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 22 May
Blak Dingo Club at City of Melville Main Hall
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As part of a month-long collab with National Reconciliation Week, the City of Melville and Blak Dingo Club invite you to come along and enjoy a festival of film on the big screen with a series of movie nights this May and June. Blak Dingo Club, founded by artist Ilona McGuire, offers opportunities for community connection centred in truth-telling and reconciliation. It makes space for joy, celebration and pride of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories. Book your free tickets here, bring some friends and snacks or enjoy the supplied popcorn and hot drinks.
BOONJI Unveiling
Internationally acclaimed contemporary artist Brendan Murphy is making a lasting mark on Perth’s cultural landscape with his iconic, larger than life BOONJI spaceman installation. Stirling Garden’s is set to be the location of the 7 metre sculpture, where it will stand for 12 months in alignment with a solo exhibition open to the public 23 May for 8 weeks. Witness the unveiling this Thursday at 9.30am in the Stirling Gardens. More details here.
National Chardonnay Day
Hooray hooray, it’s almost Chardonnay Day. We're not known to turn down a glass, or two, of buttery chardy, so you can guarantee we'll be ordering a large pour from one of our favourite Perth bars to celebrate. Looking for some suggestions?
- Enjoy beach front views with your chardonnay at Cottesloe Beach Hotel.
- If French is your fancy, sip on a glass at Med-inspired Intuition Wine & Kitchen in Subiaco.
- Break bread with your besties over Medi-Eastern mezze at Servo (plus, hit up the precinct's nearby wine shop, Grand Cru, to continue the celebrations at home.
- It's chardy and spice and all things nice at Shui, where inhouse sommelier Caitlin Tormay can help you pair some buttery vino with the kitchen's punchy flavours.
- Break with tradition at TOMA by forsaking the reds for a chardonnay with some top notch steak.
- Keep it cosy with neighbourhood wine gurus Vincent Wine, where you can get four premium chardys by the glass. Run don't walk.
Need even more? We've collated all of Perth's best wine bars for your drinking pleasure.
What's On Friday 23 May
What's On Saturday 24 May
Matcha Party at Preston's Deli
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It's matcha maddness at Preston's Deli this Saturday, with collabs galore guaranteeing an epic afternoon. Here's what we know. The team behind Breakfast Club Beats will be transforming the cafe into a boiler room style party - think live and loud beats. The Preston's Deli team will be whisking clean caffeince by way of Maison Maizen matcha, plus they'll be slinging a little mochi cookie special in collab with Pico Chew Cookies. Flavours include hojicha cornflake, matcha strawberry, and double matcha. It's matcha muchness, and we'll definitely be stopping by for a Saturday afternoon boost.
Not familiar with Preston's? Get better acquainted here.
Wine Series Luncheon The Alps Edition at Wine Merchant
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Take a trip to the soaring peaks and picturesque valleys of the Alps with Wine Merchant’s third edition of their Luncheon: The Alps Luncheon. Enjoy whites and reds that pay tribute to Alpine terroir, while indulging in a three-course menu that pairs beautifully. For this edition you can expect buttery cheeses, salty pork and potato gratin. Limited spots available so secure your seat at the table here.
Chandon Blooms and Bubbles at The Elford
The Elford is collaborating with Chandon ambassador and florist Tanya Hendy to bring an unforgettable workshop with florals and fizz on the balcony. The hands-on workshop is perfect for a girl’s day out, where you can enjoy a glass of spritz on arrival before diving into a bouquet making session. Sip on bottomless rose, nibble on the delicious grazing board and learn the fundamentals of floral design before taking home your very own wrapped arrangement. Sessions are selling quickly, secure your spot here now.
What's On Sunday 25 May
HBF Run For A Reason
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Don’t fret, there’s a reason everyone you know is into running at the moment. HBF Run For A Reason is upon us once again, taking over the city this Sunday. There are three tracks to choose from, with varying lengths depending on what you prefer. Spots are filling up quickly, so click here for your last chance to sign up. Donations are open here until 30 June, with a whopping $1.35 million dollars raised so far this year! If you are free, we highly recommend heading down and supporting the runners and walkers. It’s a great day out, and the perfect excuse to head down and enjoy the good vibes.
Oyster Club Unlimited at Servo
Calling all oyster lovers, Servo is upgrading their Sunday sesh! Enjoy 120 minutes of unlimited oysters, gourmet grazing plates and free-flowing cocktails accompanied by fresh tunes from the DJs. There are three tiers you can choose from ($120, $150 and $90) depending on what alcohol you prefer with a no alcohol option as well. Running once a month, sessions book out quickly. Secure your spot here!
Dark Days Winter Drinks Festival at Freo Social
Spice up the cold winter days by joining Otherside Brewing Co at the 2025 Dark Days festival. Round up your mates for an afternoon that promises plenty of drinks, live entertainment and good vibes. Relax and enjoy the most celebrated brews in the history of Otherside, including Sabbath Pastry Stout ‘23, ‘24, Super Sabbath Pastry Stout ‘24, Super Maple Russian Imperial Stout ‘21 and the debut of 2025’s Super Sabbath and Lil’ Sabbath. There will also be special releases to enjoy from Artisan Brewing, Evil Mega Corp, Nail Brewing and many more. Book your tix here and spend your day indulging in these delectable bevvies as you taste pours from each vendor and enjoy some banging live music.
All Weekend
PulseFest Weekend
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PulseFest Weekend is a youth-focused event that celebrates WA’s emerging artists and creatives. Saturday starts with Artist Talks, where you get to meet this year’s exhibition’s visual artists in person, ask questions and listen as they chat about their future aspirations. Then, spend your Saturday night witnessing the Pulse Emerging Fashion Show presenting the vision, creativity and raw talent of 33 emerging designers and the finest graduating students across the state. Book your tix here. Sunday brings the Second Life Markets on the AGWA Rooftop, a day filled with designer fashion and unique finds. Explore the curated selection of vintage, rare clothing and one-of-a-kind pieces from Perth collectors.
Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out at Regal Theatre
Alert the kids, Peppa Pig is back at her new show Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out. Join Peppa, her family and her friends as they go to the zoo and beach for a special party. Packed full of songs and dancing, this is a fun family show not to be missed. There are shows playing Friday to Sunday this week. Book your tix here.
Coming Up
Shui Goes Vegan
Tuesday 27 May
Calling all vegans, Shui is back with another incredible night of delicious vegan flavours and dishes. For $86pp, join Shui owner and executive chef Leigh Power as he takes you through his tantalising menu that will take your taste buds on an adventure of the salty, sweet, sour, spicy and delicious. Book your seat at the table here.
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