What’s on around Perth this week

Here’s a comprehensive guide to what’s happening around Perth this week.

And for more fun and things to do around town, don’t forget to check out:

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• Perth’s best quiz nights
• Food news and events wrap
• Perth’s best weekly meal specials
• Perth’s best happy hours

ON-GOING

Entwined in the Valley @ Swan Valley

Returning for an extended season this spring, Entwined in the Valley invites visitors to experience a range of exclusive and unique events in the stunning surrounds of the Swan Valley. From hands-on masterclasses and indulgent high teas to lazy long lunches and delectable dinners, there’s plenty to discover over the journey. Check out the full program here.

TIME • RONE @ AGWA

TIME • RONE is AGWA’s spectacular exhibition, taking over Centenary Galleries, which have been fully opened for the first time in almost 20 years, allowing for an immersive experience the likes of which Perth has never seen. Along with the exhibition proper (running until February 2025), there is also exclusive long table dining events, after dark sessions and hidden bar to explore – get all the details and book your visit here.

Hatched @ PICA

PICA’s Hatched: National Graduate Show 2024 presents a dynamic selection of emerging artists recently graduated from art schools across Australia, taking over the stunning surrounds of PICA until October 13. Nominated by their teachers and selected by a panel of nationally acclaimed artists and curators, Hatched represents the diverse and compelling practices of the next generation of artistic voices – more info here.

Lights Alive @ Perth Zoo

Perth Zoo is staying up late for Lights Alive! Kicking off this Saturday and running until October 20, Perth Zoo stays open until 7.30pm, with the lights flicking on at 4pm with a dazzling light trail to explore. There’s also live acoustic music on the oak lawn, roving entertainment and more, and don’t forget you can do all this with your Perth Zoo Free Pass.

Indian Ocean Craft Triennial @ Various

Following its 2021 debut, the Indian Ocean Craft Triennial (IOTA) makes its much-anticipated return to Western Australia this month, with 32 lead artists activating the WA community across over 70 exhibitions to the theme of, ‘Codes in Parallel’. It runs for three months, with an ‘international’ exhibition at its heart from six Indian countries – India, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, South Africa, including First Nations Australians and Australians of diverse heritages. There will also be a community-led component – presenting a further 60+ exhibitions and activating more than 300 artists from Esperance to Broome! Get all the details at indianoceancrafttriennial.com.

Empress Josephine’s Garden @ WA Maritime Museum

Making its global debut, Empress Joséphine’s Garden is a modern, immersive large-screen digital experience exploring the little-known story of Empress Joséphine Bonaparte’s garden in Paris! Discover how it was filled with flora and fauna from around the globe including black swans, kangaroos, emus, and hundreds of exotic plants from WA at this new exhibition at the WA Maritime Museum. It kicks off this Saturday and runs through til February next year – more info/tickets here.

The Revival House @ Como Theatre

The Revival House is dedicated to bringing the Como Theatre back to its cinematic roots by screening movies exclusively from 16mm or 35mm film prints! Catch a mix of cult faves, Academy Award-winners, cinema classics, kids jams and more on the big screen in the beautiful surrounds of the art deco Como Theatre. Check out their upcoming program here.

WEDNESDAY 9 OCTOBER

Teddy Bears Picnic @ Manning Park, Spearwood

Grab your favourite teddy bear for a special Teddy Bears Picnic at Manning Park! Pack a picnic blanket and get down from 9.30am-1pm for a free community event and great day out for the tiny ones (both teddy bear and human!). More info here.

Bottomless Curry @ Market Grounds

Market Grounds marvellous Bottomless Curry Club is on again every Wednesday from 5pm this month. October. Enjoy bottomless plates of authentic curry for $50pp, with three dishes to choose from and delicious sides to add on – book ahead here.

Jazz Wednesdays @ Hyde Park Hotel

Pete Jeavons has teamed up with The Hyde Park Hotel for his own weekly jazz night, slinking down from 6-8pm with one of Perth’s finest trio of musicians – more info here.

THURSDAY 10 OCTOBER

Lost & Found Festival @ Ferguson Valley (Thu-Sun)

If you’re headed south this weekend why not stop over and check out some of the fantastic events happening across Lost & Found Festival. Explore long table dinners, E-bike nature tours, Gin & Graze, Boozy Bottomless Brunches, Jazz & Pizza Nights and more. Details here.

Local Weirdos Wine Dinner @ Margot’s

Margot’s is bringing the best West Oz winemakers to their monthly Wine Dinners, starting with Swan Valley legends Local Weirdos! Enjoy four glasses of wine and six paired dishes by chef Chase Weber, including freshly shucked oysters, a loaded charcuterie board, aged kingfish with smoked olive brine, decadent potato pasta topped with caviar, shared mains and strawberries and cream to finish. Book here.

Jerry Fraser @ Print Hall

The one and only ‘King of Oysters’ returns to Print Hall from 4pm this Thursday for some expertly-shucked fresh oysters at $4 each.

