Begin your adventure at the Mandurah Visitor Centre,

The Giants of Mandurah is a free outdoor exhibition created by internationally renowned artist, Thomas Dambo, to highlight the beauty and importance of protecting our native flora and fauna.

Adventure through Mandurah’s bushland, waterways and wetlands to discover each hidden Giant. Collect clues along the way to reveal the location of the final Giant, but shhh… don’t tell anybody!

Event Dates: Daily from the 12th November 2022 until the 7th August 2025

Event Location: Visit Mandurah - 75 Mandurah Terrace

The Fremantle Markets is a truly iconic tourist attraction.

Originally opened in 1897, the heritage listed building still stands strong and proud, filled with history and lively entertainment. Stroll through over 150 stalls, each as unique as the next, and explore the craftsmanship, culinary skills, agricultural gains and musical talents of our fellow West Australians.

Event Dates: Open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the year - 9am to 6pm.

Event Location: Fremantle Markets, South Terrace and Henderson Street, Fremantle

Be enchanted by a world of colour, curiosity and culture when you find yourself in Empress Joséphine's Garden.

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 Western Australia.

Knitting together a shared history between France and Australia, explore themes of power, wealth, and the excitement of new scientific discoveries in the 19th century, all through the eyes of socialite, amateur botanist, and Empress of France – Joséphine Bonaparte.

Your immersive adventure into Empress Joséphine's Garden awaits!

Images: Luke Riley Creative. Courtesy WA Museum

We invite you to pause and take a quiet moment to sit with the stories of the Carrolup children, reflecting on their lived experiences as part of the Stolen Generations. This space offers more than just a glimpse into the past – it is a place to connect with the resilience, creativity, and enduring spirit of these children who were forcibly removed from their families and detained at the Carrolup Native Settlement in the 1940s.

Kattidj Nagãr features artworks and personal objects created by the children, each piece holding memories of loss, survival, and an unbroken connection to Country. It is a dedicated space for reflection, remembrance, and the sharing of truth, welcoming all who wish to honour these stories and carry them forward. Kattidj Nagãr is open to you throughout the year, offering an ongoing invitation to engage with this important history in a spirit of respect and understanding.

Header Image: Once known child artist, Untitled, 1946-50, pastel and charcoal on paper. 19.3 x 24.5cm. Curtin University Art Collection. The Herbert Mayer Collection of Carrolup Artwork was donated for educational and research purposes by Colgate University, Hamilton, New York, USA in 2013.

Exhibition Open: 7 February – 19 December 2025

Monday – Friday 10am – 5pm
Sunday 12pm – 4pm
Closed Saturdays and Public Holidays

The City of Joondalup, other local governments and the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) will present the WA Tree Festival to our community for its third consecutive year from Saturday 12 April - Saturday 10 May 2025.

WA Tree Festival brings us all together to share the value of trees and encourages us to protect and improve our urban tree canopy across the Perth metropolitan area.

Trees provide vital habitat for wildlife, improve our streetscapes and increase our property values, and can improve our physical and mental health and wellbeing. Trees also absorb pollutants, keep us cool by combating the urban heat island effect, provide shade, reduce water runoff and help us to conserve energy.

Join us for a month-long celebration of trees, biodiversity, wildlife and the beautiful outdoors!

Revealed: New and Emerging WA Aboriginal Artists celebrates the diversity and vibrancy of Aboriginal artistic practice in Western Australia.

Established in 2008, this annual program brings Aboriginal art centres and independent artists from across the state to Perth for an exhibition, art market and more. Under the leadership of the Aboriginal Art Centre Hub Western Australia (AACHWA) since 2023, Revealed is proudly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led and governed. As the only program of its kind in WA, Revealed has grown into an unmissable event on the national arts calendar. 

In its 17th year, the ambitious state-wide exhibition will be presented for the first time at PICA. Curated by Whadjuk, Ballardong and Wilman Noongar artist and curator Zali Morgan, the exhibition will showcase works by new and emerging Aboriginal artists from remote and regional art centres, as well as independent artists. Participation in the exhibition is open to Aboriginal artists of any medium living in Western Australia, with the final selection of artworks made by a panel of independent industry experts. In 2025, the Revealed Exhibition Selection Panel consists of Sharyn Egan, Debra Miller, Tyrown Waigana and Zali Morgan. 

The exhibition features artists working in a variety of media and styles specific to place. Spanning painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and weaving, works in the exhibition are available to purchase, with sales directly supporting Aboriginal artists, art centres and their communities.  

These school holidays, Spare Parts Puppet Theatre and Shoppe on Langley Park will entertain the kids through a weeklong series of playful puppetry theatre workshops introducing children to the world of puppetry and encouraging their curiosity and imagination.

This is a daily event series that features four different workshops aimed at different age groups: from 3 to 14 years old.  This is a great opportunity for kids and adults to enjoy the magic of puppetry together. 

Sessions:

• Hand Puppets: During this workshop, kids make their own hand puppets from scratch using fabric, stuffing and other decorations. This workshop’s difficulty can be adapted for age and skill level.

• Puppet Playtime: Puppet Playtime is an interactive experience specially crafted for children aged 3 to 7 years old. Designed to nurture their creativity and love for storytelling, each session brings a beloved children’s book to life through the art of puppetry.

• Performing with Puppets: Spare Parts Puppet Theatre's talented puppeteers will teach students to use different puppetry styles in storytelling and performance, including hand puppets, marionettes and body puppets.

