Modern galleries, contemporary performance space, and eye-catching architecture – Western Australia captivates curious visitors with its artistic attractions.  

At Perth’s newly opened WA Museum Boola Bardip, immersive and interactive displays bring Australia’s breath-taking heritage, natural beauty and artistic vision to life. Meanwhile, the city’s vibrant cultural precinct buzzes with a year-round calendar of cultural events, shows, performances and concerts.  

Take your art appreciation to the great outdoors, with opportunities to view sculpture installations, soaring murals and ancient Aboriginal rock-art sites at destinations across the state. And don’t forget Perth’s urban street art, which turns the state’s capital into a thrilling open-air exhibition space.  

Meanwhile, Western Australia’s museums and heritage buildings transport visitors back in time, charting a course through its rich maritime and mining history.  

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The world's greatest rock'n'roll band returns to Australia for the first time in a decade! AC/DC will perform in stadiums across the country on their highly anticipated Power Up Australian tour. With Angus Young on lead guitar, vocalist Brian Johnson, rhythm guitarist Stevie Young, drummer Matt Laug and bass player Chris Chaney – don't miss AC/DC as they bring their world-conquering Power Up tour home!
Rooftop Movies, where the stars shine on screen and above! Perth, it's time to take your summer nights to new heights. Rooftop Movies is back, and this season's looking sky-high good. Think open-air vibes, comfy beanbags, golden throwbacks, fresh new flicks, and the city skyline serving as your backdrop. Sit back, unwind, and enjoy a tipple or two with some tasty Mexi bites in hand. Rooftop Movies is proudly supported by City of Perth Parking.

17 Nov 2025 - 22 Mar 2026

17 Nov 2025 - 22 Mar 2026

Nothing captures the magic of Christmas quite like the twinkle of festive lights, and Yagan Square is the perfect place to soak up Perth's holiday spirit and bring your imagination to life. As the starting point of Perth's much-loved Rio Tinto Christmas Lights Trail, Yagan Square sets the stage for a magical adventure through the city with Christmas Tree Lane - a 40m long festive tunnel, bursting with light, colour and sound. Feel the magic of a white Christmas in the heart of the city! Experience the wonder of snowfall near Christmas Tree Lane at Yagan Square. Keep an eye out for roaming Christmas characters bringing cheer to the Square. From rollerskating baubles to cheeky elves and giant gift boxes, there's plenty of festive fun and photo opportunities to enjoy. And when it's time to refuel, Yagan Square's dining spots offer something for everyone. Grab dinner, catch up with friends, or treat the family to something tasty — there's plenty to choose from.

28 Nov 2025 - 28 Dec 2025

28 Nov 2025 - 28 Dec 2025

Cap Off Comedy is a weekly Monday night comedy show held at the Bassendean Hotel — bringing together great stand-up and community fundraising in one unique night out. If you choose to donate $10, you'll receive a bottlecap — your vote for one of three featured local charities or small fundraisers. At the end of the night, we count the caps, and the charity with the most votes takes home 100% of the donation pool. Each week features a rotating lineup of comedians — from local favourites to touring acts — hosted by a professional MC and packed with punchlines, pub banter, and a good cause. It's a simple idea: laugh, donate if you can, and support something that matters. Whether you're out for a cheap night of comedy or looking to get behind grassroots initiatives, Cap Off Comedy is your new Monday tradition. Come for the show, bring your mates, and cap off the night with something a little different!

Free

26 May 2025 - 29 Dec 2025

Free

26 May 2025 - 29 Dec 2025

Discover the cultural stories of the Whadjuk Noongar people through a new, immersive audio experience at Yagan Square. Located in the Yagan Square Amphitheatre, Ngaank Boodja (mother country) is a soundscape of the voices, songs and sounds of women's country—honouring the area's history as an important meeting place and decision-making ground for Noongar women. Created by renowned Noongar producer and filmmaker Karla Hart, in collaboration with the award-winning Soundbyte Studios, the soundscape weaves immersive audio to share the stories of Goologoolup and the ancient wetland system that once thrived where Yagan Square stands today. The free experience takes you on an audio journey to the place beneath the buildings and concrete. A place teeming with life, from lapping water, children splashing and croaking frogs, to the beat of cockatoo wings and the distant murmur of women yarning. Ngaank Boodja also features six audio narratives that explore the deep, maternal connection to Country and celebrate the memories of ancestors who once walked the songlines of Goologoolup. Delivered by DevelopmentWA, Ngaank Boodja reflects an ongoing commitment to celebrating Aboriginal culture, promoting reconciliation, and activating public spaces in meaningful and inclusive ways.

