Fringe Buddies Program
We love our Fringe Buddies! They bring even more local colour and life to the City of Bunbury during the festival, presenting a whole series of great events, workshops and sessions to life just for you.
Find a copy of our printed program around town, by clicking the link below, or scroll down to find clickable ticketing links for the things you want to attend. See you at Fringe!
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Comedy Improv Classes
Every Monday in January | FROM 6PM | NEW LYRIC THEATRE | $12
Ready to think on your feet and laugh out loud? Every Monday at 6 PM, the New Lyric Theatre becomes a stage for spontaneity, creativity, and plenty of fun.Whether you want to boost your confidence, sharpen your quick wit, connect with like‑minded people, or simply enjoy a hilarious night out, these sessions are designed to get you creating comedy in the moment. No experience needed, just bring your enthusiasm and prepare for plenty of laughs! To book, call 0476 968 462 or click the link below.
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Young Adults Book Club
Thursday 15 January | 5.30PM - 7:30pm | EATON LIBRARY | FREE
Looking for a fun, fresh way to connect with fellow book lovers?Sip on refreshing, alcohol-free beverages while you chat about stories that spark your imagination, swap recommendations, and celebrate the joy of reading with like‑minded peers. Whether you’re a seasoned bookworm or just dipping your toes into the world of novels, this club is the perfect space to share laughs, ideas, and inspiration. And the best part? It’s completely free!
This event is brought to you by Blue Leaf Initiative.
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Summertime Blues Festival 2026
Saturday 17 January | 11AM - 11PM | FROTH BUNBURY | $65
Get ready for a full day of rhythm, soul, and electrifying performances at the Summertime Blues Festival! On Saturday, 17 January 2026, Froth Bunbrewery will come alive with 10 incredible blues bands across 12 hours of non‑stop music.From midday grooves to late‑night jams, the festival showcases the very best of the blues scene, headlined by the legendary Dave Brewer Quartet & The Doodaddies. With doors opening at 11 AM and the music rolling through until midnight, it’s the ultimate summer celebration for blues lovers.
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Artasana: Where Movement Meets Masterpiece
Saturday 24 January | 6 - 10PM | SHALA YOGA | $65
Step into the vibrant world of Artsana, a one-of-a-kind experience that fuses the fluidity of yoga with the expressive power of art. This isn’t your typical yoga class—it’s a sensory celebration of breath, motion, music, and colour.> Your body becomes the brush as you move through familiar yoga poses on a canvas mat, painting with every gesture.
> Feel the rhythm as upbeat music sets the tone, guiding your flow and igniting your creativity.
> Immerse yourself in color—each pose is a stroke, each breath a splash, each movement a masterpiece.
> Begin with mindfulness, grounding yourself in the present moment before unleashing your inner artist.
> As the tempo rises, so does the energy, transforming the space into a living gallery of embodied expression.
Artsana is more than an event; it’s a high-vibe journey where yoga becomes art and you become the creator. Ready to flow, paint, and play?
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Southwest Historical Writers Group
Saturday 24 January | 10.30AM - 11.30AM | BUNBURY MUSEUM | FREE
Step back in time, without leaving your seat! The South West Historical Writers Group brings the past to life with entertaining readings from their latest works. Expect quirky tales, heartfelt stories, and surprising insights into the real people who shaped our region.It’s a chance to wonder, reflect, and laugh along as history takes centre stage in a way you’ve never experienced before. After the show, enjoy a relaxed morning tea and browse a selection of local publications available for purchase.
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Empower Your Inner Artist
Sunday 18 January | 10.30AM - 12.30PM | SHALA YOGA | $50
Unlock your creative spirit with transformative mindfulness and imagination-based practices designed to nurture your artistic journey, enhance clarity, and inspire creativity. -
The Deadly Serious Quiz Night
Thursday 29 January | 6.30PM | WILLIAM BARRET & SONS | Table of 10 $120 or $12pp
A fun, frightful and fascinating 'Bunbury Fringe' event which will answer all those questions you’re dying to know. Join us for a fun quiz night with William Barrett and Sons, dedicated to boosting death literacy in the South West. Enjoy intriguing questions that spark deep thinking and dispel myths, plus a chance to win great prizes!At the heart of this event is a chance for our community to break the taboo and better support those in our community who are experiencing grief or nearing end-of-life.
A fantastic prize awaits the best-dressed individual.
All proceeds going to Lionheart Camp for kids - empowering bereaved children, teens and families to navigate their grief journey through education, peer-support, strength-building and resilience.
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Dancing in the Light
Friday 30 January | 5.30PM - 7.30PM | SHALA YOGA | $60
An embodied dance immersion in illuminated art, to discover the lumen-essence within. Visual artist, dancer, and embodiment guide, Miranda Plum, brings a unique fusion to the studio: a blend of these art forms in a transcendent, dance experience that is both deeply connective and liberating. This is the dance floor you have always wished existed, where dance is returned to its sacredness in the most wholesome and inspiring delivery.