Step outside of the everyday and into a dreamscape of events in Western Australia.


Whether it’s unmissable global blockbusters, unforgettable moments shared with the world’s oldest living culture, or culinary experiences in otherworldly locations – there are wondrous events happening all year round. And with endless pristine beaches and boundless adventures, there is always something to do in Western Australia, no matter when you visit.

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Let the good times roll; they’re riding into town! The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best cycling short films from around the world together for you! Cycle through 2.5 hours of thrilling and moving bike-related films that has everything a cycle-centric audience could want - action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration; the evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised for the two-wheel devotee! Their stellar line-up includes a mesmerizing mountain bike adventure in Guatemala and Peru, heart-warming takes of local communities, how the simple joy of riding bikes can make a big impact, a passionate and quirky Australian cyclist advocating to “Ride your bike, don’t just romance the idea. Ride!”, an ambitious ride that will push a father and daughter to their physical and emotional limits, a fast-paced, fun, and feminist bike race film, and inspiring journeys through colourful landscapes, all in the mix!
Kings ParkEvent

EverNow

EverNow
Light up your senses, reconnect with Country and rediscover nature in Kambarang, the Noongar season of birth and renewal with EverNow 2024. Over an extended weekend explore three free special events that reflect Western Australia's unique environment, grounded in Noongar knowledge. Proudly supported by the Western Australian State Government through Tourism Western Australia, produced by Perth Festival Special Projects.

Free

03 Oct 2024 - 07 Oct 2024

Free

03 Oct 2024 - 07 Oct 2024

Bring the whole family to this free, immersive Noongar celebration. Song Circle has found a new home in Burswood Park. The stunning Noongar performance that wowed audiences at EverNow last year is back. Be surrounded by music, dance and light as singers and instrumentalists perform contemporary songs in Noongar language. See dancers respond to the music on a ring of sand surrounding the stage – all reflecting on creatures and Country from Boorloo / Perth through to the Great Southern. Theatrically brought to life by lauded director Kylie Bracknell (Hecate, Fist of Fury Noongar Daa and Little J and Big Cuz), Noongar song-maker Maatakitj and a cast of musicians, singers and dancers, Song Circle invites you to be inspired and delight in this joyful celebration of Noongar culture and heritage. Song Circle is one of three free events that form part of EverNow 2024. Proudly supported by the Western Australian State Government through Tourism Western Australia, produced by Perth Festival Special Projects.

Free

03 Oct 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Free

03 Oct 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Our precious living world transformed through a dazzling display of light, fire and live performance. Over four nights international sky theatre masters Groupe F light up Burswood Park with a new immersive experience created with leading Noongar artists, especially for EverNow 2024. Be inspired by the beauty and wonder of From the Light Flow: Bena Koorliny (light travelling) as nature glows and flourishes in a series of dazzling towers of light, larger-than-life illuminations, flame and epic performance on the banks of the Derbarl Yerrigan. Celebrate the biodiversity of this place and the precious harmony of our natural world with this hypnotising light and sound spectacle. Known for its extraordinary productions of sky theatre and explosive light shows, Groupe F is a creative company like no other. After recently transforming the Paris night sky for Bastille Day, these French masters of light and fire are creating an Australian exclusive. They have worked closely with one of Australia’s leading Aboriginal performers and musicians, Dr Richard Walley OAM alongside Noongar storyteller and artist Alton Walley to bring their latest monumental outdoor public performance to Perth. From the Light Flow: Bena Koorliny is one of three free events that form part of EverNow 2024. Proudly supported by the Western Australian State Government through Tourism Western Australia, produced by Perth Festival Special Projects.

Free

03 Oct 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Free

03 Oct 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Are you a certified scuba divers looking for a relaxed and fun day out? Join them for a great day of diving to beautiful Rottnest Island. Enjoy stunning landscapes with swim-throughs and plenty of fish life in a relaxed atmosphere. Moonshine is a private and quality charter with a hot shower and bathroom on board, and plenty of spaces. There will only be six divers and the crew for a casual and personal experience. They will provide a warm lunch, plenty of snacks and an enjoyable and relaxing day.

$165 - $225

08 Aug 2021 - 14 Feb 2026

$165 - $225

08 Aug 2021 - 14 Feb 2026

Passions run high as former spouses feud onstage and off during a musical staging of Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew. In the battle of the sexes will true love triumph before it’s too late? G&S WA is excited to present multi-award-winning musical Kiss Me, Kate – the sophisticated, romantic and hilarious comedy classic showcasing a dazzling Cole Porter score with a brilliant book from Sam and Bella Spewack. Egotistical leading man, director, and producer Fred Graham is reunited with his ex-wife, Lilli Vanessi, when the two are brought together to star opposite each other as Petruchio and Katherine in a new adaptation of The Taming of the Shrew. While their barbed and battling relationship puts the entire company on edge, the show’s supporting actress, Lois, finds out that her gambling actor boyfriend, Bill, has racked up an enormous debt and is hiding out at the theatre to evade the collection by local mobsters. Featuring songs such “So In Love” “Wunderbar” “Tom, Dick or Harry” “Too Darn Hot” “Brush Up Your Shakespeare” and “Another Op’nin, Another Show”, don’t miss the delightfully delicious behind-the-scenes high jinks of this irresistible Broadway masterpiece.

$22.00 - $65.00

02 Oct 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

$22.00 - $65.00

02 Oct 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

During the October school holidays kids are invited to go exploring in the Claremont Town Centre as they seek out some special dinosaur clues! Visit the Town Square on St Quentin Avenue to collect a Jurassic passport, then go hunting and collect your stickers and clues from eight destinations. Complete the mystery word to go into the draw to win one of four great prize packs! Kids will enjoy all the fun and activities planned including dino crafts, a dino-themed nature play area, face-painting, interactive reptile display plus a stilt-walker and entertainers. There'll also be some special 'roarsome' deals on offer from Town Centre retailers!

