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 18 September:
Elsewhere Social Club at Besk
Sick of swiping and small talk that goes nowhere? There’s a new social club brewing inside Besk called Elsewhere Social Club, and they’re ditching the apps for IRL connections this Thursday. For $25, you’ll be welcomed with a drink on arrival, while DJ Genga spins the kind of classic pop party tunes that gets everyone vibing. Elsewhere Social Club is basically your one stop for drinks, new friends and good energy where everyone is open for a chat.
Disaronno Dinner Vol. II at The Leederville Precinct
Amaretto Sour is having its 500th birthday, (yes, five hundred!) and you can celebrate with a swig of Italy's most iconic liquor, as The Leederville Precinct throws a four-course feast in its honour. The menu is inspired by autumnal flavours, each paired with a Disaronnon cocktail tasting led by Nat Salerno, and a line-up of perfectly paired liquors: including the OG Amaretto Sour. Bellissimo!
What's On Friday 19 September:
Heels Class Plus Korean BBQ by Girls That Do
Move over boring gym classes! Girls That Do is a women’s social group, and they’re partnering with Exotica Dance Co to combine a signature FloorPlay heels workshop with Korean BBQ. That’s my kinda workout! If you’ve never been to a heels class before, they’re all about confidence, fun, and moving your body in new ways, and everyone’s super supportive no matter your level. Afterwards, the gal group heads straight to GOGI Korean BBQ to refuel your body with sizzling plates.
K-Pop Demon Hunters Party at Decadance
Got a little one obsessed with the new Kpop Demon Hunters taking over Netflix? Decadence in Jopondalup is throwing a K-pop disco for 5–12 year olds this Friday, complete with neon lights, glitter, dance-offs and all the bangers they're listening to on repeat. Tickets are $20 and spots are limited, so round up the mini idols and get booking, (and boogying.)
Dead Man Walking Opera Inside Fremantle Prison
Opera but make it…terrifying. Freeze Frame Opera is staging Dead Man Walking inside the haunting walls of Fremantle Prison this Friday Night for a live music show that’s bound to give you the chills. Based on Sister Helen Prejean’s true story, it follows the complex bond between a death row inmate and his spiritual advisor. The music will be heavy, powerful, and rework everything you know about a classic opera show.
What's On Saturday 20 September:
Urban Beekeeping Class At Perth City Farm
Buzzing over the weekend is the latest workshop out of Perth City Farm. Dean from Dean’s Bees is hosting a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn everything from smoking the hive and spotting the queen bee. Starting in the classroom, you’ll learn all the bee basics about species, methods and tools, before suiting up and heading outside to the City Farm hives. Yes, you’ll harvest honeycomb, taste it fresh, and even package it up yourself. Sweet plans, literally!
Final Screening of Unapologetic At The Backlot Theatre
Perth’s film scene is always rolling out the next bets on box office hits, and Unapologetic is no exception. It tells the story of Dr. Micheal Zencos, who conducts home visits with some…unusual patients. Streaming at The Backlot Theatre, this is your last chance to catch the feature film by Pete Renzullo, before it heads around the world to be a part of the international festival circuit. If you want some serious bragging rights about being an OG fan of this film, grab a ticket online before they’re gone.
Cognac & Cocoa at Samuels On Mill
A Hennessy and Koko Black collab is the luxe spirit and chocolate pairing of dreams. Saturday night plans? Sorted. Samuels On Mill is teaming up with for this guided tasting featuring five decadent pairings of smooth cognac and artisan chocolate. It wraps up with tiramisu and a VSOP Old Fashioned, which feels like the only correct way to end the evening!
Kids On Campus At Curtin University
Don’t mistake Kids On Campus for letting your little ones have a taste of deadlines and cramming–it's actually a chance to explore an eco world full of sidequests. Kids on Campus returns with an eco-adventure under the pines, with puppet shows, nature treasure hunts, mud kitchens, and even a bike play course. Dirtgirl will also be making an appearance to spread some eco-friendly fun. With eight food trucks on site and activities for every age to fuel up on, it’s an easy all-day outing for the family.
Festival Of Writing At Curtin University
The Festival of Writing at Curtin University is your guide to create your next novel or learn publishing from pros. There’s a lineup of amazing Australian authors–Natasha Lester, Kim Scott, David Whish-Wilson, and Renee Pettitt-Schipp—that can teach you everything from writing true crime stories to fantasy, drama and features (or maybe even how to write about the best things to do in Perth this weekend)
What's On Sunday 20 September:
South American Wine Luncheon at Wine Merchant
Wine Merchant does luncheons the right way. Your tastebuds’ next stop? South America. Inside the state buildings, they’re cooking up char-grilled meats, zesty ceviche with a whole lot of lime, and three courses of these bold meals are matched with equally punchy, energetic wines. It’s basically three hours of flavour escapism for $165pp. Bookings are essential.
