Avon Valley is known to be a Festival Region, and is home to many events throughout the year. One of the most popular is the Avon Descent where hundreds race down the rapid. Other notable festivals include the Taste of Chittering, Avon River Festival, York Motorcycle Festival, The York Festival, Brookton Old Time Motor Show, Moondyne Festival and more.

The Avon Valley region is full of rich and interesting history. Its history began when Ensign Robert Dale set off beyond the Darling Range in search of fertile land. Avon Valley then became the site of few of the oldest inland settlement in WA. This heritage is well reflected in many of the towns in the region in their colonial architectural style. The few most notable towns here are York, Northam, Toodyay, and New Norcia; each offering a different and distinct experience.

The Chittering Valley, located on the northern side of the valley, can be considered the ‘food bowl’ of the region. Rich in farms, wineries, eateries and picturesque landscapes, the Chittering Valley is the perfect place to have a good day trip while at the Avon Valley. Just sit back and sample the freshest of local fresh produces while having a relaxing walk along the road side. A good time to have a taste extravaganza would be August, where the annual ‘A Taste of Chittering’ festival is held.

Avon Valley is known to be extremely scenic. Endless stretches of green countryside view, rolling hills, flowing rivers and quaint towns give the region an amazing aerial view. Perhaps you have been on many flights, but hitting the sky on a hot air balloon, that’s extraordinary. In Northam, you get a chance to go on an adventure on a hot air balloon to admire the beauty of the region from up high with Join the team at either Windward Balloon Adventures or Liberty Balloon Flights. Many say that the spectacular morning fogs are not to be missed.