Free

02 Oct 2024 - 03 Oct 2024

Free

02 Oct 2024 - 03 Oct 2024

Held over seven days, the 2024 Hockey Australia U14 Championship will see approximately 400 of Australia’s best up-and-coming hockey players aged 14 and under in girls and boys competitions. In a truly representative national championship, every state and territory from across Australia will be represented across the 24 teams.

Free

29 Sep 2024 - 05 Oct 2024

Free

29 Sep 2024 - 05 Oct 2024

The AFL Masters National Carnival for women and men over 35 features teams from all states competing for national titles. The week-long competition is played in five-year age group increments at South Fremantle Oval, East Fremantle Oval, Gil Fraser Reserve, Tom Perrott Reserve, and Fremantle Park.

Free

28 Sep 2024 - 05 Oct 2024

Free

28 Sep 2024 - 05 Oct 2024

Fremantle will host the 41st AFL Masters National Carnival - the first time the region has hosted the National Carnival. The AFL Masters National Carnival is the largest mass participation football event in Australia with an estimated 70 teams across all eight Australian States and Territories spreads across three age divisions for Women (over 35s, over 40s and over 45s) and seven age divisions for Men (from 35s to over 65s). Over 1500 players are expected to descend on Fremantle to vie for the title of becoming AFL Masters National Champions. The Local Fremantle Organising Committee have put together a tremendous calendar of off-field events for participants during the week including a high tea, the annual Golf Classic, day trips around the region, the prestigious Hall of Fame event and a fun-filled event on "Super Tuesday" for "kids" of all ages and sizes. The AFL Masters National Carnival starts with opening Meet and Greet events for each participating State and Territory on AFL Grand Final Day and concludes with a Gala Night at Optus Stadium where Carnival winners and All-Australians are feted. Matches throughout the week are being played at various grounds surrounding Fremantle including Fremantle Oval, East Fremantle Oval, Fremantle Park, Tom Perrot Reserve and Gilbert Fraser Reserve.

27 Sep 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

27 Sep 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

The Old Courthouse Complex is proud to present The Seafarer’s Canvas, a powerful new mixed art exhibition displaying maritime-inspired works by 20 artists in the Bond Store Gallery. The Seafarer’s Canvas captures the indomitable spirit of those who embark on maritime adventures through an array of artistic interpretations, including paintings, printmaking, textile art and ceramics. Art enthusiasts are invited to delve into captivating oceanic works on display, from tranquil coastal vistas to dramatic forces of the sea. Each piece reflects a unique aspect of the maritime experience, capturing the beauty, mystery, and peril of seafaring life. Timed to coincide with International Maritime Day on 26 September, The Seafarer’s Canvas will open alongside a fascinating new heritage exhibition about the infamous S.S. Georgette shipwreck that occurred in nearby waters almost 150 years ago. Forgotten Voyages - Rediscovering the S.S. Georgette recounts the harrowing final voyage of a steamer sail ship along the south coast of Western Australia in 1876. Free to experience, history buffs can take a deep dive into accounts of heroism, heartbreak and the series of events and errors that resulted in the tragic loss of 12 souls at sea. Celebrate the essence of those who have ventured across the sea in this enthralling fusion of art and history at the Old Courthouse Complex.

Free

26 Sep 2024 - 22 Oct 2024

Free

26 Sep 2024 - 22 Oct 2024

The Bloom Festival provides an opportunity for communities to work together and celebrate ‘everything that blooms’ in the region. Each year, passionate people from rural and regional townships across eight shires collaborate on a festival like no other, ensuring a trip to the Great Southern takes pride of place on the Australian travel calendar each spring. Events and activities include arts, crafts, displays, exhibitions, fauna and flora-themed activities, creative workshops, food events, markets, Noongar cultural events, open gardens, wine and dine events, family fun days, movie nights, live music, heritage trails, guided flower walks, tours and hikes including through the Stirling and Porongurup Ranges. The Festival spans from Kojonup, out to Pingrup, down to Bremer Bay, across to the Porongurup and Frankland Rivers, taking in major centres such as Katanning, the Stirling Range and Fitzgerald River National Parks and everything in between. Make sure you put this wildflower wonder on your itinerary to explore all the blooming best of the Great Southern Treasures in Western Australia. The 2024 Great Southern Treasures Bloom Festival is presented by WCP Civil and supported by the State Government through Tourism Western Australia, Royalties for Regions and the following partners: Australia's South West, Rio Tinto, Road Safety Commission, Great Southern Development Commission, Clever Octopus, and CBH Group.

21 Sep 2024 - 20 Oct 2024

21 Sep 2024 - 20 Oct 2024

Spanning over 35 000 square kilometres, the Southern Art and Craft Trail is the largest of its kind in Western Australia showcasing the creative works of over 600 artists, and 400 plus students in over 70 venues encompassing galleries, home studios, cafes, Auction rooms, town halls and school displays. Regional artists exhibit artworks ranging from painting, sculpture, textiles, ceramics, printmaking, photography, woodwork, jewellery, glass art, sculpture and more. Audiences can view artwork in studios and meet the artist, adding a multi-layered experience to viewing and experiencing art. Hands-on workshops are held in various locations. Galleries, museums, wineries, cafes, shops and unused spaces become venues offering both a unique cultural experience and economic spin-off for local businesses. Artists collaborate to create pop-up galleries in vacant shops and tourist destinations including visitor centres in Denmark, Mt Barker and Albany. Art Centres and Open Home Studios in many regional areas embrace the trail including Lake Grace, Manjimup and Dumbleyung. This year marks the 21st anniversary of the trail. Participate in hands-on workshops, and meet artists as they create during demonstrations.

