Busselton in May is the sweet spot. When the summer crowds have thinned, the air turns crisp, and you still get those beautiful sunny days that make you want to be outside.

Start your morning with a walk along the iconic jetty, where the ocean is calm and the light feels softer this time of year. It’s perfect for a quiet coffee by the foreshore or even spotting a dolphin if you’re lucky.

Cooler weather makes it ideal for exploring the nearby wineries without the heat, think long lunches, bold reds, and cozy cellar doors. It’s also a great time to take a scenic drive through the Margaret River region, with autumn colours starting to show.

If you’re feeling active, bike rides along the coast or a hike in Tuart Forest hit differently in May, fresh air, fewer people, and that peaceful off-season vibe. And when the sun dips, it’s all about hearty meals, local seafood, and maybe a glass of wine by a fireplace.

Busselton in May isn’t about rushing, it’s about slowing down, soaking it in, and enjoying the simple, beautiful moments.

Top Things to Do in Busselton, WA

Events Calendar provided by the City of Busselton - https://www.busselton.wa.gov.au/events/

Walk the Busselton Jetty

Busselton Foreshore

Forage Safaris Walking Tours of Busselton Busselton Walking Tours — Forage Safaris

Discover Ambergate Reserve

Par 3 Golf and Mini Golf

Snorkel or Scuba Dive Busselton Jetty

Visit Busselton Museum

Catch an Aurora Australis if you're lucky!

Explore the Busselton Cultural Precinct

Historic Wonnerup House

Do the Busselton Jetty Undersea Walk at the Deep Sea Pool

Underwater Observatory at the end of the Jetty

Catch the Jetty train

Foreshore Markets

Origin Markets

Sunflowers Animal Farm

Bird Watching in the Vasse- Wonnerup Estuary

Zipline in Forest Adventures Park

Visit Ludlow and the Tuart Forest

Dive on the HMAS Swan wreck

Whale Watching

Plus, Breweries - Rocky Ridge, Fire Station, Shelter and Banksia Tavern.

Trip to Hippo Lakes Cafe.

Local wineries

Plus check out the Busselton Central Holiday Homes Facebook Page for What's on, Things to do, and Places to visit.

Annual Program

Festival of Busselton - 2027

Petticoat Lane Markets 2027

Battle of the Bands 2027

Australian Open Water Championships & Ocean Swim Festival 2027

Art in the Park 2027

Jazz by the Jetty - 2027

Busselton Jetty Swim - 13th - 14th Feb 2027

Geographe Bay Race Week - 6th-12th Feb 2027

Nautical Drive - Late Feb 2027

Busselton Fringe Festival - March 2027

Festival of Triathlon - 1st - 3rd May 2026

Nannup Tulip Festival - 7/8/9th August

Pedal Prix WA - 22 Aug 2026

Cinefest OZ - late August – early September

Open Studios - Mid-September 2026

Cape to Cape MTB Bike race - Oct 2026

Busselton Agricultural Show -30 -31st Oct 2026

Geo Bay Cool Water Classic - 14th Nov 2026

Ironman Triathlon WA - 6th Dec 2026

Stay in Central Busselton near Beach and Jetty