Thrifty Thursdays @ FOMO Freo

FOMO Freo is upping the ante with Thrifty Thursdays! A huuuuuuge selection of FOMO’s tastiest vendors are serving up wallet-friendly hawker-style specials for lunch and dinner every week. Think $15 laksa from Yin Yang, $10 curry and rice from Mumbai Rocks, $25 nasi campur and Bintang from Suku and loads more.

The Mad Hatters @ Bobeche (Fri-Sun)

Bobeche Cocktail Bar’s new event wraps up this weekend with special guests Kuld Creamery (10-12 October). More info/booking here.

CBD Pizza Club @ COPIA

COPIA is launching a new Pizza Club in the CBD, featuring woodfired pizzas in their cosy courtyard every Thursday and Friday from 4.30pm. There’ll be a weekly rotating menu of gourmet pizzas and COPIA’s famed extensive wine list to enjoy. Check their Insta for what’s coming up on the menu each week.

The Gong Show @ Comedy Lounge

Welcome to The Gong Show, where comedians battle it out with their best jokes against the gong with three minutes to make you laugh or face the wrath of the gong! More info/tickets here.

FRIDAY 11 OCTOBER

Perth International Burlesque Festival @ Various

The Perth International Burlesque Festival brings unparalleled International and Australian burlesque, cabaret and variety performers to Perth and regional Western Australia, icking off this weekend. Hosted by internationally acclaimed hilarious drag queen BeBe Gunn (QLD), your eyes will feast on a stunning array of performers – check out the main events here.

Side Splitter Comedy Festival @ Memorial Hall (Fri + Sat)

The popular Side Splitter Comedy festival returns for its ninth massive year of laughter at the iconic Memorial Hall in Hamilton Hill, and this is the final weekend! You’ll find hilarious comedy galas, showcases, split bills and solo show, plus a pop-up garden bar, food truck and more – get the deets here.

Perth Boutique Warehouse Sale @ North Perth Town Hall (Fri + Sat)

North Perth Town Hall hosts a boutique warehouse sale featuring 80% off brands ESSENĆIA, Ambra, Maddalena, Department on Beaufort, Insurge Clothing, Harlow North, Mariko Boutique and more. 9am-4pm on Friday and Saturday.

Tourist @ Jack Rabbit Slim’s

Grammy Award-winning UK songwriter and producer Tourist’s Australian tour hits Perth this Friday for a special live show at Jack Rabbit Slim’s in Northbridge. Doors at 7pm, tickets on sale here.

Sorrento Night Markets @ Seacrest Park

From 4.30-8.30pm get along to find food trucks, light up fairies, gift stalls, live music and more. It’s pet friendly so take a picnic rug and enjoy a lovely night out with the whole fam.

Bayswater Twilight Markets @ Bert Wright Park

Back by ‘Paw-Pular’ demand, the Baysie Twilight Markets are a great spot to dine in the park with your family and four legged friends with food trucks for the people, and pet treats for your pooches! 5-8pm.

SATURDAY 12 OCTOBER

Smoking on the Swan @ The Camfield

It’s a sizzling showdown this Saturday where 11 teams will compete for American BBQ glory in the final round of the Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) Championship season. Supported by Mondo Butcher & Smallgoods, Harvey Beef Reserve, and Linley Valley Pork, no matter who comes out on top – you win! More info/bookings here.

Spaghetti Disco @ Bob’s Bar

Spaghetti Disco is taking over the Print Hall rooftop, Bob’s Bar, every Saturday night with a rockin’ rooftop party serving up piping hot disco and party tunes, smouldering drink specials and a delicious up-late menu featuring Provola Bites with Gochujang Aioli, Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder Croquettes and of course, hot chippies.

Songs for Freedom @ Dyoondalup Point Walter

Songs for Freedom returns to showcase some of the highlights and favourites from more than a decade’s worth of songs created in the town of Ieramugadu (Roebourne) by Ngarluma, Yindjibarndi, and visiting artists. This year’s free concert marks the end of an incredible 14-year project, offering a rare opportunity to connect with the timeless songs and stories of an ancient culture, alongside inspiring material from the next generation – get all the details here.

Grey Hound Adoption Day @ Mary Street Piazza

The Beaufort Street Network is teaming up with Greyhound Adoptions WA (GAWA) to help find some homes for greyhounds in WA. They GAWA team will be on hand to help with adoption questions and paperwork, with a few gorgeous pups for you to meet from 9am-3pm.

Chaos Concludes @ Naval Store (Sat + Sun)

Renowned WA artist Hans Bruechle aka HANDBRAKE unveils his biggest solo exhibition to date, Chaos Concludes, taking over Fremantle’s historic Naval Store and transforming the space into an immersive art experience where a cinematic projection installation will bring a large-scale new HANDBRAKE mural to life. Saturday night is free to enter (6-11pm) with drinks including a martini ice luge and specially-designed cocktail, plus food by Al Pastor, free HANDBRAKE tattoos, DJs and more. Or you can swing by on Sunday (10am-5pm) for a more chill look at the exhibition.