Free

21 Sep 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Free

21 Sep 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Spirit of the Landscape Art Exhibition, presented by not-for-profit Plein Air Down Under, celebrates the vast landscapes of rural, regional and remote Australia, through the eyes of exhibiting artists. In telling these stories, artists may choose to reference place, the people of remote communities, the topography of the landscape or the challenges of living and working in remote Australia. This carefully curated selection of award-winning artists will ensure a high standard of work while acknowledging their continued involvement and support of the Plein Air Down Under Outdoor Painting Festival. Presenting the Spirit of the Landscape 2024 Exhibiting Artists are Lori Putnam (USA), Tony Robinson (Ireland), Matt Ryder (UAE), Leon Holmes, Andy Dolphin, Gordon Alexander, Andy Conlin, Leanne Pearson, Susan Penfold, Tiffany Forster, Jos Coufreur, Sam Swadling and Peter Studley. Leading Australian outdoor painting festival Plein Air Down Under is held annually in Mandurah and the Peel Region over the September long weekend and follows in the footsteps of international plein air festivals held in Ireland, the Netherlands, mainland USA and Hawaii. The festival attracts artists of all levels to paint 'en plein air’ and features world-class tutors accessible to the general public through free demonstrations, artist talks and special events.

07 Sep 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

07 Sep 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Go wild and connect with nature! The Western Australia Parks Foundation’s popular Spring into Parks campaign is back with treks, tours, events and activities for everyone to connect with Western Australia's spectacular parks and natural areas to enjoy the health and wellness benefits that come from spending time outside. Running from September to November, it features over 200 activities and events as well as a Photographic Competition in October.. Go wild and get involved with friends and family this springtime by choosing an activity or event that appeals! Supported by Lotterywest.

01 Sep 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

01 Sep 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

Some Like it Hot is an exhibition that intersects sweat, sex, desire and discord in Darwin, Australia’s hottest and most remote capital city. The exhibition showcases works by much-lauded Territory-based artists Therese Ritchie and Franck Gohier, well known for their satirical work that combines wit and humour with astute social observation. Here curator Wendy Garden reflects on their practice through the lens of gender representation in the context of settler imaginings of the tropics. Both Gohier and Ritchie have spent much of their impressive careers in Darwin, putting human behaviour under a philosophical microscope. Ritchie brings her background in journalism, her political awareness and her sharp eye for design to her insightful take on the world we live in. Gohier born in France arrived in Australia as a child and moved to Darwin with his family in the aftermath of Cyclone Tracy. Sifting through the domestic debris of that devastation began a fascination with collage and the expressive possibility of utilising seemingly random combinations to highlight an inherent absurdity. Both artists unsettle us and encourage us to engage more critically with perceptions of the everyday. Reflecting its Top End genesis, this exhibition about heat, place and gendered behaviour is challenging, amusing, irreverent and impressive. but most of all, Some Like it Hot is very cool.

Free

31 Aug 2024 - 10 Nov 2024

Free

31 Aug 2024 - 10 Nov 2024

Iluka Visions showcases artworks created by students in years 7 to 12 from high schools across the South West region stretching from Mandurah to Manjimup and serves to underscore the important role of art education in a holistic learning experience. This year will exhibit collaborative school artworks, workshopped with professional South West artists Alex Desebrock, Charlotte White, and Deanna Mosca.

Free

10 Aug 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

Free

10 Aug 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

In 2024 the 2nd Indian Ocean Craft Triennial investigates the multi-various languages codified in contemporary craft. Visit the major international exhibition at six galleries, conferences, and over 70 more exhibitions and events across Western Australia. Bold and emblazoned with character, the ceramic work of Madoda Fani carries a dramatically unique sensibility. Inspired by his African heritage, Fani makes hand-coiled, burnished and smoke-fired pieces that are a contemporary evolution of the traditional ceramics indigenous to Southern Africa. Although he uses traditional techniques, Fani's curvaceous, coiled forms and hand-carved embellishments are entirely distinct. He works on a large scale, building organic-shaped vessels whose smooth surfaces are punctuated by intricate, repetitive patterns that give them a scaled, insect-like appearance.

Free

10 Aug 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

Free

10 Aug 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

In 2024 the 2nd Indian Ocean Craft Triennial investigates the multi-various languages codified in contemporary craft. Visit the major international exhibition at six galleries, conferences, and over 70 more exhibitions and events across Western Australia. A relationship with donkeys is not unlike a relationship with one’s own art practice, in that it’s an endlessly interesting negotiation with an independent and mysterious 'other', at times delightfully cooperative, at times frustratingly opaque and unruly. Jillian Green's art practice has become entwined with her relationship with two young donkeys. Jillian dreams of one or the other literally every night, down to the subconscious level firmly being yoked to both. Like all Equines, their visual perception is dominated by contrast, light and dark, and therefore shape. In The Upholstered Donkey Jillian depicts shapes associated with the boys and their environment. Weaving with wool came to her after a couple of particularly long wet winters. Given donkeys do not have protective oils in their skin, the need to protect themselves from the weather became a concern, shapes of shelter, rugs and coats entered their arena. This occasionally figurative language of soft geometry continues to evolve.

Free

10 Aug 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

Free

10 Aug 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

Discover the joy of drawing with Adriana Nascimento in this interactive class in Wangara. Unleash your child's creativity and learn realistic drawing techniques together. Come and enjoy a special and memorable experience. ClassBento donates one dollar from every booking to Dementia Australia.