22 Sep 2025 - 20 Sep 2026

22 Sep 2025 - 20 Sep 2026

The world's greatest rock'n'roll band returns to Australia for the first time in a decade! AC/DC will perform in stadiums across the country on their highly anticipated Power Up Australian tour. With Angus Young on lead guitar, vocalist Brian Johnson, rhythm guitarist Stevie Young, drummer Matt Laug and bass player Chris Chaney – don't miss AC/DC as they bring their world-conquering Power Up tour home!
Rooftop Movies, where the stars shine on screen and above! Perth, it's time to take your summer nights to new heights. Rooftop Movies is back, and this season's looking sky-high good. Think open-air vibes, comfy beanbags, golden throwbacks, fresh new flicks, and the city skyline serving as your backdrop. Sit back, unwind, and enjoy a tipple or two with some tasty Mexi bites in hand. Rooftop Movies is proudly supported by City of Perth Parking.

17 Nov 2025 - 22 Mar 2026

17 Nov 2025 - 22 Mar 2026

Nothing captures the magic of Christmas quite like the twinkle of festive lights, and Yagan Square is the perfect place to soak up Perth's holiday spirit and bring your imagination to life. As the starting point of Perth's much-loved Rio Tinto Christmas Lights Trail, Yagan Square sets the stage for a magical adventure through the city with Christmas Tree Lane - a 40m long festive tunnel, bursting with light, colour and sound. Feel the magic of a white Christmas in the heart of the city! Experience the wonder of snowfall near Christmas Tree Lane at Yagan Square. Keep an eye out for roaming Christmas characters bringing cheer to the Square. From rollerskating baubles to cheeky elves and giant gift boxes, there's plenty of festive fun and photo opportunities to enjoy. And when it's time to refuel, Yagan Square's dining spots offer something for everyone. Grab dinner, catch up with friends, or treat the family to something tasty — there's plenty to choose from.

28 Nov 2025 - 28 Dec 2025

28 Nov 2025 - 28 Dec 2025

Cap Off Comedy is a weekly Monday night comedy show held at the Bassendean Hotel — bringing together great stand-up and community fundraising in one unique night out. If you choose to donate $10, you'll receive a bottlecap — your vote for one of three featured local charities or small fundraisers. At the end of the night, we count the caps, and the charity with the most votes takes home 100% of the donation pool. Each week features a rotating lineup of comedians — from local favourites to touring acts — hosted by a professional MC and packed with punchlines, pub banter, and a good cause. It's a simple idea: laugh, donate if you can, and support something that matters. Whether you're out for a cheap night of comedy or looking to get behind grassroots initiatives, Cap Off Comedy is your new Monday tradition. Come for the show, bring your mates, and cap off the night with something a little different!

Free

26 May 2025 - 29 Dec 2025

Free

26 May 2025 - 29 Dec 2025

Discover the cultural stories of the Whadjuk Noongar people through a new, immersive audio experience at Yagan Square. Located in the Yagan Square Amphitheatre, Ngaank Boodja (mother country) is a soundscape of the voices, songs and sounds of women's country—honouring the area's history as an important meeting place and decision-making ground for Noongar women. Created by renowned Noongar producer and filmmaker Karla Hart, in collaboration with the award-winning Soundbyte Studios, the soundscape weaves immersive audio to share the stories of Goologoolup and the ancient wetland system that once thrived where Yagan Square stands today. The free experience takes you on an audio journey to the place beneath the buildings and concrete. A place teeming with life, from lapping water, children splashing and croaking frogs, to the beat of cockatoo wings and the distant murmur of women yarning. Ngaank Boodja also features six audio narratives that explore the deep, maternal connection to Country and celebrate the memories of ancestors who once walked the songlines of Goologoolup. Delivered by DevelopmentWA, Ngaank Boodja reflects an ongoing commitment to celebrating Aboriginal culture, promoting reconciliation, and activating public spaces in meaningful and inclusive ways.

22 Sep 2025 - 20 Sep 2026

22 Sep 2025 - 20 Sep 2026