Chess Club x (Not)Random Magazines at Lawson Flats
Checkmate your weekend boredom, while Lawson Flats is hosting a social chess session alongside mag curators (Not)Random. The elusive social club, Lawson Flats, is the King amongst Perth’s most social elites. You can get in on the fun this Saturday, as they open up for an afternoon of social chess. There’s social games, a pop-up shop, and stacks of glossy mags to flick through with a Negroni in hand while Portia Rose soundtracks your arvo with experimental soundscapes. BYO board if you’re serious about the hustle and make sure to RSVP.
Bánh mì Eating Contest At Swan Settlers Market
A Bánh mì eating competition sounds just as hilarious as it does delicious. Ten contestants, two rounds, and a whole lot of pork and chilli, this bánh mì eating comp by Swan Settlers market has got 10 contestants lined up to battle through crispy bread to come out as a champion. Free entry, free sandwiches, and bragging rights if you can down a baguette faster than anyone else.
Wizard of Oz by Candlelight
Follow the yellow brick road straight to Fremantle Town Hall this Saturday, where thousands of candles will transform the space for a classical concert of Wizard of Oz favourites. The Wizard of Oz screening at Vegas’ The Globe has given me serious FOMO about immersive screening experiences, but this classical concert is a taste of immersion beyond the witch’s wardrobe. Held inside the City of Freo Town Hall, the beautifully high ceilings mean the acoustics of the orchestra echo are bound to beautifully echo through the walls.
Mugs and Mimosas At Happy Club Collective In Fremantle
Forget the coffee X hot girl walk catch ups, this is the cutest midday mug sesh to bring your bestie to. Right in the middle of Subiaco, Happy Club Collective has got a chill social pottery workshop where you can make your own mug, meet new girlfriends and sip on mimosas. It’s a step up from a paint and sip, and you literally leave with something you actually can sip out of!
Sunday Sesh At Si Paradiso With TRYBE
Sunday’s forecast is expecting sunny clear skies, with temps of 25 degrees, and a 100% chance of Si Paradiso’s Sunday Seshos bringing the summer energy. Mount Lawley’s fav courtyard has partnered with TRYBE, who bring some of the most vibey house, afro, and funk DJ’s to the decks! Throw in $2 oysters, $40 prosecco, and gelato-laced cocktails, and you’ve got yourself the perfect arvo sesh.
Catch The WAFL Grand Final At Optus Stadium
The next bets of AFL greats can be found at the WAFL, and the final match to glory happens this Sunday. The Grand Final between South Fremantle and East Perth has the first bounce at 3:20pm, but you can catch the Coults game just before midday. Beyond the footy, bounce your way through the Monsterball inflatable obstacle course or have a crack at the Play AFL Zone and Handball Target challenge. If you’re not so athletically inclined, grab a drink at the bar, or help with the recycling activities to win some prizes for a family-fun day out.
Take Your Pooch To The Pup Up Market
Market season is fully coming into swing as Perth heats up, and your dog deserves a market day, too. The Pup Up Markets out in Wandi are setting up a day of dog friendly stalls, tasty treats for dogs and their owners, live music, brekkie bites and coffee flowing. Dressing up your furry friend in their best market fit is encouraged, so they can meet some new four legged besties feeling their best!
Perth Celebrates Mid-Autumn Festival
Lanterns, lion dancing, mooncakes and street eats galore—the Mid-Autumn Festival is lighting up both Langley Park and Subi this weekend. It's the Traditional East Asian Harvest Festival, that honours the full moon. It’s a time for family reunions, and celebrating the harvest.
At Langley Park, The Moon Festival Market lights up from 11.00am, where you can enjoy live music, lantern-making, calligraphy, and shadow puppet making. It wouldn’t be a market without stalls, and they’re all firing up delicious Asian street food delicacies.
In Subiaco, it’s all about the harvest. Hosted by MCQ in collaboration with Food Hub Central, this free event’s cooking up Indonesia satay, Pad Thai, gyoza, bao buns, Taiwanese hotcakes, Mongolian BBQ and all the mooncakes you need. Face painting, balloon art and lantern making is all free, to encourage the full moon celebration values of community and family coming together.