$45.00

04 Jul 2024 - 07 Nov 2024

$45.00

04 Jul 2024 - 07 Nov 2024

Bask in the Moon's ethereal glow at Boola Bardip, in a captivating lunar art space where Earth’s closest celestial neighbour is within arm's reach. From waxing to waning, the Moon has entranced scientists, artists, poets, and dreamers for centuries. This exhibition serves as a time capsule, bridging ancient Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dreamtime stories to contemporary pop culture, from the Apollo 11 Moon landing to those iconic lunar footprints. Imagine blasting off into a realm where humanity's first lunar steps are reimagined, where jazz melodies accompany blue moons, and writers’ tales grace Hollywood screens. Where art, science, and digital mediums illuminate understanding. It's more than a passing phase—it's a cosmic multiform journey awaiting exploration.

02 Jul 2024 - 07 Oct 2024

02 Jul 2024 - 07 Oct 2024

Step into a moment suspended in time, and get lost in an immersive art experience like no other. A multi-sensory installation excavating meaning from the every day, Time - Rone projects onto a grand scale the lifelong search for beauty in decay. Following a sell-out season in Melbourne, Time - Rone is now showing in AGWA’s Centenary Galleries with expanded staging and a new room, exclusive to Perth. Experience the historic Centenary Galleries like never before, as you walk, breathe and live among remnants of mid-century Australia. Journey deeper into Time - Rone with the new bar and dining experiences, for the serious lover of great art, food and entertaining.

$43.67 - $46.08

01 Jul 2024 - 02 Feb 2025

$43.67 - $46.08

01 Jul 2024 - 02 Feb 2025

Create beautiful Winter Mugs with leaf imprints at a clay and sip class in South Fremantle. Enjoy wine and nibbles. Come and enjoy a special and memorable experience. ClassBento donates one dollar from every booking to Dementia Australia.

$119.00

27 Jun 2024 - 25 Dec 2025

$119.00

27 Jun 2024 - 25 Dec 2025

Join a clay hand-building class in Perth and enjoy a night of creativity, laughter, and wine. Make your own ceramics and have a blast. ClassBento donates one dollar from every booking to Dementia Australia.

$138.00

23 Jun 2024 - 21 Dec 2024

$138.00

23 Jun 2024 - 21 Dec 2024

Discover the transformative power of Reiki at our First Degree workshop in South Fremantle. Learn crystal and chakra healing techniques for increased well-being. Come and enjoy a special and memorable experience. ClassBento donates one dollar from every booking to Dementia Australia.

$333.00

21 Jun 2024 - 06 Apr 2025

$333.00

21 Jun 2024 - 06 Apr 2025

Welcome to the dawn of the space age. From the 1950s through to the 1970s, Australia was gripped with excitement as humanity made its first forays beyond Earth’s atmosphere. From cutting-edge scientific research to architecture, design, television and more ‘Out of this World’ explores Australia’s role in the space race. Learn about the history of Woomera Rocket Range, see how futuristic architecture influenced Australia’s Expo pavilion in 1970, and meet everyone’s favourite pencil-nosed spaceman, Mr Squiggle. This exhibition is supported by the Australian Government's Visions of Australia program and the National Collecting Institutions Touring and Outreach Program, a program aiming to improve access to national collections for all Australians.

Free

14 Jun 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Free

14 Jun 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Embark on a nostalgic journey from Sea to suburbia through four decades of photographs capturing the people, places and daily life of Western Australia. Relish in iconic scenes of Western Australia: sunny beaches, scenic suburbs, thriving industries and meandering rivers. Be challenged by images that illustrate our changing attitudes to the environment and urban development. Leave with a new understanding of what it means to be a ‘West Australian’. Highlighting the role of Australian government photographers in preserving our visual heritage, this fascinating exhibition will evoke memories and spark conversations. Exclusive Saturday openings on Saturday 13 July, Saturday 2 November 2024 and Saturday 22 March 2025.

Free

14 May 2024 - 28 Nov 2025

Free

14 May 2024 - 28 Nov 2025

Our story is not one story, but many stories to share. Balancing Act features Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander works of art from the State Art Collection. In this exhibition, you will encounter a vast range of material revealing the wide scope of First Nations truth-telling and art-making practice. Radical observations about the ups and downs of life are placed side by side with expressions of relationships with Custodial Country; the locations and places artists and communities care for, according to their kin and family ties with place. Different versions of history are told, at times emotional and challenging, alongside moments of great beauty and poignancy. Many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists use their cultural production to investigate feelings and unpack ideas around identity in the wake of colonisation. Others use their work as a way to support and express their own grief and healing, as well as to express joy and cultural belonging. Balancing Act invites you to be surprised, delighted and challenged by the stories told through the eyes of First Nations artists and their works of art.

Free

02 Mar 2024 - 01 Dec 2024

Free

02 Mar 2024 - 01 Dec 2024

Enjoy documentary films throughout the year in this unique, boutique, 22-seat, 180-degree curved dome cinema with 5.1 surround sound. Let Western Australia Maritime Museum transport you to other worlds through films specially created for this dome experience, by a local team dedicated to showcasing the wonder of the state and sharing stories. They screen films daily that combine the natural world, history, science, technology and adventure, giving you a deeper insight into Western Australia.

Adults: $15
Concession: $12.50
Children: $12.50

09 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

Adults: $15
Concession: $12.50
Children: $12.50

09 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

Experience a taste of Great Southern History. Plantagenet Wines invites you to explore its rich heritage. Join the Winemaker's journey with unique tastings of Plantagenet's most prestigious wines - Wyjup Collection, Museum and Icon Wines, accompanied by a local produce tasting platter.

