SAVE THE DATE
If you’re visiting the Great Southern for wildflower season, make sure you time your trip to coincide with the Bloom Festival. Running from 12 September to 11 October, this much-loved annual celebration transforms the Upper Great Southern into a vibrant patchwork of colour, with more than 50 events and displays.
First held in 2010, the Bloom Festival celebrates the renewal of Djilba (Spring) and shines a spotlight on the smaller communities throughout the upper Great Southern – each rich in agriculture, heritage, and natural beauty. You’ll find wildflower experiences at the heart of the program, from guided orchid walks and wildflower breakfast hikes to open gardens bursting with blooms.
But it’s not just about the flowers – the festival brings the whole region to life with art trails, creative workshops, live music, agricultural shows, cultural storytelling, food and wine events, and more. It’s the perfect way to experience the Great Southern’s wildflowers while also soaking up its community spirit and charm.
For the full program and event details, head to the Bloom Festival website.