Unmissable Busselton Jetty 160th Birthday Celebrations

A Community Celebration 160 Years in the Making

The Busselton Jetty 160th Anniversary is a once-in-a-generation community event taking place on Saturday, 4 October 2025 at the Busselton Foreshore. As Western Australia’s most iconic jetty turns 160, locals and visitors are invited to join a free day of entertainment, heritage stories, and family fun by the bay.

For 160 years, the Jetty has been more than just a jetty – it has been the heart of Busselton. Built in 1865, saved by community spirit, and still thriving today, it connects people, history, and the ocean. This milestone is not only a chance to reflect on the past but also to celebrate the future of this much-loved landmark.

What’s On at the Busselton Jetty 160th Anniversary?

Here’s what you can expect at the celebration:

• Sausage Sizzle – enjoy a community tradition with food for the whole family.
• Face Painting – free fun for kids of all ages.
• Jetty Birthday Cake – share in the sweetness of 160 years.
• Marine Discovery Centre (MDC) – free entry from 3pm, including a special viewing of the Busselton Jetty Documentary.

Live Music and Performances

Entertainment will fill the Foreshore all afternoon, showcasing the best of Busselton’s local talent:

• Busselton City Band – opening the celebration with music for all ages.
• Scott P Performance – bringing energy and rhythm to the stage.
• 3-Women Pirate Show, Sail Away – perfect for families and children.
• Acting Up Theatre – presenting a snippet of “The Jetty That Nearly Wasn’t”, a moving story of the Jetty’s history.
• Sea Shanty Singers – closing the day with songs of the sea.