Your Guide To What’s On In Perth This Weekend
Maddie Wallman
Contributor | Urban List
Ready to kickstart your weekend? We've tracked down your weekly heaping of good times in Perth/Boorloo.
Festivals, cheap eats, markets, and more are all ripe for the filling of that social calendar, and your stomach. The real question is how many of these can you fit into one week? Here are some of the best things to do this weekend in Perth.
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What's On Thursday
What's On Friday
What's On Saturday
What's On Sunday
What's On All Weekend
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What's On Thursday 26 February:
Perth City Twilight Wedding Expo
Ready to say ‘I do’ to the wedding venue of your dreams? The Perth City Twilight Wedding Expo is waltzing into WA Museum Boola Bardip for one loved-up evening of aisle inspo, with the city’s top marriage masterminds. Scope out dozens of stunning CBD spaces before you get hitched (yes, the Museum included), plus meet the florists, photographers and vendors that’ll make your Pinterest board come to life. Entry is free,
What's On Friday 27 February:
What's On Saturday 28 February:
WACA Ground Community Open Day
You’re officially invited to stickybeak the new WACA Ground in all its glory. From 10am, you and the fam can splash down the water slides, bounce on the inflatables, add some ink with glitter tattoos (temporary, don’t worry Mum!), rub elbows with cricket royalty, plus get an exclusive peek at the brand spankibn’ world-class cricket facility. There’s plenty of food trucks to keep you fuelled, with the on-site cafe Wirin slinging bean juice all day long. Entry is free but registration is essential, sign up below to end summer on a high.
Krav Maga For A Cause at Krav Maga Perth
Throw some punches for a purpose with Krav Maga’s female-only self-defence workshop. In just two hours, you’ll learn practical moves, boost your confidence, and get real-world safety skills, all while raising funds for We Are W/M—the important local charity teaching consent, boundaries and healthy relationships. Created by women, for women, get involved to sweat, strike and stand for a safer, stronger community,
Pomtown at The Camfield
Oi oi, you lot! PomTown is back, bringing pies, pints and plenty of banter to the Camfield for a proper knees-up, innit. Chow down on classic British scran, sip iconic British bevs, and belt out your favourite tunes from ol Blighty. All tickets come with a free ticket and trains will be running to and from Perth Stadium Train Station all night long. Get in, lad!
What's On Sunday 1 March:
Clean Up Australia Day
Grab your gloves, your mates, and a couple of bin bags, because Sunday is Clean Up Australia Day. The many parks, beaches, rivers and streets of our sunny state need a little bit of TLC to stay as stunning as they are, and this is your chance to roll up your sleeves and unleash your inner bin bag-wielding superhero. Think of it as community karma with a side of cardio, leaving a massive impact that the plant’ll thank you for.
AFC Women’s Asian Cup Opener at Perth Stadium
Perth Stadium is about to explode with footy fever as the AFC Women’s Asian Cup kicks off right here in not-so-sleepy Perth. The Matildas face the Philippines in the tournament's blockbuster opening, but the action begins well before the first whistle. The Fan Zone at Stadium Park will be open early for games, interactive activations, and health hubs before an exclusive in-stadium performance by Kpop Demon Hunters star Audrey Nuna. This is one sporting showstopper you don’t want to miss.
Barrack Square Markets
Sunday mornings just got a major upgrade. Barrack Square Markets is back, turning the Bell Tower lawn into a riverside playground for brunch enthusiasts, wellness warriors and early birds. There’ll be feel-good fare coming out fresh from a bunch of food trucks, plus run clubs, yoga, Pilates, sound healing, meditation and more happening all morning. Stretch it out, find your zen or just flop on the grass in the sunshine with a croissant in one hand and a cappuccino in the other.
Lil’s 1st Birthday at Lil’s Rooftop Bar
Hip, hip, hooray—Lil’s is turning 1 and you’re on the guest list. Celebrate 12 months of mayhem and mischief on Murray Street, with a long, boozy lunch followed by the city’s hottest Sunday sesh, with $18 pizzas, $16 signature spritzes, $15 spiked gelato and live sax to keep the birthday party going all night long.
Hoedown & Hog Roast at Victoria Park Hotel
Yee haw, cowboys and cowgals, The Vic Park Hotel is saddling up for an epic Hoedown and Hog Roast this Sunday. Live country jams from the Honky Tonk Heroes starts at 3pm in the front bar, there’s a bucking bull to test your rodeo skills, an epic roast with all of the trimmings and enough wild-west energy to carry you straight through to the public holiday.
Oysters & Guinness Afternoons at Durty Nelly’s
Forget about oysters and champagne—this Sunday at Durty Nelly’s, it's all about oysters and $10 points of Guinness. From 2-5pm, oysters are being shucked to order, pints are pouring creamy as ever, and the craic will be constant, just as you’ve come to expect from one of Perth’s best Irish haunts. Get on down early and finish the week with stout and shellfish, just as Saint Patrick would have wanted.