• Puppet Lab: In this innovative workshop, young creators combine puppetry, storytelling, and new digital technologies. Using a custom-built iPad app, students design and control their digital puppets through state-of-the-art hand-tracking technology, unlocking endless storytelling possibilities that connect their puppet creations with the world around them.

The Perth Comedy Festival is Perth’s biggest annual comedy event. Every April and May, the best comedians from Australia and beyond take to stages across Perth for a massive month of comedy.

The Festival program features performances from the finest Australian acts, the biggest international stars and the most promising emerging talent offering up everything from stand up to sketch, satire, impro, musical, absurdist, theatre, magic and kids comedy.

If you’re not sure what to see, why not check out the Gala at the Regal Theatre, Showcase of Freo Social, or our hit late-night show at The Rechabite, The Biggest Comedy Show On Earth.

Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre's new multi-disciplinary exhibition Its Always Been Always is a tribute to Blak women, celebrating their powerful connections to Country, Community, and Culture.

Curated by Whadjuk, Ballardong, and Wilman Noongar artist and curator Zali Morgan, It's Always Been Always brings together works by six acclaimed Aboriginal female artists from across Australia. Featuring newly commissioned and existing works by Wendy Hubert (Yindjibarndi – Juluwarlu Art Group), Harriette Bryant (Pitjantjatjara – Mimili Maku Arts), Kaylene Whiskey (Yankunytjatjara – Iwantja Arts), Jazz Money (Wiradjuri and Irish), Yabini Kickett (Bibulmun/Noongar), and Amanda Bell (Badimia and Yued Noongar).

This exhibition seeks to amplify the vital roles of Aboriginal women as custodians, connectors, and community leaders. Through their art, these women share stories of resilience, kinship, and the unique ways they sustain and nurture their relationships with land, family, and identity.

Step into the all-new Lightscape 2025: A dazzling, after-dark wonderland in Kings Park and Botanic Garden, Perth.

You will be amazed by Lightscape 2025 – the world-renowned, award-winning spectacle that’s set to return to Kings Park this winter with an entirely NEW and unforgettable experience! 

Fast becoming Perth’s favourite winter tradition, Lightscape 2025 is bigger, better and brighter than ever before – featuring more than 20 spectacular works by international and local artists that delve into the world of natural attraction.  

Whether you're seeking a family-friendly adventure, a romantic night out, or simply a chance to immerse yourself in nature after-dark with friends, Lightscape 2025 offers a breathtaking and unique experience for everyone.   

MAMMA MIA! This promises to be the musical theatre event of the year! Join us for an unforgettable night filled with laughter, love, and the timeless hits of ABBA that have captured hearts across the globe.

Set on a picturesque Greek island, MAMMA MIA! tells the heart warming story of Sophie, a young bride-to-be, searching for her birth father. With her wedding fast approaching, Sophie invites three men from her mother Donna’s past, hoping to uncover the truth. What follows is a lively and unexpected journey through cherished memories, heartfelt revelations, and joyous celebrations—all set to over 20 of ABBA's greatest hits!

Don't miss out on this spectacular musical extravaganza! Secure your tickets today and experience the magic of MAMMA MIA! in Perth. It's an event you’ll cherish and talk about for years to come. Book now and be part of the musical phenomenon!

Presented by: HAMA Productions

Perth, Australia—Get ready for an exhilarating nautical extravaganza as the 2025 Perth Boat Show sails into the Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre from September 19th - 21st. This year's event promises an impressive line up of global and Australian boating technology, offering attendees the chance to gear up with top-notch equipment and explore a diverse array of watercraft and sleek trailer boats.

Over three exciting days, the Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre will come alive with over 250 boats and an extensive range of marine, boating, and fishing products. The show will feature a blend of entertainment and educational masterclasses, creating an engaging experience, including a live auction to raise funds. Adding to the excitement, the Perth Boat Show will also debut several vessels and products, marking their first appearance on the market in WA. 
Boating Industry Association of WA (BIAWA) President Sheryl Swarbrick emphasised the show's significance to the Western Australian marine industry. "The Perth Boat Show has become an influential and important platform for the marine industry in Western Australia. Many WA exhibitors use it as a launchpad to unveil new products and vessels, showcasing the latest innovations and technology."

“With over 80 exhibitors showcasing the latest and greatest boating tech and equipment, visitors will be treated to a truly unforgettable experience. This is the major boat show for Western Australia, which is of an international standard and reflects the State’s prosperous and diverse marine industry,” said Sheryl Swarbrick.

Highlights of the Perth Boat Show:
•    Global and Local Exhibitors: The show will feature over 80 exhibitors and showcase the latest boating technology and equipment from around the globe. Attendees can explore a wide range of watercraft, from 14-metres vessels to inflatable boats, catering to serious boating enthusiasts to families looking to enjoy time together on the water.
•    Live Auction, including a DC Deck Co custom marine flooring fit out to the value of $6500
•    Premieres and Launches: Be among the first to witness the debut of new vessels and products, setting the stage for the future of boating.
•    Interactive Displays and Demos: Engage with interactive displays and live demonstrations, offering a hands-on experience with the latest marine innovations.
•    Educational Masterclasses: Twenty sessions will host fishing talks, rope splicing, fish filleting and cooking, navigation, marine safety, and entertainment.
•    Entertainment for All Ages: Enjoy a variety of entertainment options, making it a perfect outing for families and boating enthusiasts.

Don't miss out on this premier boating event of the year. Join us at the 2025 Perth Boat Show for an unforgettable experience celebrating the spirit of adventure and the thrill of the open water.