Tokyo Market @ State Theatre Centre Courtyard

The Tokyo Market returns to celebrate emerging artists, performers and cosplayers in a casual, donation-entry event perfect for all from 10am-4pm.

BEERHALL @ Shelter

Shelter’s Oktoberfest-inspired festival BEERHALL is on this Saturday. It’s free to attend, with traditional German Festbier and Belgian Kriek Lambic for your drinking pleasure, plus some amazing food from a special menu including fresh pretzels with cheese dip, pork knuckle and cheese kransky rolls. More info here.

Press Flower Framing Workshops @ Henry Summer

The team at Open Hands creative are partnering with Henry Summer to bring you this lush new workshop teaching you everything you need to know about pressed flowers; how to collect them, press them and everything in between! Walk away with a beautiful flower artwork in a 100% recycled wood frame, and enjoy two complimentary drinks, tea and coffee, grazing table and good vibes while you do it! 1.30-4pm, book tickets here.

RTRFM Social Saturdays @ Rosemount Hotel

Every Saturday in the Rosie’s backyard enjoy RTRFM’s Social Saturdays, featuring an afternoon of community connection through shared experience from 2pm.

Farmer’s Market @ Perth City Farm

The weekly Saturday Farmer’s Market at Perth City Farm is a chance to shop locally and support Perth’s growers and farmers while also saving some dollarydoos! Head down from 8am-midday.

Subi Night Markets @ Market Square

The Subi Night Market are back baby! Each Saturday Market Square comes alive with more than 40 food trucks and speciality pop-up food vendors, a well-stocked gin bar from Spirit of Little Things Gin and plenty of gems in the artisan market stalls, plus this year’s market features surprise performances that capture the essence of European street life. Get all the details here.

Scarborough Sunset Markets @ Scarborough Beach Amphitheatre

It’s time to throw on your winter warmers because the Winter Edition of everyone’s fave coastal markets is back – every Saturday from 3-8pm! Turning the esplanade into a cosy sanctuary, you’ll find over 50 foodies and retailers, DJs, marshmallows around the firepit and more. Get all the details here.

SUNDAY 13 OCTOBER

Spud Fest @ Johnny Fox’s

Get ready for a spud-tacular day out at Johnny Fox’s and a celebration of all things potato, Irish style! Jig down to JF’s from 12-9pm with face painters, a kids’ craft station, bouncy castle, Irish dancers, live music, pop-up bar and of course, a specially-crafted potato-inspired food menu. More info here.

Leedy Laneway Dinner @ Various

Four courses, five venues, one-hundred-and-twenty mates and one looooong table! The Leedy Laneway Dinner is a collaborative community dining experience taking place in Electric Lane and featuring delicious delights from Pincho’s, Powell’s, Servo, Vikka and The Garden. Fire up the group chat and get your tickets here.

Markets by the Sea @ North Shore Community Hub, Kallaroo

Markets by the Sea is back for a vibrant market set against a picturesque beachside backdrop, complete with ample free parking, a licensed bar, and lush green spaces featuring over 80 incredible local artisans, creators, and food enthusiasts. Delight in a diverse line-up of unique stalls, mouth-watering food trucks, and live acoustic music that will keep the good vibes flowing. A beaut day for the whole framily, head down from 10am-3pm.

First Nations Fusion @ Yagan Square

A very special performances heads to Yagan this Sunday when a Native American dance group, on tour from the USA, unites with two Noongar dance groups for a one-of-a-kind cultural exchange. The powerful celebration of First Nations’ people and cultures kicks off at 12pm for an immersive, 90-minute performance that transcends geographical boundaries, bridging communities with the shared language of art.

Second Life Markets @ Leederville Hotel

The Second Life Markets will be taking over ground level at Leederville Hotel for a spring market with over 60 stalls of curated pre-loved, vintage and up-cycled sellers, art and more. 10am-3pm, find out more here.

Sunday Music @ Fremantle Arts Centre

Freo’s beloved free Sunday music series has returned for another huge summer of afternoons in the green surrounds of the Fremantle Arts Centre courtyard. This weekend you can catch the cruisy tunes of Gunfu and Butter, live from 2pm.

Sunday Sessions @ Doubleview Bowls Club

Every Sunday arvo from 2pm head to the Doubleview bowlo for free barefoot bowls, music from Orange Ave DJs, pop-up kitchen by North54, giveaways, drink specials and more!

NEXT WEEK

No More Blank Walls @ Subiaco

From October 17-27, Subi will be transformed with an art and culture takeover that includes over 10 murals, a pop-up gallery exhibition, community events, workshops, street art tours, mural battles, a festival hub and live art activities throughout. A true celebration of street art culture, this year’s fest will showcase a fantastic lineup of world-renowned artists, including Sofles (QLD), and Curtis Hylton (UK) and Wild Drawing (IDN). All have a diverse range of styles and techniques, bringing creative flare to the Subiaco precinct, which in case you missed the memo, is well and truly back. Get all the deets and check the program here.

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