If you were already starting to plan your winter escape this year, you might want to reschedule your days off around the South West for what looks to be the hottest 10 days of July.

From 12 to 21 July, winter in the region just got a whole lot hotter with Cabin Fever Festival. With over 40 events from Busselton to Margaret River and everywhere in between, Cabin Fever is bringing all the fire, food and fun yet again for its eighth year with the return of old faithfuls plus a bunch of new exciting events.

Whether you’re a fine dining fan, craft beer connoisseur, lover of live music or anything in between, there is a Cabin Fever event for you. Enjoy wine workshops, fireside dinners, bonfires, brews, live music and family-friendly activities all championing our region’s local businesses, venues and producers.

Not sure where to start? Read on for our top picks worth booking that annual leave for.

The Cabin Presented by Shelter Brewing Co. Photo: Ovis Creative.
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The Ultimate Winter Long Lunch | Friday, 12 July 2024

An exciting many hands collab lunch championing local produce with four renowned chefs preparing a course each. You simply cannot miss The Ultimate Winter Long Lunch.

Be wined and dined by Evan Hayter of de’sendent, Luke Foyle of Juanita’s Bar Subiaco and Chase Weber culinary director of Sesh Mafia, and the final chef to be announced. Each a master of their preferred cuisines and will be preparing a course each championing local produce, matched to stunning local beverages.

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Foodtruck Frenzy | Friday, 12 July 2024

Your favourite South West food vans all rolled up on the Busselton Foreshore for one massive Foodtruck Frenzy.

The Cabin presented by Shelter Brewing Co. is your one-stop shop to settle those rumbling bellies with the best sweet and savoury fare on wheels. The Shelter bar will be open to grab a drink as well as music under the cosy confines of The Cabin. Food trucks to be announced! Lightening Jack duo will be providing the tunes.

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Shelter The Storm | Friday, 19 July 2024

Shelter presents a big night of indie rock, reggae and soul to get you through the depths of winter with Shelter The Storm… South Summit & Death by Denim.

WA’s kings of alt-reggae rock, South Summit, are bringing their electric live act to the South West, along with Death by Denim’s captivating live show. All that to say – you are in for a night of raucous live music, delicious beers, and questionable dance moves (especially when you make your way to the silent disco).

Be sure to hit the espresso martini bar for an extra dose of energy and the photo booth for your souvenir from the night.

The Ultimate Winter Long Lunch. Photo: Cabin Creative.
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Red Hot at Swings | Friday, 19 July 2024

Swings’ Yallingup estate will light up with flames in all forms for a night championing newly released reds and fiery good times with Red Hot at Swings.

The Swings ‘Wine Library’ will be open for a sensory experience and special access to back-vintage wines, while hearty canapés touched by flame, as well as BBQ and wood-fired bites will set your taste buds alight. Dance the night away with Motown Harmonies Band and DJ Simon Mellor, with additional fiery performances throughout.

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The Cabin Presented by Shelter Brewing Co | Saturday, 13 July 2024 , Sunday 14 July, 2024

Keep toasty between your Cabin Fever festivities in The Cabin presented by Shelter Brewing Co.

The Busselton Foreshore will come alive with pop-up bars from Shelter Brewing Co, while you enjoy non-stop entertainment from Sunny Day, Spici Water, Stem Steller and Daisy Park and more. Big kids can enjoy wine, beer and delicious bites, while the little ones are entertained with face painting and art workshops.

Join them on Saturday at midday for a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony with Zac Webb.

Red Hot at Swings. Photo: Supplied.
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Lagerhaus Vol 2 | Saturday, 20 July 2024

Eagle Bay Brewing Co and Fox Friday team up for the greatest party of all time, with lager and house beats all night long at Lagerhaus Vol 2.

Having just celebrated the launch of their new Perth brewpub, Fox Friday, the team is heading south for an Eagle Bay tap takeover pouring special release lagers, and an exclusive collab brew made just for Cabin Fever Festival. Beats by DJ Jxnior Moyo and share plates are available to purchase to fuel the fun. Plus, all your favourite Eagle Bay Vineyard Wines, made from the vineyards on their family farm.

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Cabin Fever Closing Party | Sunday, 21 July 2024

Wrapping up Cabin Fever the only way we know how: with good bevs, tasty bites, and some real good tunes.

Join and bid farewell to Cabin Fever at the Tuck Shop for the ultimate Closing Party on the main street in Margaret River. Enter through the restaurant doors and find yourself in the Tuck Shop like you’ve never seen it before as they take over the carpark with marquees, fire drums, pop-up bars and street style food stands for the ultimate wintry Sunday sesh. Enter the cave as the sun sets for one more spicy dance.

Cabin Fever Closing Party. Photo: Cabin Creative.

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