What’s happening in May?

With more facial expressions than a baby eating a lemon, don’t miss Jimeoin as he takes you on a journey that’ll have you none the wiser by the time he takes his final bow. Who’s your man? Why, it’s Jimeoin, of course!

With events for all ages and abilities, Busselton Festival of Triathlon is not just for regular triathletes – it’s the perfect opportunity to dip your toe into the water of multi-sport events. The littlest triathletes get to shine at the Sunsmart Kids Triathlon, and everyone else can choose between the Busselton Foreshore Triathlon, Aquabike and the iconic Busselton 100. Compete solo or in a team — or just show up to cheer on the amazing athletes and enjoy the buzzing foreshore vibes.

A beautiful collaboration of contemporary songwriting and classical strings, Tender is the Night takes you on a journey of mesmerising music. Featuring special guests Abbe May & Dan Howls.

With a gruelling and gorgeous track that winds through our region’s most beautiful forests, trails, beaches and bluffs, this 80km point-to-point trail race is the true test for runners. Starting at Hamelin Bay and ending at Howard Park Wines, the Margaret River Ultramarathon will see contestants challenge themselves like never before. Designed for all levels from elites through to newcomers, runners can tackle the course as a solo competitor or in a team.

Or how about you get your heart racing without even moving a finger? Humans 2.0, the next chapter of Circa’s internationally acclaimed Humans, is a symphony of acrobatics, sound and light.

Calling all Barbie Girls, Teenage Dirtbags and All Stars: join No Scrubs for a 90s and early 00’s party that will be Larger Than Life. You’ll be Dancing in the Moonlight, Spinning Around and Jumpin’ Jumpin’ as you Pump It with all the best throwback tunes from 1990–2009. If you Wannabe Livin La Vida Loca on the dancefloor then Say You’ll Be There and get in quick for tickets!

A ticket to the Edible Gardens Festival gets you into a range of carefully curated edible gardens open over two days, so you can tour the gardens and get up-close-and-personal with the green thumbs behind some of the best fruit and vegetable gardens in the Margaret River Region. Hear their stories, pick their brains, check out their set-ups and get pumped to put some of it into practice at your place.

Looking for Mother’s Day inspiraton? Catch up for High Tea at the Mermaid Café, pick one of the special Mother’s Day offerings at Cape Lodge, bring the whole tribe for a lunch and family photoshoot at Bettnenay’s, or tap into your creativity at the Forest Bathing and Eco Dyeing event. When in doubt, you can always take your loved ones to Settlers for a relaxed Sunday sesh.

The iconic Margaret River Readers & Writers Festival celebrates storytelling across multiple art forms and includes a dazzling array of novelists, journalists, creative thinkers, artists, performers and established and emerging storytellers from WA, interstate and overseas. Book lovers will be swept off their feet with highlights such as keynote address by acclaimed philosopher Professor A.C. Grayling, a special Dinner with Holly Ringland waiting for them. There’ll be plenty of free events such as the Storytelling Snug for little bookworms, writing workshops and the Visual Stories Exhibition as well. If you’re staying in Busselton, look out for the Busselton Special Edition.

Some of the world’s most hilarious acts are coming right to our doorstep! Gather your pals, secure your tickets, and get ready for a well-deserved blast of comedy when the 2024 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow graces the stage at Margaret River HEART – Nala Bardip Mia.

Join a celebration of mountains, adventure and awe-inspiring nature. The 2024 Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour features 2 1/2 hours of captivating short films shot in some of the most wild and remote corners of the world.

Australian indie folk rockers Pierce Brothers are bringing their new album Everything Is Bigger Than Me all around Australia in their biggest regional tour since 2019. The twins’ infectiously energetic show is sure to sell out quick, so make sure you don’t miss out.

Hailed as ‘Australia’s hottest up-and-coming blues and roots rockers’ by Beat Mag, Smoke Stack Rhino are bringing their first ever headline show to Margaret River. Get ready for a smokin’ good time at Settlers.

Truffle Kerfuffle celebrates one of the world’s most luxurious ingredients, fresh black truffles, just minutes from where they are unearthed. Go truffle hunting, taste your way through the Festival Village, meet farmers and growers, discover local wine and produce and indulge in truffle laden experiences and exquisite dining events with world class chefs, only 90 minutes from Margaret River.

Cabin Fever are bringing all the fire, food and fun across 10 wintry days that will leave you fuller than a late-night fridge raid. Tickets for the iconic winter warmer festival will go on sale in early May, so make sure to secure your spot at the most popular events which will sell out fast and book your accommodation sooner rather than later.