Australian Fashion Week 2026
Australia’s biggest week in fashion returns
Each May, Sydney becomes the centre of the Australian fashion conversation as Australian Fashion Week 2026 returns for a five-day celebration of creativity, culture and contemporary design.
Presented by Shark Beauty and led by the Australian Fashion Council, the reimagined event places Sydney firmly on the global fashion stage, bringing together designers, media, buyers, industry leaders and emerging talent for one of the country’s most influential cultural events.
From runway shows and presentations to digital activations and industry experiences, Australian Fashion Week continues to showcase the designers shaping the future of Australian style.
A showcase of Australia’s leading designers
The 2026 program features a standout lineup of established names and emerging talent, including Aje, Bianca Spender, Carla Zampatti, Christian Kimber, Mariam Seddiq, Nagnata, Toni Maticevski and more.
Known for blending commercial relevance with creative experimentation, the week offers a glimpse into the evolving direction of Australian fashion, spotlighting both heritage brands and the next wave of design voices. Alongside live runway moments, the event also embraces digital innovation, with live-streamed content and immersive experiences helping expand its reach well beyond Sydney.
Sydney’s cultural hub for the week
For 2026, the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia will serve as the central hub of Australian Fashion Week, with additional activations and events taking place throughout Sydney.
The waterfront setting of Circular Quay creates a fitting backdrop for the week’s blend of creativity, design and culture, while the broader city comes alive with private events, hospitality activations and industry gatherings throughout the program. For the full event schedule and latest updates, visit the official Australian Fashion Week website.
Stay close to the style
Located in Pyrmont near Darling Harbour, Hotel Woolstore 1888 offers a boutique Sydney base for those attending Australian Fashion Week, whether you’re in town for the shows, industry networking or simply soaking up the atmosphere across the city.
Spend your mornings over coffee at Percy, head into the city for the day’s events, then return to heritage surroundings and a slower pace once the final show wraps. It’s a stylish, well-connected base for one of Sydney’s most vibrant weeks of the year.