Juice at The Arbor
Your long weekend just got a whole lot juicier. Juice drops in Freo this Sunday, with three different vibes across the Arbor’s three different levels. The Deck serves up club faves, disco and house; The Secret Cocktail Bar hits with RnB, hip hop and seriously juicy cocktails; and The Basement goes full Boiler Room 360° with new wave UKG, DnB and house. DM ‘JUICE’ @thearborfreo for Sunday VIP entry!
Rock the Island: JET & Little Birdy Live at Hotel Rottnest
'So 1, 2, 3, take my hand and come with me…' straight to Hotel Rottnest this long weekend, because JET are out here asking the big question: are you gonna be my girl?! Doors open at 11am, with Little Birdy bringing the heart-tugging hooks at 3.30pm and JET taking to the stage at 4.45pm. Loud choruses, sea-breeze singalongs and an island sunset? Doesn't get much better than that.
Sip and Sing at The Leedy Hotel
Lipstick on and larynx warmed up, ladies! The Leederville Hotel is handing the mic to the girls this Sunday for a long-weekend belter. But make no misteak—this is no ordinary karaoke. It's a full-tilt power-balled pilgrimage, with shameless singalongs stacked with 80s, 90s and 00s anthems. Get on down early and be ready to sing your heart out!
Perth Festival
As if we weren’t already spoiled with shows and sunshine in February! From February 6, Perth Festival will be back to its old tricks, turning the city into a four-week hub of music, art, dance, film, performance and culture. Expect ARIA-winning acts like Baker Boy and Sudan Archives at the East Perth Power Station, intimate jazz and cabaret at The Embassy, world-class cinema screenings under the pine trees at UWA Somerville, and much, much more all month long.
Lunar New Year
Red lanterns, dumplings galore and enough firecrackers to light up the sky… it can only mean one thing! Lunar New Year has landed in Perth, and it’s bringing all the colour, chaos, good luck and dancing dragons you can handle. From bustling night markets and cultural performances to secret foodie spots serving up festive specials, there’s plenty to see, taste and get excited about. Check out our full guide to celebrating the Lunar New Year below.
Toddlerfest at Scitech
If your smallest scientist has a brain that’s bigger than their body, beam them up to Scitech this month for Toddlerfest and let chaos, curiosity and creativity run wild. Happening every day of the week ‘til March 8, kids can build forts, squish slime, guide baby turtles to the sea, and blast off on a mini solar system adventure. Best bit of parents picking up the tab? Kids under 2 get in free. Not sure what the scientific term for a steal is, but this one’s it.
OMG! Festival (Thurs-Sun)
Lighting up Calista Oval for four nights of immersive arts, storytelling, Noongar culture and community magic, OMG! Festival is the glow-up Kwinana didn’t know it needed. Think giant light installations, roaming performers causing mischief, food trucks aplenty and a larger-than-life flying falcon puppet swooping around all weekend. It’s colourful, a little chaotic and completely unmissable.
Levels [Vol 4] at Stories (Fri & Sat)
Levels has landed at Stories, witht two days, three levels and zero excuses to take it easy this weekend. Kick things off each night with LVL 2 from 6PM, spinning Golden Era RnB bangers from the 90s and 00s, then dive into LVL 3 from 10PM for Boiler Room-style 1-hour takeovers dropping house, techno and UKG beats. Entry is free all weekend, and if you’re chasing that VIP flex on Sunday, DM ‘VIP’ to @storiesrooftop.
Hyde Park Festival (Sun + Mon)
Clear your calendar and fluff up your picnic rug—Hyde Park is throwing a two-day, long-weekend lawn party and everyone’s invited. Expect market mayhem (the good kind), food trucks slinging WA’s finest, live tunes and dance crews on repeat, plus rides, roaming performers and a treasure hunt. It’s free to roam, heavy on the shady-tree hangs, and every bite, browse and bumper car moment helps raise funds for Little Things for Tiny Tots, so you can snack, shop and soak it up for a solid cause.
TMC Fine Jewellers Pop Up at COMO The Treasury
Perth, it’s time to put a ring on it… or at least flirt with a few. Brissy’s beloved TMC Fine Jewellers is back on the west coast for a three-day pop-up at COMO The Treasury, offering a no-pressure fizz-fuelled experience for anyone chasing some sparkle. Whether you’re hunting for the perfect engagement ring, wedding band or just some new ethically crafted bling to jazz up your hand, a dedicated consultant will guide you through bespoke designs while you sip champagne. Shopping for diamonds has never been so enjoyable.
Coming Up...
Taste Great Southern 2026
Buckle up, food lovers, this is not your average food and wine festival. Set against the region’s breathtaking coastlines, ancient forests and rolling vineyards, Taste Great Southern 2026 is just around the corner, bringing a buffet of bold flavours, world-class wines and intimate chef collabs to the table. All that’s left to do is prepare for a tastebud-tingling getaway.
Think high-end canapés paired with sparkling and sweeping Southern Ocean views, guided hikes through the Porongurup Range followed by a gourmet lunch, or a self-paced hop-on, hop-off wine adventure through Denmark’s iconic vineyards. However you design it, this is a choose-your-own culinary escape that rewards curiosity and appetite in equal measure, and you're going to want in.
THE DETAILS:
When: March 2026 (dates vary by event)
Where: Various locations across Western Australia’s Great Southern region
Find out more info here.
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