Most of these stops sit within the town itself, an easy wander from our door on the Albany Highway, and the town's calendar of shows and festivals runs right through the year; you will find our event guides further down this page. For those eager to connect with nature, you'll also find excellent opportunities for local tips on wildlife encounters in Kojonup, and our attractions page has the short version of everything below.
Events and attractions
Experience Kojonup: Your Guide to Local Activities and Attractions
Kojonup is an award-winning town in the southwest of Western Australia, offering plenty to see and do in this small but perfectly formed country oasis. Immerse yourself in the rich history and strong community spirit this town has to offer, and you certainly won't be disappointed.
At the Visitor Centre
Start at Kodja Place
The Kodja Place
Kodja Place is in the Visitor Centre. The Kodj, an authentic Noongar stone axe, is the centre exhibit within the gallery, which is home to artefacts, stories, interactive displays, exhibits, pictures and hands-on devices that tell the story of the Noongar people.
The Story Place invites visitors to immerse themselves in the lives of traditional Noongar people through photos, quotes and displays that demonstrate how they traditionally lived, hunted, used tools and prepared food, through to modern farming.
Australian Rose Maze and Three Women's Stories
Located outside the Kodja Place, this beautiful display pays tribute to the women of twentieth century Australia, designed as a place for community celebration. The maze will change and grow over time, and the plants are all Australian roses grown between 1900 and 2000, bred specially for this country's tough climate.
Rose enthusiasts will find over 100 varieties, including Lorraine Lee, Milkmaid, Restless, Pacific, Ice Parfait and Country Women. Take a leisurely stroll through the maze, enjoy the wonders that local artists and volunteers have created, and learn about three women whose fascinating stories are displayed on signs throughout this enchanting garden.
The heritage trail
Where the Town's Story Began
Kojonup Spring
This popular picnic spot is a beautiful oasis in the centre of Kojonup. In 1837, Surveyor Alfred Hillman and his soldiers arrived in Kojonup, guided to the fresh water by the Noongar people who inhabited the land. Hillman recommended the land surrounding the spring as a good place to build a town, and in May 1840 the land was opened for selection and the government held a public sale. Today it is known as the Kojonup Spring, and is believed to have spiritual and cultural significance to both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people.
Military Barracks
Built in 1845 by soldiers of the 51st Regiment, the barracks offered protection to travellers on the isolated road between Perth and Albany, the same run our guests still make today. In later years it was used as Kojonup's first school, a meeting place for local church groups and a private home. In 1963 the Shire Council purchased the building and donated it to the Historical Society as a museum, classified by the National Trust. With thick brick walls and small windows, the old building is now surrounded by peppermint trees that are over 100 years old. You are welcome to take a tour of the inside, which features a Military Room, on Sundays from 1.30pm to 3.30pm or by prior arrangement.
Elverd Cottage
Built in 1854 on Soldier Road by William McDonnell, the property was acquired by the Elverd family in 1879. It is now cared for by the Historical Society as a cultural museum, restored as one of only a few pensioner guard cottages left in Australia. Public access can be arranged by appointment through the Kojonup Visitor Centre.
Centenary of Federation Wool Wagon
In the mid-19th century the wool industry began to boom, and by 1906 the Shire had over 10,500 sheep. By 1989, over 1 million sheep were recorded being shorn across the Shire. To celebrate that achievement, and the importance of the wool industry to this small town, a one-and-a-half scale model of a wool wagon was officially opened on Australia Day 2001.
Kodja Place Open seven days a week except Christmas Day; check ahead around public holidays. The Rose Maze is just outside.
Barracks tours Inside tours, including the Military Room, run Sundays 1.30pm to 3.30pm or by prior arrangement.
Elverd Cottage Viewed by appointment; arrange access through the Kojonup Visitor Centre before you go.
On the calendar
What's On Around Kojonup Through the Year
The attractions above are open year-round, and the town's calendar keeps a rhythm of its own around them: race days in summer, the golf season through the cooler months, wildflowers in spring, and the show and festival dates the whole district turns out for. Our guides below carry the detail.
Annual
Kojonup Show
The Kojonup Agricultural Show, organised by the Kojonup Pastoral and Agricultural Society at the Kojonup Showground: displays, exhibitions, competitions and entertainment for the whole family.
Read our show guide
February
The Wandercla Races
A one-day racing carnival at the Kojonup Race Club, with live music, fashion segments and children's entertainment alongside the racing.
See our summer guide
Golf season
Tournaments at the Golf Club
The Kojonup Golf Club hosts a run of tournaments each year, headlined by the annual Kojonup Cup. Our 2025 guide covers the key events.
Read the 2025 golf guide
Annual, region-wide
Bloom Festival
The Great Southern's annual celebration of wildflowers and culture, with events across the region's towns, Kojonup and Katanning among them.
Read the 2025 festival guide
Region-wide
Southern Art and Craft Trail
Painters, sculptors and craftspeople across the Great Southern open their venues along the trail, and Kojonup makes a comfortable base for exploring it.
Read the 2025 trail guide
Year planner
The Full Year in One Guide
Workshops at Kodja Place, touring shows in the nearby towns and the season's celebrations, gathered into one what's-on roundup.
See what's on in 2025
After a day of exploring
Where to Stay in Kojonup
Kojonup is a town brimming with fascinating history and a strong community spirit. So, after a full day of exploring, you'll need the perfect answer to where to stay in Kojonup to relax and unwind. Cornwall House Accommodation is conveniently located on the Albany Highway, right in the heart of town, so every stop in this guide is minutes from your room.
We offer modern country comfort, ensuring a restful night's sleep and a peaceful location to plan your next adventure.
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Or call us on (08) 9831 0214 to book your stay.
Before you set out
Questions about Kojonup's attractions and events
When can you tour the Military Barracks?
Inside tours of the 1845 barracks, including the Military Room, run on Sundays from 1.30pm to 3.30pm, or by prior arrangement. The building is a National Trust classified museum cared for by the Historical Society.
How do you visit Elverd Cottage?
By appointment. Elverd Cottage is a restored 1854 pensioner guard cottage on Soldier Road, one of only a few left in Australia, and public access is arranged through the Kojonup Visitor Centre.
Is Kodja Place open every day?
Kodja Place is open seven days a week except Christmas Day; it is worth checking ahead around public holidays. The Australian Rose Maze sits just outside, so the two are easily seen together.
What events run in Kojonup through the year?
The Kojonup Agricultural Show is the town's annual showcase, the Wandercla Races run in February at the Kojonup Race Club, and the golf club hosts tournaments headlined by the Kojonup Cup. Region-wide, the Bloom Festival and the Southern Art and Craft Trail bring events across the Great Southern. Our event guides carry the dates for each.
Where can you stay while exploring Kojonup?
Cornwall House Accommodation is at 70-72 Albany Hwy, right in the heart of town, with 12 air-conditioned rooms with ensuite bathrooms, free onsite parking and contactless check-in from 2pm. Every attraction in this guide is minutes from your room.
