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What’s On In Perth This Week, This Month And Beyond

By Claire Logan
16th Mar 2024

a banh i festival in Perth

Wondering what Perth/Boorloo events to lock into your 2024 events calendar? At Urban List, we've done the hard yards and combed through everything happening in Perth to help you find the best things to do right now. 

From festivals and markets to immersive exhibitions and epic chef's feasts, here’s what’s on in Perth this week, this month and beyond.

Editor's Picks

  • Subi Spritz—Subi Spritz returns with another dazzling 10 days of good food and booze in Subiaco this March. We're talking sun-soaked long-table lunches, chef's dinners, Italo disco parties and hands-on masterclasses to get stuck into.
  • Somerville Movies—Nestled beneath the pines, Somerville is hands down one of Perth’s most beautiful spots to catch a flick this summer. Scope out the diverse program and byo picnic.
  • An Evening With Dolly Alderton—The millennial darling is coming to Perth for one night only this November.

What's On In Perth This Month

Banh Mi Festival

Yokine Reserve | 30 March

Prepare to smash all the banh mi, a festival dedicated to the Vietnamese classic is popping up at Yokine Reserve from 4pm til 9pm on Saturday 30 March. There'll be plenty of food vendors competing for the title of Perth's best banh mi (so bring your appetite), a banh mi eating competition, Vietnamese coffee, craft beer and more tasty treats and entertainment. Plus, DJ Lee from Le Vietnam will be there to spill their secrets in a special banh mi masterclass you won't want to miss.

Polarity: Ice And Fire

Fremantle Arts Centre | Until 29 April

As part of Perth Festival's 2024 program of arts and events, Fremantle Arts Centre is hosting a major new immersive exhibition led and narrated by Indigenous artists. Polarity: Ice And Fire is a powerful look at the climate crisis through the eyes of First People and settler artists collaborating with remote communities around the world to showcase the interconnected catastrophe facing all corners of our planet. Described as ‘an exercise in contemporary truth telling', there are 12 audio visual works on display—taking you from the melting ice caps to the devastating summer fires. 

Richard Overbye Kitchen Takeover At Vinotto

Vinotto Bar, Swanbourne | Until 16 March

Richard Overbye at Vinotto Bar
Image credit: Richard Overbye at Vinotto Bar | Valentine Girardot

Fresh from successful stints at Mummuc, Wines Of While, Super.Glou and more, Perth Chef Richard Overbye is bringing his fine-dining skills to Swanbourne's Vinotto Bar for a 4-week kitchen takeover. Here, he'll be embracing all things local and seasonal, serving up plenty of light, bright and summery dishes, all with that extra refined touch that comes from having worked in some of the best kitchens here and abroad. If you missed out on his last pop-ups, carve out some time to get down to Vinotto Bar before 16 March.

Sculpture By The Sea 

Cottesloe Beach | 1 to 18 March

Sculpture By The Sea
Image credit: Sculpture By The Sea | Supplied

Perth's favourite seaside sculpture walk, Sculpture By The Sea, is returning for its 20th year. From the long stretch of sand to the shaded grassed areas, the much-loved free outdoor art exhibition will once again be taking over our iconic Cottesloe Beach from 1 to 18 March 2024. This year's exhibition will feature a raft of mesmerising artworks from over 70 Australian and international sculptors for you to gawk at as you meander along the coast, with our local talent on show alongside respected sculptors from 15 other countries, including 13 Japanese artists.

Tommy Tacos At Dine By Arrival Hall

Dine By Arrival Hall, Northbridge | March

Tomas Bidois (ex-Besk, El Grotto and El Publico) has been busy slinging epic tacos and laidback Mexican street eats with his Tommy Tacos laneway pop-up at Homme in Highgate. But this March, he's stepping things up with Saborear—a new series of elevated Mexican degustations set inside Northbridge's oh-so aesthetic Arrival Hall space. Running from 7pm Fridays and Saturdays through March (excluding 29 and 30 March), the seven-dish menu will set you back $99, with drinks available to order on the night. Seats are limited, so make sure you DM @dinebyarrivalhall to book your spot. Oh and don't worry, you'll still find Tommy Tacos in Highgate as usual too. 

Subi Spritz

Subiaco | 8-17 March 2024

Subi Spritz long-table lunch
Image credit: Subi Spritz | Supplied

Prepare to embrace the laidback aperitivo vibes of Southern Europe, 'cause Subi Spritz returns with another dazzling 10 days of good food and booze in Subiaco this March. They've really stepped things up this year too, with so many sun-soaked long-table lunches, chef's dinners, Italo disco parties and hands-on masterclasses to get stuck into.

Top of our list has to be the new pop-up pasta lane, where they'll bring a traditional Italian trattoria to the street, with an epic alfresco feasting situation in one of Subi's hidden laneways. It's just one of many outdoor dining events on the program, with a bunch of grazing adventures coming to Subi's leafy parklands too.

Subi Spritz pasta lane
Image credit: Subi Spritz | Supplied

If you're keen to get your hands dirty, there are so many stunning workshops this year. You can learn how to make your own burrata, uncover the secret to making a good negroni or the perfect Italian pizza—basically, all the essential life skills.

For something that involves a little less action on your part, you can throw a rug down at an outdoor cinema, slide into a European wine tasting, set off on a progressive lunch or help crown Perth's best conti. Oh and let's not forget about the Aperol spritz trail—it would be rude not to throw back a few.

Honestly, we're barely scratching the surface here, so head to the website to scope the full program and get booking—these events do tend to sell out!

