Published on Tuesday, 20 January 2026 at 4:18:16 PM
The City of Albany is inviting the community to come together at Binalup/Middleton Beach this Australia Day for a full morning and afternoon of connection, celebration and free family fun.
The Binalup/Middleton Beach Festival on Monday, January 26, offers a welcoming program that recognises what it means to be part of the vibrant Albany community.
Festivities begin from 7am with the Australia Day Big Breakfast, proudly run by the RSL Albany Sub-Branch until 11am when the Combined Service Cadets take over, serving up a mouth-watering sausage sizzle.
At 9am, the official Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony and 2026 Citizen of the Year Awards will take place, acknowledging new Australian citizens and recognising individuals and groups who make a positive contribution to the community.
From 11am to 4pm, families can enjoy a range of free activities including giant inflatables, a giant maze, parkour, archery tag, dodgeball, and the ever-popular Mermaid Cove.
The festival will feature a vibrant stage program, showcasing local talent and performers including Peat Turner, The Jonelle Grochowski Duo, Mooditch Nop Dance Group, Harbour Lights, Freak Maestro Band and a Dance Unlimited fitness class from the Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre team.
Mayor of Albany Greg Stocks said Australia Day at Binalup/Middleton Beach was about bringing people together in the spirit of respect and inclusion.
“Australia Day is an opportunity to reflect, to recognise the diverse stories that have shaped our community, and to celebrate the people who make Albany such a special place to live,” Mayor Stocks said.
“The Binalup/Middleton Beach Festival offers something for everyone, and I encourage locals and visitors alike to head down and spend the day soaking up the atmosphere.”
The Binalup/Middleton Beach Festival is made possible by event sponsors Lotterywest, Southern Ports Authority, Rio Tinto and the National Australia Day Council.
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