THE YORK FESTIVAL 2022
SEPT 24 TO OCT 9
FULL SITE COMING SOON
A FESTIVAL IN THE HEART OF THE AVON VALLEY
The York Festival blossoms and blooms over two weeks during Western Australia’s spectacular wildflower season. It takes place in the historic town of York, which is nestled in the heart of the beautiful Avon Valley region on Ballardong Noongar land, just 100kms east of Perth. Featuring music, dance, theatre, walking tours, exhibitions, literature, Ballardong Noongar storytelling, family and children’s activities and much more, The York Festival showcases the vibrant history and culture of WA’s first inland town and its community.
OUR PROGRAM
Performing & Visual Arts
Jazz, classical, dance, theatre, cabaret, comedy and more, all in our Peace Park and Speakeasy festival hubs and in historic venues throughout the town.
Nature & History Walks
Enjoy an Avon River and nature walk, a Ballardong Noongar cultural tour, a wildflower walk or a York History or architecture tour with the York Society.
Family & Kids Activities
Build a cubby house, make a Noongar doll or sock puppet, learn to write your own story or paint and print your own banners, aprons and even shoes!
Literature & Storytelling
Join some of WA’s best adult and children’s authors and illustrators for conversation, storytelling and workshops in our biggest writers’ program yet.
YOUR VISIT
Travelling to York
Whether you’re coming from interstate or just out of town, York is the ultimate day-trip or long-stay destination.
Hospitality
Find out where to stay and what to eat and drink, not just in York but throughout the beautiful Avon Valley.
Accessibility
Everything you need to know about parking, disabled access, amenities and more is right here.
COVID Safe
We want you have fun. But your safety and wellbbeing are our priority. Here are our COVID Safe guidelines.