Scarborough Sunset Markets

Scarborough Beach | Thursdays

Scarborough Sunset Markets in Perth
Image credit: Scarborough Sunset Markets | Instagram

Perth’s most iconic summer night markets kick off this week at Scarborough Beach. Drop by from 5pm to feast on all the new market eats including dumplings from Freo fave, Emily Taylor, and shop homemade goods from 30 artisan retailers before grooving on through to the Beach Club for beachside DJ dance parties. This year they've also launched a brand new series of free fitness and wellness classes if you're keen to get a little bit of a sweat on. Find out more here.

Somerville Movies

Crawley | All Summer

An outdoor cinema in Perth
Image credit: Somerville Outdoor Cinema | Jess Wyld

Located at the ivy laden grounds of the University of Western Australia and a stone's throw from the Swan River, Somerville outdoor cinema is hands down one of Perth’s most beautiful outdoor cinema experiences. Nestled between the pine trees you'll find rows and rows of beach chairs, picnickers, strung fairy lights and food huts to keep you satisfied. What you won't find, though, are your big blockbuster films—the movie program here is part of Perth Festival's annual Lotterywest Film Season and features plenty of amazing new international flicks. Scope out what's on offer here.

Rendezvous Film Club

Scarborough | All Summer

Rendezvous Film Club's rooftop cinema
Image credit: Rendezvous Film Club | Tristan McKenzie

Scarborough has added to its summertime allure with a brand new rooftop cinema situated 24 levels above the beachside action, on top of the iconic Rendezvous Hotel. Boasting panoramic ocean views, premium snacks and movie-themed cocktails crafted by Four Pillars, the Rendezvous Film Club is screening every Thursday, Friday and Saturday through summer. The program is out now, and if you wanna make a night of it they've even got a lovely little accom package going too.

Subi Night Markets

Market Square, Subiaco | Saturdays

Subi Night Market
Image credit: Subi Night Market | Instagram

The markets are finally returning to Subi, with a new weekly night market taking over Market Square every Saturday night. Come hungry and work your way through the bulk street eats on offer from over 40 international cuisines, pick up a cold bev or two from local distillers, Spirit Of Little Things Gin, take a seat in the lush little grass and bistro area and soak up some live music then stroll on down Pre Loved Lane to shop endless sustainable fashion and gifts. 

Rooftop Movies

Northbridge | Until 27 April

Rooftop Movies in Perth
Image credit: Rooftop Movies | Miles Noel

It’s time to whip out the mozzie repellent, ‘cos your fave pop-up cinema is back with another season of non-stop movie hits. Have a peek at the first release of the program and you’ll find there’s something for everyone. You can get super nostalgic over feel-good classics like Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and Pulp Fiction, or settle in for something new.

Arts With The Stars Exhibition

Shipwrecks Museum in Walyalup (Fremantle) | 13 January to 28 April

Aboriginal artists
Image credit: Arts With The Stars | Supplied

Launching in Fremantle this January, the Art With The Stars exhibition will showcase artwork from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls from across WA, with a diverse mix of creative projects on show covering basket-weaving, textiles, painting, fashion, dance and more. Art With The Stars is a project run within the Shooting Stars program that pairs participants from schools across WA with a local Aboriginal artist for 10 weeks—helping girls connect to culture through art-making. The powerful art exhibition is the perfect way for non-Aboriginal community members to learn more about local Aboriginal culture.

A Table Somewhere

Rottnest Island | 22 and 23 March 2024

A chef cooking on the beach
Image credit: A Table Somewhere | Shot By Thom

unique new long table dining experience is popping up on the sandy shores of Rottnest Island’s Parakeet Bay in 2024. Headed up by Aussie icon Matt Moran and WA legend Brendan Pratt, the immersive island feast will showcase the region’s best—from scallops, lobster, octopus and prawns, to an abundance of seasonal produce and native ingredients that have been infused throughout the menu with help from Whadjuk Noongar Traditional Owners. Tickets include return ferry services with Sealink, event transfers, premium food experience with beverages from Vasse Felix wines, Beyond Distilling and beer from Dingo Brewery Company. 

More Of What's On In Perth In 2024

Electric Island 

Cottesloe Beach | 6-7 April

If you thought your summer festival run was done and dusted, think again. Electric Island is back for another year of sun-drenched dance sessions down at Cottesloe Beach. Featuring some of the world's finest DJs like Armand Van Helden, Franky Wah, Kristen Sanchez, Sasha, Sonny Fedora, Sneaky Sound System and more over two huge days, this is one breach rave you won't want to miss.

Taylor Made: The Music of Taylor Swift Reimagined And Performed By Perth Symphony Orchestra

RAC Arena | Friday 17 May

Tay Tay may have given Perth the snub (she's a busy gal), but thankfully the Perth Symphony Orchestra is bringing us a whole Swifty Symphony to make up for it. Choose your era, start making friendship bracelets and prepare to sing your heart out and dance in the aisles with your fellow Swifties while the orchestra brings to life T Swift's greatest hits. Whether you're a die hard fan or just wanna taste of the Taylor Made magic, this epic tribute is not to be missed. Tickets go on sale 3pm Tuesday 5 December on Ticketek

Jerry Seinfeld

RAC Arena, Perth | 15 June 2024

For the first time since his massive 2017 tour, legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld is returning to Perth in 2024. He'll be taking to the stage at RAC Arena on Saturday 15 June 2024, with tickets dropping at 12pm AWST on Friday 17 November through Ticketek

An Evening With Dolly Alderton 

Perth Concert Hall | 10 November

The millennial icon behind Everything I Know About Love, Good Material, The High Low and more is heading Down Under this November for a string of live shows around the country—including right here in Perth. Don't miss your chance to ask Dolly your own burning questions and soak up her relatable, heart-warming and incredibly witty takes on friendship, love and everything in between. Presale tickets drop 10am AEDT 12 March—head here to sign up to the waitlist. 

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Main image credit: Le Vietnam | Urban List

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