Published on Tuesday, 24 September 2024 at 12:17:15 PM
The Southern Forests and Valleys Heritage Festival is taking place in 2025, promising to be bigger and better than ever. Following two successful years as the Bridgetown-Greenbushes Heritage Festival, the event is expanding to include the entire Southern Forests and Valleys region. The festival will run from Saturday, 19th April through to Sunday, 4th May 2025 across the towns of Balingup, Nannup, Boyup Brook, Greenbushes, Bridgetown, Manjimup, Pemberton, Northcliffe, and Walpole.
We are calling for expressions of interest for events that will celebrate the rich natural, built, and cultural heritage of our area. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals, groups, and organisations to contribute to a festival that showcases the unique history and traditions of our region.
Event Ideas and Opportunities
We are looking for a wide range of events that capture the diverse heritage of Bridgetown and Greenbushes. Some ideas include:
- Aboriginal Storytelling and Cultural Experiences
- History and Heritage Walks
- Exhibitions
- Lectures, Workshops, and Panel Talks
- Digital, VR, and Immersive Experiences
- Behind-the-Scenes Tours of Iconic Heritage Buildings
- Children’s and Family Activities
- Historic Dance, Costume, Art, Music, and Sporting Events
- Clubs and Community Group Events
- Traditional Foods and Beverage Events
- Traditional Crafts and Heritage Conservation Workshops
- Multicultural History Events
- Heritage Photography Workshops
- Heritage Building, Parks, Gardens, and Natural Environment Experiences
Get Involved
If you have an idea for an event or would like to contribute to the festival, we want to hear from you! This is your chance to help shape a festival that honours our past and celebrates the vibrant history of Bridgetown-Greenbushes.
For more information or to submit your expression of interest, please contact:
Karen Hill
Community and Economic Development Manager
Phone: 9761 1740
Mobile: 0409 115 122
Email: khill@bridgetown.wa.gov.au
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