
Events for everyone
Northbridge Treasure Trail
William St, Northbridge | 9 December
To start your day, you will receive a Trail Map with stops located at each retailer. As you follow the trail and pop into each of the retail stores you will receive a stamp on your map as well as a unique Christmas Card designed by local emerging artists of Northbridge. Find out more here.
Lotterywest Christmas Spectacular
RAC Arena | 9 December
WASO returns to RAC Arena for another Lotterywest Christmas Spectacular and the whole family is invited! Join us for an unforgettable concert filled with all your favourite Christmas sing-alongs including All I want for Christmas is You and Aussie Jingle Bells. Find out more here.
West Tech Fest
Pan Pacific Perth | 4 - 8 December
West Tech Fest is Australia’s longest running technology and innovation festival held annually in Perth, Western Australia to showcase innovation, investment and entrepreneurship. The event annually hosts an incredible line-up of global and local founders, investors, tech titans and welcomes thousands of delegates from all over Australia and across the world. Find out more here.
Rio Tinto Christmas Lights Trail
Multiple locations across Perth City | 17 November - 2 January 2024
The Rio Tinto Christmas Lights Trail is back in town, lighting up the City and Northbridge for 47 nights with 22 amazing light installations. You can walk the full trail to see all 22 installations or take the new family-friendly route, ‘The Merry Mile’. Find out more here.
Elizabeth Quay Fun Fair
Elizabeth Quay | 1 December - 6 January
Perth City’s favourite summer Fun Fair is back for five action-packed weeks, kicking off from Friday 1st December 2023 to Saturday 6th January 2024, open 5pm till late. Delight in the beauty of Elizabeth Quay whilst enjoying a huge lineup filled with the ultimate holiday cheer and entertainment. Get your tickets here.
iCity Christmas Lights Tour
Starting at Council house | Every Friday and Saturday from 1 - 23 December
Come and join a free fun evening of spectacular Christmas lights and activations led by iCity Volunteer Guides in the heart of Perth city. Find out more here.
Brass on the Grass
Victoria Gardens |10 December
Enjoy this free community concert with all your Christmas favourites, featuring the Junkadelic Brass Band, WA Brass, Gospel Choir and Steve Hensby Band. The afternoon entertainment will continue with lawn games, face painting and a surprise visit from Santa. Find out more here.
The Nutcracker
His Majesty's Theatre | 17 Nov - 10 December
Join West Australian Ballet to see Clara as she ventures through a winter wonderland and encounters the Nutcracker Soldier, Sugar Plum Fairy and evil Mouse King. Find out more here.
Twilight Food Market
Forrest Place | Every Friday until 29 March 2024
The city’s biggest street food market is gearing up to return for another season. Showcasing Perth’s diverse food culture, tickle your tastebuds and try a variety of affordable cuisines from around the globe every Friday after work. Find out more here.
Comedy at the Craft
124 James Street Northbridge | Every Friday in Nov and Dec | 7.30pm
Get ready for a rip-roaring night of comedy that's sure to tickle your funny bone. It's time to welcome back Friday Night Comedy at The Craft, a side-splitting showcase of the best comedic talent Australia has to offer, all housed in the unique and charming venue, The Craft, in Perth. Find out more here.
Festive Afternoon tea at Hearth Restaurant
Hearth Restaurant and Lounge | 2 - 31 December
Be taken on a culinary journey over two courses of savoury and sweets featuring the finest local produce paired with beverage packages including Seven Seas Tea from Margaret River, Howard Park Petit Jeté and Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage. Find out more here.
PICA After Dark: DJ Maxxi & DJ Osric
PICA | 8 December
Explore Roberta Joy Rich’s exhibition 'The Purple Shall Govern' and enjoy a beer thanks to our friends at Rocky Ridge Brewing while listening to sets from some of Boorloo’s favourite DJs. Find out more here.
Festive Markets
Kids Christmas Market
Perth Cultural Centre | 9 December
Support the next gen of Perth makers.
The Perth Cultural Centre, Stop 2 on the City of Perth's, Rio Tinto Christmas Lights Trail, will be lighting up the precinct with a geometric igloo. As part of this event the Perth Cultural Centre will be hosting a Kids Christmas Market, where the next generation of makers will be selling their wares and creations. Find out more here.
Festive Market at Perth City Farm
Perth City Farm | 9 December
Get ready to jingle all the way to the Perth City Farm Festive Market. This is their biggest market of the year, so bring the family for a holly jolly fun-filled morning! Find out more here.
Christmas Markets in the Park
Central Park | 6 - 7 December
Wander around an outdoor market of Christmas gifts, artisan delicacies, festive eateries and even a personalised scented candles & bauble station. Find out more here.
Merry Makers Christmas Market @QV1
QV1 | 6 - 7 December
The Merry Makers Market supports and promotes the talented creations and crafts of local WA artists and businesses. If you’re in search of unique and creative ideas for your Christmas gifts, come to the Christmas market at QV1. Find out more here.
On all month…
- Bottomless Mexicana | Neon Palms | Every Saturday and Sunday, 12:30pm - 2pm
- Bottomless Bubbleteas and Chan’s Chicken Feast | Lucky Chans | Every Saturday, 12pm - 3pm
- Garden Spritz High Tea | The Westin Perth | Friday, Saturday & Sunday
- Secret Garden Party Prosecco Brunch | The Globe | Every Saturday & Sunday, 10am – 2pm
- Tommy's & Tacos | The Globe | Every Tuesday, all day
- Bottomless Botanicals | The Stables | Saturday night
- Sip Sip Sessions | Market Grounds | Every Saturday & Sunday 1pm – 3pm
- Lazy Weekends | The Standard | Saturday (lunch) & Sunday (lunch and dinner)
Enjoy these weekly happy hours…
Caballitos | Wednesday | 4pm – late
- $15 Candyritas (cocktails)
Hadiqa | Everyday | 5:00pm – 6:00pm
- $10 Turkish Delight Martini
Huxtaburger | Monday
- $20 Hangry Burger Packs, all day
The Globe | Every Monday | All day
- $20 Parmi with chips or salad
The Globe | Every Tuesday | All day
- $10 Tommy’s Margaritas and $15 Loaded Tacos
The Globe | Daily | 4:30pm - 5:30pm
- $10 Espresso Martinis and sipping back $8 selected pints and $7 house wines
Wolf Lane | Friday | 4:30pm - 5:30pm
- 50% OFF selected cocktails
RAC Arena
With international travel back on the cards, some of the world’s biggest music acts are heading back to Perth to play RAC Arena over the next few months.
Check RAC Arena’s upcoming calendar here.
Optus Stadium
This world class entertainment facility, right here in Perth, offers spectators a ‘fan-first’ approach in both design and technology. The Stadium hosts AFL, soccer, rugby league and union as well as some of the world’s biggest musicians.
Surrounded by the Stadium Park, there is everything from nature playgrounds in the Chevron Parklands to the BHP Boardwalk and Amphitheatre, picnic areas for a family barbeque and public art.
Experience the energetic atmosphere of Optus Stadium with this calendar of epic events, visit our Optus Stadium hub here.
Parking
- 3-hour Free Parking on Weekends & Public Holidays (CPP Cultural Centre, CPP Pier Street and CPP His Majesty’s)
- FREE Night Parking from 6pm, 7 days a week
- $13 All-Day Weekday Parking at select car parks
For more information, visit cityofperthparking.com.au.
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