Perth Afternoon With Heartbreak High's Chloe Hayden & Autism Professional Sarah Hayden
Heartbreak High’s Chloé Hayden and her mum Sarah Hayden, a social worker and autism professional, are in Perth for the first time, hosting a three-hour seminar on autism, inclusivity and community. It’s a thoughtful ASD Support information sesh where you can expect heartfelt stories, lived experience, and practical insights on creating a more supportive community for neurodivergent people. There’ll be time for a Q&A at the end, plus the chance to shop Chloé’s merch (yes, that includes her signature tees and accessories). Kids are welcome, and the space has been designed to be as low-sensory as possible, so everyone feels included.
All Weekend:
Tarmac West Car Festival
Motorsport fans, buckle up, because Tarmac West is back for its 21st year. Across four days you’ll catch everything from the ceremonial kick-off at Forrest Place to the high-octane sprints through Toodyay, Kalamunda, Bullsbrook and beyond. Wrap it all up at the Celebration of Motorsports at Langley Park on Sunday and rev heads are in for a treat!
Regen Food Conference
This September, Perth flips the script on food with a week-long dive into all things soil, flavour, and sustainability. The Regen Food Conference brings together chefs, farmers, and changemakers (including SBS’s ‘Gourmet Farmer’ Matthew Evans) to show how the way we grow our food shapes our bites. The program is sprouting with events:
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A farm-to-table feast at The Camfield | September 17
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The WA premiere of Roots So Deep with filmmaker Peter Byck | September 18
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A full-scale conference at Optus Stadium with 26 speakers, and the Grounded Festival out at Galloway Springs Farm | September 19 - 20
Workshops, long tables, live music and wine among the paddocks, The Regen Food Conference is literally food for thought.
Polish Film Festival
Perth’s Polish Film Festival is rolling across the city until late October, with comedies, dramas, documentaries and plenty of Aussie premieres. Before each screening, you’re treated to Polish delicacies and a complimentary bev. All the films are rolling from the 14th September through to the 26th September, but this weekend’s must-see has to be Bloody Trophy - a gripping doco uncovering the dark world of illegal wildlife trade.
King’s Park 60th Anniversary
The State Buildings are beautiful as they standalone, but to mark the 60th anniversary of King’s Park, beautiful blooms are cascading into Postal Hall. From Friday, a 10 day exhibit showcases all the best botanicals to come out of King’s Park soil. Pop in any day from 6am to 10pm to ogle the displays, or take celebration to the next level, with a staycation at Perth’s most expensive hotel, COMO The Treasury. Their special overnight stay package includes welcome drinks, refreshments, breakfast at Post, valet parking and to mark the Diamond Jubilee, a signature White Diamond cocktail featuring chamomile, quandong maraschino, peach, gin, orange, and jasmine.
Fox & Rabbit are also running a luxe native vase arrangement workshop this Sunday as part of the King’s Park botanical celebrations. For $250pp, you’ll learn the skills to craft your own centrepiece using premium Aussie botanicals, while picking up insider florist tips on selection, conditioning and care (translation: how to stop your stems from dying in three days). You’ll leave with your own gorgeous arrangement and the know-how to recreate it at home.
Perth Boat Show & Expo
Does being out on the water float your boat? Perth Boat Show is the classic weekender showcase if you’re on the hunt for jet skis, fishing rigs, or even luxury yachts, for those with deeper pockets. Browse cutting-edge marine tech, check out the latest gear and maybe even test the waters if you’re game. Whether you’re already a seasoned boater, or like the idea of cruising around Rotto in style, this is your one-stop shop for all things aquatic.
Blossom Festival
Spring has sprung, and honestly, I’m just copping all the antihistamines I need to get a chance to visit the beautiful flower festivals around Perth. The Blossom Festival is your springtime fix with thousands of fruit trees in flower, tractor and teacup rides, plus a ferris wheel! At just $12 for adults and $6 for kids, it’s a cheap and cheerful way to soak up the season. Bring a picnic rug and make a day of it under the blossoms.
The Enchanted Garden Creative Festival
As the flowers bloom, so does the potential for some new home decor. Over at Raine Square, The Enchanted Garden is a weekender creative festival serving serious spring DIY inspo. Free art supplies, colouring sheets and canvases are plaid out all week. If you swing by on Saturday, the program steps it up with a full day of drop-in workshops, paired with delish platters with local produce. Pot your own plants, have a crack at a poetry workshop, or make some paper flowers, if you can’t be trusted to keep real ones alive.
