
With so many activities on offer and plenty of them free, there’s no better place to spend your Easter break than in the City of Light.
From cultural experiences to outdoor adventures and creative workshops, Perth is bursting with opportunities to make lasting memories these school holidays. Whether you're a local or a visitor, these events are sure to make your Easter unforgettable. Don’t forget to download the Perth Trails app to uncover fun facts and hidden stories about the city as you explore!
Check out the full list of events happening across Perth these school holidays by clicking the links below
Easter Holiday Crafts
City of Perth Library | 12 - 27 April
Free
Visit level 4 of the Library for fun craft activities throughout the school holidays.
Erth Dinosaur Encounters
WA Museum Boola Bardip | 14 - 27 April
Free
Watch as a life-size dinosaur stomps and chomps its way through the Museum, brought to life by the talented Erth Dinosaurs performers. You can also adventure into a world of prehistoric fun with the free activity zone and story time area.
Swanning around Perth
Perth CBD | 14 - 27 April
Free
Pick up your map from the iCity Kiosk in Forrest Place and complete all 10 clues at locations around the CBD in a 2.5km loop. Submit your entry at the City of Perth Library to claim your reward!
Dinosaur Hunt Passport Trail
Perth Cultural Centre | 14 - 17 April
Free
Roar into the school holidays with the Dinosaur Hunt Trail. Grab a map and uncover five hidden dinosaurs scattered throughout the precinct.
Mamma Maali at the Quay
Elizabeth Quay | 15 - 30 April
Free
Celebrate our state emblem with 'Mamma Maali' nesting in Elizabeth Quay during the April school holidays. Ride on a giant swan pedal boat train, enjoy swan themed nature play and craft activities, and contribute to the 1,000 swan origami project!
Budding Green Thumbs
Kings Park | 15 and 28 April
Ticketed
Get your hands dirty weeding and mulching, then put your botanist brains to the test by learning to identify some native plants! Take-away pink Everlasting seed bombs to start your very own wildflower garden at home.
Boorloo Boorna Bidi (Perth Tree Trail)
Kings Park | Various dates
Ticketed
Explore this interactive trail at Rio Tinto Naturescape Kings Park and learn all about six of Perth's most popular iconic trees - you may even learn to spot them in your own backyard!
Eggcellent Eggs
Kings Park | 17 and 24 April
Ticketed
Search the bush for hidden eggs belonging to native animals. Hear a story about eggceptional egg-laying animals and take part in creative activities.
Family Twilight Adventure
Kings Park | 17 and 24 April
Ticketed
Check out the insect observatory, search the treetops, bushland and billabong for some native nocturnal friends. Reflect on your adventure with a hot drink and toasted marshmallows around the campfire.
Ballerina Bunny’s Easter Show
City of Perth Library | 17 April
Free - bookings required
Practice your jetés and pirouettes, this musical storytelling experience will invite the whole family to sing, dance, and bounce along with Ballerina Bunny.
Bell Tower Kids Open Day
The Bell Tower | 21 April
Ticketed
Kids can paint a bell decoration and join a treasure hunt. All children's entries include a special Kids Tour (15 minutes long) with interactive bell chiming.
Puppet Playtime Theatre
30 Terrace Road | 21 to 27 April
Ticketed
A daily event series that features four different workshops aimed at different age groups 3 – 14 years old. This is a great opportunity for kids and adults to enjoy the magic of puppetry together.
Draw like an Architect
City of Perth Library | 22 April
Free - bookings required
Join artist Olive Cheng for a walking tour and drawing workshop exploring the built environment of the Cathedral Square Precinct.
Play in the Past
City of Perth Library | 22 to 24 April
Free - bookings required
See how phones and technology have changed, type on a vintage typewriter, try on some retro outfits, or tinker with kitchen tools from the past – can you tell what they were for?
Djeran Fair
Wellington Square | 26 April
Free
Meet the City of Perth Elders and hear stories of old East Perth and enjoy a range of family friendly activities, including art and crafts led by Nyoongar artists.
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