Toodyay Events Calendar
Toodyay's calendar is packed with festivals, races and country events, from the Moondyne Festival and Fibre Festival to the Picnic Races, Agricultural Show and rodeo. Start with the major events below, then check what's on every week and browse the full calendar at the bottom of the page.
Toodyay.info is an unofficial guide, so always check with each event's organiser for the latest dates and details before you travel.
Major Events in Toodyay
These are the events worth planning a trip around. Most return at the same time each year, so you can plan ahead.
Moondyne Festival
When: First Sunday in May
Toodyay steps back in time for a much-loved colonial festival, first held in 1984. Stirling Terrace fills with costumed locals, street theatre and market stalls, while the bushranger Moondyne Joe and his gang cause chaos with re-enacted escapes and mock trials. Everyone is encouraged to dress up, so come as a swaggie, floozie or temperance lady. Entry is free, and the fun carries through to Duidgee Park and the Old Newcastle Gaol Museum.
When: First Sunday in May
Toodyay steps back in time for a much-loved colonial festival, first held in 1984. Stirling Terrace fills with costumed locals, street theatre and market stalls, while the bushranger Moondyne Joe and his gang cause chaos with re-enacted escapes and mock trials. Everyone is encouraged to dress up, so come as a swaggie, floozie or temperance lady. Entry is free, and the fun carries through to Duidgee Park and the Old Newcastle Gaol Museum.
Toodyay Fibre Festival
When: Early June, usually the first Sunday
When: Early June, usually the first Sunday
A free, family-friendly celebration of natural fibre arts and crafts on Stirling Terrace, open from 10am to 3pm. Browse the artisan market, join a workshop, watch sheep-shearing demonstrations and see the fashion showcase. Look out for the yarn bombing along the main street. It is billed as the only fibre festival in WA, in a town with real shearing history.
Avon Descent
When: First weekend in August
When: First weekend in August
The Avon Descent is a two-day, 124km river race from Northam to Bayswater, and Toodyay is where Day 1 ends. Watch the power dinghies and paddlers race past Duidgee Park and Newcastle Bridge on the Saturday morning, then follow them to Cobbler Pool, West Toodyay, where competitors camp overnight before Day 2 begins. Come early, rug up for a cold winter morning and check the official spectator guide for the best places to watch.
Toodyay Picnic Race Day
When: A Sunday in late September
When: A Sunday in late September
Country racing at its best at the Toodyay Racecourse, home of the Toodyay Race Club since 1865. Enjoy thoroughbred racing, Fashions on the Field, live music, free kids' entertainment and plenty of food, then settle in for a classic country picnic. Tickets are sold online in advance.
Toodyay Agricultural Show
When: A Saturday in October
When: A Saturday in October
Toodyay's much-loved country show runs from morning until the fireworks at night at the Toodyay Showgrounds. See livestock, local produce, craft and cooking exhibits, equestrian events and sideshow alley, then stay for live music, food vans and the Terrace Bar. The Toodyay Agricultural Society is the second oldest in the state, and the show has been running for well over 150 years.
Toodyay Rodeo
When: Spring (Saturday 24 October in 2026)
When: Spring (Saturday 24 October in 2026)
A full day of country rodeo at the Toodyay Racecourse. Past rodeos have started with junior and slack events in the morning, built to the main rodeo in the afternoon and finished with live bands. Expect bull riding, bronc riding, barrel racing and roping, with food trucks and a licensed bar on site. Camping is available for the full country weekend experience.
Toodyay Farmers Market
When: Third Sunday of the month, March to December
When: Third Sunday of the month, March to December
Discover local flavours and country charm at the Toodyay Farmers Market, held at Gugulja Park next to the Anglican Church on the main street. Browse locally grown produce, handmade goods and products raised or made by local and regional producers. With a focus on sustainable living and supporting local businesses, it's a lovely way to spend a Sunday morning in Toodyay. Entry is free, with markets running from 9am to 1pm.
Every Week in Toodyay
Between the big events, Toodyay has regular weekly and monthly events that are easy to fit into a visit.
Toodyay Miniature Railway
Rides run on the first and third Sunday of the month at Duidgee Park, from 10am.
Rides run on the first and third Sunday of the month at Duidgee Park, from 10am.
Wednesday Meat Raffle
Every Wednesday at 4pm at Vic Hotel. A classic country meat raffle.
Every Wednesday at 4pm at Vic Hotel. A classic country meat raffle.
Chase the Ace
Every Friday from 4:30pm at Vic Hotel. The weekly raffle where the jackpot grows until the ace is drawn.
Every Friday from 4:30pm at Vic Hotel. The weekly raffle where the jackpot grows until the ace is drawn.
Saturday Live Music Session
Every Saturday from 12pm at Vic Hotel.
Every Saturday from 12pm at Vic Hotel.
Weekly Pub Food Specials
Check Toodyay's local pubs for daily specials and weekly favourites, including steak nights and curry nights.
Check Toodyay's local pubs for daily specials and weekly favourites, including steak nights and curry nights.
Full Events Calendar
Everything else happening in Toodyay is in the calendar below, including one-off events and community days. All times are Perth time. To keep it handy, scroll to the bottom of the calendar and select "Add to Google Calendar".
Travel Tip - Toodyay's big event weekends are popular, so book your stay early. See Toodyay Accommodation for places to stay and Where to Eat and Drink in Toodyay for dinner plans.
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