Cabin Fever is rolling into the South West from 18–27 July, and while you might’ve already filled your calendar with fire-lit feasts and late-night dance-offs, don’t sleep on this: we’re taking over the towns too.
Yep — Busselton, Dunsborough and Margaret River will be buzzing with cheeky specials, tasty pop-ups, and all kinds of good stuff from the local legends we love. Whether you’re in town for an event or just cruising through, our Town Takeover program is your guide to maxing out the winter fun — all ten days of it.
This one’s for the lovers of spontaneous plans and extra helpings. No ticket required, just turn up hungry (and maybe a little thirsty).
Check out what’s on across the South West below, and keep an eye out for even more local specials popping up throughout the festival.
Bites, Bevs & Back-Vintage Bliss in Margs
Giniversity
Start your weekend right with a toast (or two) at Giniversity. On Fridays 18 and 25 July from 5–7pm, they’ll be slinging a specially crafted Cabin Fever cocktail paired with a perfectly matched canapé – the ultimate warm-up act to your Friday night antics.
Elliott’s Margaret River
Get the crew together for Elliott’s Cabin Fever Feast – five generous sharing courses with steak as the main act. $79pp of pure winter comfort.
Rhum Burgundy
Wine lovers, rejoice. Rhum Burgundy is handing over the wine list to LS Merchants for a full takeover during Cabin Fever. Expect current pours and back-vintage gems served up across all ten days of the festival.
Margaret River Brewhouse
Sip the season with a limited-edition Cabin Fever beer, available from Tuesday 22 to Sunday 27 July.
And if you’re craving more? Don’t miss Butter Chicken, Beer + Burning Lights – a fiery winter collab between the Brewhouse and spice queen Sarina Kamini. Think butter chicken, exclusive beer, live tunes and all-round good vibes. Find out more and book your spot here.
Swings & Roundabouts Taphouse
Snuggle up with Swings & Roundabouts’ “Winter Warmers” special — gooey baked Camembert, house-made focaccia and two mulled wines to share (or not) for just $45. Cosy, cheesy, and oh-so-satisfying.
Your Busselton Cheat Sheet
Rocky Ridge
Kick things off with a cheeky Happy ‘Fever’ Hour at Rocky Ridge on Fridays and Saturdays from 4–6pm. Perfect for a knock-off pint or two.
Par 3 Golf & Mini Golf
‘Dip It Good’ Cabin Fever special: Try their loaded toastie with juicy roast sirloin, dijon mustard, caramelised onions and Gruyère, served with a side of rich French onion soup for dunking bliss. Pair it with a warming mulled wine for just $8.
Origins Market
Warm up and wind down with a stack of specials across the market:
- Obison Coffee Roasters are offering 10% off all coffees and beans – just mention the Winter Special.
- The Market Bar is pouring $9.50 glasses of InReverie Shiraz & Cab Merlot and serving up $8 select wine and beer during Happy Hour on Thursdays, 5–6pm.
- And don’t miss Sunday Lunch Specials at Pico Bar & The Market Bar: two roasted chicken tacos and a pint/glass of wine for $18, or slow-cooked red beef (GF) with a pint/glass of wine for $25.
Fuel Up in Dunsborough
Wayfinder Cellar Door & Restaurant
Wayfinder is serving up something delicious all festival long. From Friday 18 to Sunday 20 July, you’ll find crispy fish wontons paired with any glass of wine from their stellar range. Then from Monday 21 to Sunday 27 July, swap it for beef empanadas. Each combo is just $18 – food for the soul, wine for the mood, and the perfect pit stop between your Cabin Fever adventures.
Bailey Brewing Co.
Bailey Brewing Co. is bringing the goods with their Signature Bailey Board (stacked with all their faves) plus two pints of your choice for $94. A top-notch combo to split with your festival buddy (or keep all to yourself).
Get ready to sip, savour and stumble your way through the South West. Cabin Fever style.
