The City of Busselton is proud to be a recognised creative hub, where arts, culture and heritage shape a vibrant and welcoming community. Our region attracts artists inspired by the natural environment, strong community spirit and established cultural facilities, with creative industries thriving across music, visual arts, crafts, writing, theatre, film and design.
Community arts and cultural groups across the district offer countless ways to get involved—through choirs, theatre, sewing, ukulele groups and more. Most are open to new members, making it easy to learn new skills and connect with others.
The City supports a variety of grassroots cultural events that bring high‑quality performers to the region and contribute to a lively annual events calendar. Volunteers play an important role, and many groups are always keen to welcome new helpers.
Busselton and Dunsborough are home to a diverse collection of public artworks—from murals and street art to sculptures that animate public spaces. Major sculpture trails, including the Busselton Settlement Art Project and works acquired through the Sculpture by the Bay Acquisitive Award, invite visitors to explore local stories, creativity and craftsmanship.
As one of Western Australia’s earliest settlements, Busselton also places strong value on its heritage. The district features many heritage‑listed buildings, sites and cultural landmarks that reflect our history and community identity. The City’s publicly accessible Local Heritage Survey provides information on significant properties and helps guide long‑term conservation.
Information on local arts and cultural groups is available in My Community Directory, and upcoming events can be found in the City of Busselton Events Calendar.