Margaret River Open Studios 2026
12 -27 September 2026
Margaret River Open Studios returns this spring, inviting visitors to step inside one of Western Australia’s most celebrated arts events. Running from 12 to 27 September 2026, the event will see 154 artists open their studio doors across the Margaret River Region, creating a rare chance to meet makers, explore working spaces and experience the region through a different lens.
Now in its 13th year, Margaret River Region Open Studios has grown into a much-loved fixture on the local calendar. Recently recognised with Silver in the Festivals and Events category at the Australian Tourism Awards, it continues to draw art lovers, collectors and curious visitors from across the state and beyond.
Discover the Margaret River Region through its artists
From Busselton to Augusta, studios will open in all kinds of settings, including converted barns, railway carriages, sea containers and artists’ homes. It is an event that feels both expansive and personal, giving visitors the chance to see where the work happens and meet the people behind it.
This year’s program includes established names such as Leon Pericles, Christian Fletcher, Rob Malcolm, Mary-Lynne Stratton and Nathan Day, alongside emerging and mid-career artists whose work may be completely new to you. Whether you are browsing, buying or simply taking your time through the region, Margaret River Open Studios offers a more immersive way to experience spring in the South West.
Studios generally open 10am to 4pm daily, with some operating 12pm to 6pm, so it is worth checking individual listings as you plan your route.
Stay near Margaret River Open Studios at Pullman Bunker Bay Resort
For visitors wanting to explore the event over several days, Pullman Bunker Bay Resort offers a well-placed and more relaxed base near Dunsborough. Rather than trying to fit everything into one day, staying at the resort gives you the freedom to move through the region at a slower pace, balancing studio visits with time by the coast.
After a day spent exploring artists’ spaces, return to spacious villa-style accommodation, dinner at Other Side of the Moon, or time to unwind at Vie Spa. For guests searching for where to stay for Margaret River Open Studios 2026 or luxury accommodation near Dunsborough, Pullman Bunker Bay Resort offers a premium coastal stay within easy reach of the wider event trail.
Make a spring getaway of it
Margaret River Open Studios is the kind of event that rewards time. With artists spread throughout the region and each studio offering something different, it lends itself naturally to a longer South West escape.
Spring is also one of the best times to experience Bunker Bay and the Margaret River Region more broadly, with mild weather, coastal walks, cellar doors and local produce all adding to the stay. For guests planning a September getaway, the event offers another strong reason to book a few nights and make more of the destination.
Plan your Margaret River Open Studios stay
With 154 artists taking part across the Margaret River Region from 12 to 27 September 2026, now is the time to start planning your visit.
Book your stay at Pullman Bunker Bay Resort and experience Margaret River Open Studios 2026 from a premium base near Dunsborough.