$250

14 Dec 2023 - 19 Dec 2024

$250

14 Dec 2023 - 19 Dec 2024

Let the good times roll; they’re riding into town! The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best cycling short films from around the world together for you! Cycle through 2.5 hours of thrilling and moving bike-related films that has everything a cycle-centric audience could want - action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration; the evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised for the two-wheel devotee! Their stellar line-up includes a mesmerizing mountain bike adventure in Guatemala and Peru, heart-warming takes of local communities, how the simple joy of riding bikes can make a big impact, a passionate and quirky Australian cyclist advocating to “Ride your bike, don’t just romance the idea. Ride!”, an ambitious ride that will push a father and daughter to their physical and emotional limits, a fast-paced, fun, and feminist bike race film, and inspiring journeys through colourful landscapes, all in the mix!
Kings ParkEvent

EverNow

EverNow
Light up your senses, reconnect with Country and rediscover nature in Kambarang, the Noongar season of birth and renewal with EverNow 2024. Over an extended weekend explore three free special events that reflect Western Australia's unique environment, grounded in Noongar knowledge. Proudly supported by the Western Australian State Government through Tourism Western Australia, produced by Perth Festival Special Projects.

Free

03 Oct 2024 - 07 Oct 2024

Free

03 Oct 2024 - 07 Oct 2024

Bring the whole family to this free, immersive Noongar celebration. Song Circle has found a new home in Burswood Park. The stunning Noongar performance that wowed audiences at EverNow last year is back. Be surrounded by music, dance and light as singers and instrumentalists perform contemporary songs in Noongar language. See dancers respond to the music on a ring of sand surrounding the stage – all reflecting on creatures and Country from Boorloo / Perth through to the Great Southern. Theatrically brought to life by lauded director Kylie Bracknell (Hecate, Fist of Fury Noongar Daa and Little J and Big Cuz), Noongar song-maker Maatakitj and a cast of musicians, singers and dancers, Song Circle invites you to be inspired and delight in this joyful celebration of Noongar culture and heritage. Song Circle is one of three free events that form part of EverNow 2024. Proudly supported by the Western Australian State Government through Tourism Western Australia, produced by Perth Festival Special Projects.

Free

03 Oct 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Free

03 Oct 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Our precious living world transformed through a dazzling display of light, fire and live performance. Over four nights international sky theatre masters Groupe F light up Burswood Park with a new immersive experience created with leading Noongar artists, especially for EverNow 2024. Be inspired by the beauty and wonder of From the Light Flow: Bena Koorliny (light travelling) as nature glows and flourishes in a series of dazzling towers of light, larger-than-life illuminations, flame and epic performance on the banks of the Derbarl Yerrigan. Celebrate the biodiversity of this place and the precious harmony of our natural world with this hypnotising light and sound spectacle. Known for its extraordinary productions of sky theatre and explosive light shows, Groupe F is a creative company like no other. After recently transforming the Paris night sky for Bastille Day, these French masters of light and fire are creating an Australian exclusive. They have worked closely with one of Australia’s leading Aboriginal performers and musicians, Dr Richard Walley OAM alongside Noongar storyteller and artist Alton Walley to bring their latest monumental outdoor public performance to Perth. From the Light Flow: Bena Koorliny is one of three free events that form part of EverNow 2024. Proudly supported by the Western Australian State Government through Tourism Western Australia, produced by Perth Festival Special Projects.

Free

03 Oct 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Free

03 Oct 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Are you a certified scuba divers looking for a relaxed and fun day out? Join them for a great day of diving to beautiful Rottnest Island. Enjoy stunning landscapes with swim-throughs and plenty of fish life in a relaxed atmosphere. Moonshine is a private and quality charter with a hot shower and bathroom on board, and plenty of spaces. There will only be six divers and the crew for a casual and personal experience. They will provide a warm lunch, plenty of snacks and an enjoyable and relaxing day.

$165 - $225

08 Aug 2021 - 14 Feb 2026

$165 - $225

08 Aug 2021 - 14 Feb 2026

Passions run high as former spouses feud onstage and off during a musical staging of Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew. In the battle of the sexes will true love triumph before it’s too late? G&S WA is excited to present multi-award-winning musical Kiss Me, Kate – the sophisticated, romantic and hilarious comedy classic showcasing a dazzling Cole Porter score with a brilliant book from Sam and Bella Spewack. Egotistical leading man, director, and producer Fred Graham is reunited with his ex-wife, Lilli Vanessi, when the two are brought together to star opposite each other as Petruchio and Katherine in a new adaptation of The Taming of the Shrew. While their barbed and battling relationship puts the entire company on edge, the show’s supporting actress, Lois, finds out that her gambling actor boyfriend, Bill, has racked up an enormous debt and is hiding out at the theatre to evade the collection by local mobsters. Featuring songs such “So In Love” “Wunderbar” “Tom, Dick or Harry” “Too Darn Hot” “Brush Up Your Shakespeare” and “Another Op’nin, Another Show”, don’t miss the delightfully delicious behind-the-scenes high jinks of this irresistible Broadway masterpiece.

$22.00 - $65.00

02 Oct 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

$22.00 - $65.00

02 Oct 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

During the October school holidays kids are invited to go exploring in the Claremont Town Centre as they seek out some special dinosaur clues! Visit the Town Square on St Quentin Avenue to collect a Jurassic passport, then go hunting and collect your stickers and clues from eight destinations. Complete the mystery word to go into the draw to win one of four great prize packs! Kids will enjoy all the fun and activities planned including dino crafts, a dino-themed nature play area, face-painting, interactive reptile display plus a stilt-walker and entertainers. There'll also be some special 'roarsome' deals on offer from Town Centre retailers!

