waterside views of Dolphin Quay in Mandurah, Tipsy Teacups High Tea is the perfect way to birthdays, baby or bridal showers or any intimate celebration!
Step back in time and explore Mandurah’s fascinating past on a guided heritage walk of the CBD.
Step back in time and explore Mandurah’s fascinating past on a guided heritage walk of the CBD.
Mandurah will come alive this spring with the return of the Mandurah Arts Festival – a month-long celebration of creativity, community and culture.
Mandurah will come alive this spring with the return of the Mandurah Arts Festival – a month-long celebration of creativity, community and culture.
Have a blast at this craft beer collab and make a ceramic Beer Stein on the Mandurah Foreshore, featuring Boundary Island Brewery!
Have a blast at this craft beer collab and make a ceramic Beer Stein on the Mandurah Foreshore, featuring Boundary Island Brewery!
Discover the basics of pottery and create your own ceramic piece in this beginner-friendly, two-part workshop.
Discover the basics of pottery and create your own ceramic piece in this beginner-friendly, two-part workshop.
Experience The UK Rod Stewart Show live in Mandurah, featuring classic hits including Maggie May, Sailing, Hot Legs and more with a full live band.
Experience The UK Rod Stewart Show live in Mandurah, featuring classic hits including Maggie May, Sailing, Hot Legs and more with a full live band.
Experience the perfect introduction to pottery with your partner or friend! Learn two different pottery styles while enjoying a grazing platter and wine for two!
Experience the perfect introduction to pottery with your partner or friend! Learn two different pottery styles while enjoying a grazing platter and wine for two!