Margaret River’s Emergence Creative Collision
Creative industry heavyweights, like Eskimo Joe’s Kav Temperley are heading to Margs this weekend for two days of creative workshops, networking and out-of-the-box thinking. It’s tech-spo meets art and innovation, colliding into an inspiring function alongside creative and tech leaders from across the country. You’ll leave equipped with the skills to make your next typical start-ups and workplace projects even more creative.
Pre-Loved Market Returns To FOMO Freo
Sunday September 21
Vintage fiends, get down to FOMO Freo next Sunday for the return of the Pre-Loved Market. Streetwear and retro gem stalls line the venue, with DJ’s pumping loud open air sets, and once you’re about to drop from the shop, there’s a bunch of smokey, spicy Southeast Asian street eats to chow down on. Best bit? Entry is free and public transport to Freo is also free all day on Sunday, so you can save your cash for the real treasures.
AFL Grand Final
Saturday 17 September
We’re down to the last few teams, as the AFL Grand Final creeps just around the corner. Whether you’re barracking for Geelong, Brisbane, Collingwood or Hawthorn, it’s a chance to get on the beers and celebrate this national (unofficial) holiday.
If you’re keen on getting off the couch, Perth’s pubs will be buzzing for the final, and we’ve got a list of the best places to catch the game amongst a cracking atmosphere here.
Joe’s Juice Turns 10 With Their 'Annual Pissup' Party
Saturday 27 September
Joe’s Juice Joint is officially hitting double digits, and if you’ve ever found yourself on the basement dancefloor at 2am, you know this one’s going to be chaotic in the best way. The crew are marking the milestone with their ‘Annual Pissup’: $9 Coors and house spirits from 7–10pm, $40 Tequilaquariums fish bowls for the brave, and live sets from Ellen May and Twinbloom to layer your night up with some loud sounds. Entry’s free, doors open at 7pm, and yes, crispy fried chicken baskets and Elvis pinball machine will be waiting for you.
Catch The Showdown As UFC Fight Night Hits Up RAC Arena
Sunday 28 September
Fight fans, the Octagon is returning to Perth on Sunday 28 September and the hype is real. UFC Fight Night sees New Zealand powerhouse Carlos “Black Jag” Ulberg take on America’s Dominick “The Devastator” Reyes in what’s set to be a seriously explosive showdown. Beyond the main event the arena will be buzzing with back-to-back bouts. Can’t snag tickets? Johnny Fox’s has you sorted, streaming the action live and loud across four massive screens with $20 jugs and stacked sharing plates to fuel the crew. Whether you’re cage-side or pub-side, it’s a night you won’t want to miss.
Evan & Tate’s Margaret River Wine Sale
Saturday 27 September - Sunday 28 September
Scratch your calendars, wine lovers. Evans & Tate’s cellar door sale is back for two days only, Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 September, in the heart of Margaret River. This is your golden chance to get exclusive prices on their award-winning range, plus rare museum releases and limited wine bottles you won’t see decanted again. If that’s not enough to tempt you, the whole event is set against the rolling vineyards of Wilyabrup, making it the perfect excuse for a weekend down south. Stock the cellar, sip on something new, and soak up the best of Margs while you’re at it.
Gather & Gourmet At The Supreme Court Markets
Saturday November 8
Your gathering instinct will definitely peak at Gather & Gourmet, as it returns on November 8. With over 65 stallholders, this market in the picturesque Supreme Court Gardens brings food, drink, and home styling all in one place. There’s heaps of premium produce, small-batch treats, and plenty of beautifully curated homewares to browse through. It’s a one-stop shop for stocking the pantry and picking up a few bits to make your home feel fresh for spring!
Hilltop Hoods at RAC
Saturday 21 March
Australian hip-hop legends Hilltop Hoods are gearing up to bring their signature energy back to the stage with the Never Coming Home tour, hitting six major arenas across the country early next year. The Hoods will be dropping fresh tracks from their upcoming album Fall From the Light (out in August), alongside all the classic anthems fans love. It's their first full national run since 2022, and they’re bringing a next-level live show that you won't want to miss.
Jimmy Carr at RAC
Tuesday 21 April - Wednesday 22 April
If you’re a fan of razor-sharp, quick-fire one-liners with a dark twist, Jimmy Carr’s latest tour is your ticker to a night of unfiltered laughs. His new show, Laughs Funny, delivers all the edgy, cheeky comedy you expect (if you like your jokes bold and biting, this one's for you). Get ready to have your funny bone well and truly tested.
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