Free

02 Oct 2024 - 03 Oct 2024

Free

02 Oct 2024 - 03 Oct 2024

Held over seven days, the 2024 Hockey Australia U14 Championship will see approximately 400 of Australia’s best up-and-coming hockey players aged 14 and under in girls and boys competitions. In a truly representative national championship, every state and territory from across Australia will be represented across the 24 teams.

Free

29 Sep 2024 - 05 Oct 2024

Free

29 Sep 2024 - 05 Oct 2024

The AFL Masters National Carnival for women and men over 35 features teams from all states competing for national titles. The week-long competition is played in five-year age group increments at South Fremantle Oval, East Fremantle Oval, Gil Fraser Reserve, Tom Perrott Reserve, and Fremantle Park.

Free

28 Sep 2024 - 05 Oct 2024

Free

28 Sep 2024 - 05 Oct 2024

Fremantle will host the 41st AFL Masters National Carnival - the first time the region has hosted the National Carnival. The AFL Masters National Carnival is the largest mass participation football event in Australia with an estimated 70 teams across all eight Australian States and Territories spreads across three age divisions for Women (over 35s, over 40s and over 45s) and seven age divisions for Men (from 35s to over 65s). Over 1500 players are expected to descend on Fremantle to vie for the title of becoming AFL Masters National Champions. The Local Fremantle Organising Committee have put together a tremendous calendar of off-field events for participants during the week including a high tea, the annual Golf Classic, day trips around the region, the prestigious Hall of Fame event and a fun-filled event on "Super Tuesday" for "kids" of all ages and sizes. The AFL Masters National Carnival starts with opening Meet and Greet events for each participating State and Territory on AFL Grand Final Day and concludes with a Gala Night at Optus Stadium where Carnival winners and All-Australians are feted. Matches throughout the week are being played at various grounds surrounding Fremantle including Fremantle Oval, East Fremantle Oval, Fremantle Park, Tom Perrot Reserve and Gilbert Fraser Reserve.

27 Sep 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

27 Sep 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

The Old Courthouse Complex is proud to present The Seafarer’s Canvas, a powerful new mixed art exhibition displaying maritime-inspired works by 20 artists in the Bond Store Gallery. The Seafarer’s Canvas captures the indomitable spirit of those who embark on maritime adventures through an array of artistic interpretations, including paintings, printmaking, textile art and ceramics. Art enthusiasts are invited to delve into captivating oceanic works on display, from tranquil coastal vistas to dramatic forces of the sea. Each piece reflects a unique aspect of the maritime experience, capturing the beauty, mystery, and peril of seafaring life. Timed to coincide with International Maritime Day on 26 September, The Seafarer’s Canvas will open alongside a fascinating new heritage exhibition about the infamous S.S. Georgette shipwreck that occurred in nearby waters almost 150 years ago. Forgotten Voyages - Rediscovering the S.S. Georgette recounts the harrowing final voyage of a steamer sail ship along the south coast of Western Australia in 1876. Free to experience, history buffs can take a deep dive into accounts of heroism, heartbreak and the series of events and errors that resulted in the tragic loss of 12 souls at sea. Celebrate the essence of those who have ventured across the sea in this enthralling fusion of art and history at the Old Courthouse Complex.

Free

26 Sep 2024 - 22 Oct 2024

Free

26 Sep 2024 - 22 Oct 2024

The Bloom Festival provides an opportunity for communities to work together and celebrate ‘everything that blooms’ in the region. Each year, passionate people from rural and regional townships across eight shires collaborate on a festival like no other, ensuring a trip to the Great Southern takes pride of place on the Australian travel calendar each spring. Events and activities include arts, crafts, displays, exhibitions, fauna and flora-themed activities, creative workshops, food events, markets, Noongar cultural events, open gardens, wine and dine events, family fun days, movie nights, live music, heritage trails, guided flower walks, tours and hikes including through the Stirling and Porongurup Ranges. The Festival spans from Kojonup, out to Pingrup, down to Bremer Bay, across to the Porongurup and Frankland Rivers, taking in major centres such as Katanning, the Stirling Range and Fitzgerald River National Parks and everything in between. Make sure you put this wildflower wonder on your itinerary to explore all the blooming best of the Great Southern Treasures in Western Australia. The 2024 Great Southern Treasures Bloom Festival is presented by WCP Civil and supported by the State Government through Tourism Western Australia, Royalties for Regions and the following partners: Australia's South West, Rio Tinto, Road Safety Commission, Great Southern Development Commission, Clever Octopus, and CBH Group.

21 Sep 2024 - 20 Oct 2024

21 Sep 2024 - 20 Oct 2024

Spanning over 35 000 square kilometres, the Southern Art and Craft Trail is the largest of its kind in Western Australia showcasing the creative works of over 600 artists, and 400 plus students in over 70 venues encompassing galleries, home studios, cafes, Auction rooms, town halls and school displays. Regional artists exhibit artworks ranging from painting, sculpture, textiles, ceramics, printmaking, photography, woodwork, jewellery, glass art, sculpture and more. Audiences can view artwork in studios and meet the artist, adding a multi-layered experience to viewing and experiencing art. Hands-on workshops are held in various locations. Galleries, museums, wineries, cafes, shops and unused spaces become venues offering both a unique cultural experience and economic spin-off for local businesses. Artists collaborate to create pop-up galleries in vacant shops and tourist destinations including visitor centres in Denmark, Mt Barker and Albany. Art Centres and Open Home Studios in many regional areas embrace the trail including Lake Grace, Manjimup and Dumbleyung. This year marks the 21st anniversary of the trail. Participate in hands-on workshops, and meet artists as they create during demonstrations.

Free

21 Sep 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Free

21 Sep 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Spirit of the Landscape Art Exhibition, presented by not-for-profit Plein Air Down Under, celebrates the vast landscapes of rural, regional and remote Australia, through the eyes of exhibiting artists. In telling these stories, artists may choose to reference place, the people of remote communities, the topography of the landscape or the challenges of living and working in remote Australia. This carefully curated selection of award-winning artists will ensure a high standard of work while acknowledging their continued involvement and support of the Plein Air Down Under Outdoor Painting Festival. Presenting the Spirit of the Landscape 2024 Exhibiting Artists are Lori Putnam (USA), Tony Robinson (Ireland), Matt Ryder (UAE), Leon Holmes, Andy Dolphin, Gordon Alexander, Andy Conlin, Leanne Pearson, Susan Penfold, Tiffany Forster, Jos Coufreur, Sam Swadling and Peter Studley. Leading Australian outdoor painting festival Plein Air Down Under is held annually in Mandurah and the Peel Region over the September long weekend and follows in the footsteps of international plein air festivals held in Ireland, the Netherlands, mainland USA and Hawaii. The festival attracts artists of all levels to paint 'en plein air’ and features world-class tutors accessible to the general public through free demonstrations, artist talks and special events.

07 Sep 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

07 Sep 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Go wild and connect with nature! The Western Australia Parks Foundation’s popular Spring into Parks campaign is back with treks, tours, events and activities for everyone to connect with Western Australia's spectacular parks and natural areas to enjoy the health and wellness benefits that come from spending time outside. Running from September to November, it features over 200 activities and events as well as a Photographic Competition in October.. Go wild and get involved with friends and family this springtime by choosing an activity or event that appeals! Supported by Lotterywest.

01 Sep 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

01 Sep 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

Some Like it Hot is an exhibition that intersects sweat, sex, desire and discord in Darwin, Australia’s hottest and most remote capital city. The exhibition showcases works by much-lauded Territory-based artists Therese Ritchie and Franck Gohier, well known for their satirical work that combines wit and humour with astute social observation. Here curator Wendy Garden reflects on their practice through the lens of gender representation in the context of settler imaginings of the tropics. Both Gohier and Ritchie have spent much of their impressive careers in Darwin, putting human behaviour under a philosophical microscope. Ritchie brings her background in journalism, her political awareness and her sharp eye for design to her insightful take on the world we live in. Gohier born in France arrived in Australia as a child and moved to Darwin with his family in the aftermath of Cyclone Tracy. Sifting through the domestic debris of that devastation began a fascination with collage and the expressive possibility of utilising seemingly random combinations to highlight an inherent absurdity. Both artists unsettle us and encourage us to engage more critically with perceptions of the everyday. Reflecting its Top End genesis, this exhibition about heat, place and gendered behaviour is challenging, amusing, irreverent and impressive. but most of all, Some Like it Hot is very cool.

Free

31 Aug 2024 - 10 Nov 2024

Free

31 Aug 2024 - 10 Nov 2024

Iluka Visions showcases artworks created by students in years 7 to 12 from high schools across the South West region stretching from Mandurah to Manjimup and serves to underscore the important role of art education in a holistic learning experience. This year will exhibit collaborative school artworks, workshopped with professional South West artists Alex Desebrock, Charlotte White, and Deanna Mosca.

Free

10 Aug 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

Free

10 Aug 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

In 2024 the 2nd Indian Ocean Craft Triennial investigates the multi-various languages codified in contemporary craft. Visit the major international exhibition at six galleries, conferences, and over 70 more exhibitions and events across Western Australia. Bold and emblazoned with character, the ceramic work of Madoda Fani carries a dramatically unique sensibility. Inspired by his African heritage, Fani makes hand-coiled, burnished and smoke-fired pieces that are a contemporary evolution of the traditional ceramics indigenous to Southern Africa. Although he uses traditional techniques, Fani's curvaceous, coiled forms and hand-carved embellishments are entirely distinct. He works on a large scale, building organic-shaped vessels whose smooth surfaces are punctuated by intricate, repetitive patterns that give them a scaled, insect-like appearance.

Free

10 Aug 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

Free

10 Aug 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

In 2024 the 2nd Indian Ocean Craft Triennial investigates the multi-various languages codified in contemporary craft. Visit the major international exhibition at six galleries, conferences, and over 70 more exhibitions and events across Western Australia. A relationship with donkeys is not unlike a relationship with one’s own art practice, in that it’s an endlessly interesting negotiation with an independent and mysterious 'other', at times delightfully cooperative, at times frustratingly opaque and unruly. Jillian Green's art practice has become entwined with her relationship with two young donkeys. Jillian dreams of one or the other literally every night, down to the subconscious level firmly being yoked to both. Like all Equines, their visual perception is dominated by contrast, light and dark, and therefore shape. In The Upholstered Donkey Jillian depicts shapes associated with the boys and their environment. Weaving with wool came to her after a couple of particularly long wet winters. Given donkeys do not have protective oils in their skin, the need to protect themselves from the weather became a concern, shapes of shelter, rugs and coats entered their arena. This occasionally figurative language of soft geometry continues to evolve.

Free

10 Aug 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

Free

10 Aug 2024 - 27 Oct 2024

Discover the joy of drawing with Adriana Nascimento in this interactive class in Wangara. Unleash your child's creativity and learn realistic drawing techniques together. Come and enjoy a special and memorable experience. ClassBento donates one dollar from every booking to Dementia Australia.

$45.00

04 Jul 2024 - 07 Nov 2024

$45.00

04 Jul 2024 - 07 Nov 2024

Bask in the Moon's ethereal glow at Boola Bardip, in a captivating lunar art space where Earth’s closest celestial neighbour is within arm's reach. From waxing to waning, the Moon has entranced scientists, artists, poets, and dreamers for centuries. This exhibition serves as a time capsule, bridging ancient Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander dreamtime stories to contemporary pop culture, from the Apollo 11 Moon landing to those iconic lunar footprints. Imagine blasting off into a realm where humanity's first lunar steps are reimagined, where jazz melodies accompany blue moons, and writers’ tales grace Hollywood screens. Where art, science, and digital mediums illuminate understanding. It's more than a passing phase—it's a cosmic multiform journey awaiting exploration.

02 Jul 2024 - 07 Oct 2024

02 Jul 2024 - 07 Oct 2024

Step into a moment suspended in time, and get lost in an immersive art experience like no other. A multi-sensory installation excavating meaning from the every day, Time - Rone projects onto a grand scale the lifelong search for beauty in decay. Following a sell-out season in Melbourne, Time - Rone is now showing in AGWA’s Centenary Galleries with expanded staging and a new room, exclusive to Perth. Experience the historic Centenary Galleries like never before, as you walk, breathe and live among remnants of mid-century Australia. Journey deeper into Time - Rone with the new bar and dining experiences, for the serious lover of great art, food and entertaining.

$43.67 - $46.08

01 Jul 2024 - 02 Feb 2025

$43.67 - $46.08

01 Jul 2024 - 02 Feb 2025

Create beautiful Winter Mugs with leaf imprints at a clay and sip class in South Fremantle. Enjoy wine and nibbles. Come and enjoy a special and memorable experience. ClassBento donates one dollar from every booking to Dementia Australia.

$119.00

27 Jun 2024 - 25 Dec 2025

$119.00

27 Jun 2024 - 25 Dec 2025

Join a clay hand-building class in Perth and enjoy a night of creativity, laughter, and wine. Make your own ceramics and have a blast. ClassBento donates one dollar from every booking to Dementia Australia.

$138.00

23 Jun 2024 - 21 Dec 2024

$138.00

23 Jun 2024 - 21 Dec 2024

Discover the transformative power of Reiki at our First Degree workshop in South Fremantle. Learn crystal and chakra healing techniques for increased well-being. Come and enjoy a special and memorable experience. ClassBento donates one dollar from every booking to Dementia Australia.

$333.00

21 Jun 2024 - 06 Apr 2025

$333.00

21 Jun 2024 - 06 Apr 2025

Welcome to the dawn of the space age. From the 1950s through to the 1970s, Australia was gripped with excitement as humanity made its first forays beyond Earth’s atmosphere. From cutting-edge scientific research to architecture, design, television and more ‘Out of this World’ explores Australia’s role in the space race. Learn about the history of Woomera Rocket Range, see how futuristic architecture influenced Australia’s Expo pavilion in 1970, and meet everyone’s favourite pencil-nosed spaceman, Mr Squiggle. This exhibition is supported by the Australian Government's Visions of Australia program and the National Collecting Institutions Touring and Outreach Program, a program aiming to improve access to national collections for all Australians.

Free

14 Jun 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Free

14 Jun 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Embark on a nostalgic journey from Sea to suburbia through four decades of photographs capturing the people, places and daily life of Western Australia. Relish in iconic scenes of Western Australia: sunny beaches, scenic suburbs, thriving industries and meandering rivers. Be challenged by images that illustrate our changing attitudes to the environment and urban development. Leave with a new understanding of what it means to be a ‘West Australian’. Highlighting the role of Australian government photographers in preserving our visual heritage, this fascinating exhibition will evoke memories and spark conversations. Exclusive Saturday openings on Saturday 13 July, Saturday 2 November 2024 and Saturday 22 March 2025.

Free

14 May 2024 - 28 Nov 2025

Free

14 May 2024 - 28 Nov 2025

Our story is not one story, but many stories to share. Balancing Act features Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander works of art from the State Art Collection. In this exhibition, you will encounter a vast range of material revealing the wide scope of First Nations truth-telling and art-making practice. Radical observations about the ups and downs of life are placed side by side with expressions of relationships with Custodial Country; the locations and places artists and communities care for, according to their kin and family ties with place. Different versions of history are told, at times emotional and challenging, alongside moments of great beauty and poignancy. Many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists use their cultural production to investigate feelings and unpack ideas around identity in the wake of colonisation. Others use their work as a way to support and express their own grief and healing, as well as to express joy and cultural belonging. Balancing Act invites you to be surprised, delighted and challenged by the stories told through the eyes of First Nations artists and their works of art.

Free

02 Mar 2024 - 01 Dec 2024

Free

02 Mar 2024 - 01 Dec 2024

Enjoy documentary films throughout the year in this unique, boutique, 22-seat, 180-degree curved dome cinema with 5.1 surround sound. Let Western Australia Maritime Museum transport you to other worlds through films specially created for this dome experience, by a local team dedicated to showcasing the wonder of the state and sharing stories. They screen films daily that combine the natural world, history, science, technology and adventure, giving you a deeper insight into Western Australia.

Adults: $15
Concession: $12.50
Children: $12.50

09 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

Adults: $15
Concession: $12.50
Children: $12.50

09 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

Experience a taste of Great Southern History. Plantagenet Wines invites you to explore its rich heritage. Join the Winemaker's journey with unique tastings of Plantagenet's most prestigious wines - Wyjup Collection, Museum and Icon Wines, accompanied by a local produce tasting platter.

$250

14 Dec 2023 - 19 Dec 2024

$250

14 Dec 2023 - 19 Dec 2024