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What’s on this week in Perth

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Plateful Perth
Ready your appetite because Plateful Perth is back this week, bringing 90+ offers from the City's best restaurants, bars, hotels and cafes. If you're hungry for more, there's plenty of other events on the menu this week - just keep reading.


Commonwealth Games Live Site

Now - Sunday 2 August | Northbridge Piazza

Experience all the excitement of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games right in the heart of Perth, with select events showing live at Northbridge Piazza!

Toddlerfest

Now - Sunday 2 August | Scitech

Let your tiny explorer’s curiosity run wild at Toddlerfest this winter! Introduce your budding scientist to the world of science through everything from glowing gardens and interactive story times to seeing the sun up close in the planetarium.

Judith Forrest: Out of the Ordinary Exhibition

Now – 6 August | Gallery Central

Out of the Ordinary marks the culmination of 50 years of Judith Forrest’s art practice, focussing on the everyday actions that carry deep meaning. Through sketching, she has documented the interactions between people: how they sit, wait, talk, and engage with one another, as well as their relationships with animals, including pets, and the ways they socialise together.

SkyVista Ferris Wheel

Now - 23 August | Riverside Drive Foreshore 

Take the school holidays to new heights with SkyVista, a 36 metre tall ferris wheel that's just popped up at Riverside Drive Foreshore. SkyVista offers breathtaking 360-degree views across the Swan River, the Perth city skyline, Elizabeth Quay and beyond, and transforms after dark with thousands of dazzling lights. 

X-Press Magazine: 41 Years on the Streets

Now – 6 September | State Library of WA

From humble beginnings as a small but plucky guide to Perth’s nightlife, X-Press Magazine has become a highly influential bible for all things music, art, fashion, food and drink in Perth. Curated by former X-Press editor Bob Gordon, the exhibition reflects on the magazine’s cultural impact and legacy. With the title now owned by local media company Vanguard Media Group, it also looks to the brand’s digital future.

Ocean Xperience

Now – 11 October | WA Museum Boola Bardip

Step into the world of National Geographic’s OceanXplorers and get ready for a hands-on ocean adventure the whole family can enjoy. Designed with families in mind, the experience invites children and adults to explore side by side. Through interactive play, storytelling, and immersive environments, visitors learn how researchers discover new species and explore some of the most remote parts of our oceans.

The Orchard

Thursday 30 July - Saturday 1 August | Elizabeth Quay

Gather, unwind and savour the season - escape to The Orchard this winter. Meet amongst the orange trees, long tables and glowing lights this winter at Elizabeth Quay. Settle in with live music by the water, then wander the Quay to dine at some of Perth's best riverside spots. 

Movies at the Museum: OceanXplorers Episodes

Tuesday 28 July | WA Museum Boola Bardip

See the OceanXplorers' team in action in this extraordinary National Geographic series produced by James Cameron. Presented alongside WA Museum Boola Bardip's OceanXperience exhibition, these screenings invite you to look deeper and experience the wonder of discovery, the power of science, and the vital role our oceans play in shaping life on Earth.

Lil's Hideout Dinner Series: Toscana

Thursday 30 July | Lil's Rooftop Bar

Lil's new Italian dinner series begins this Thursday in Tuscany. Get your tickets now for this long-table feast inspired by one of Italy's most loved regions, with comforting dishes designed for sharing.

Plateful Perth

Saturday 1 - 31 August | Across the City

This August Perth transforms into a food lover’s paradise as Plateful Perth shakes the City out of hibernation. From cocktail flights to exclusive dining experiences and chef-led masterclasses it’s the perfect time to explore Perth’s vibrant hospitality scene.

Carl Barron

Saturday 1 August | RAC Arena

Comedy icon Carl Barron is back, inviting audiences into a night of gentle curiosity, quiet questions and hilarious observations with his brand new show Just Wondering Why.

Hatched: National Graduate Show 2026

Saturday 1 August - 4 October | PICA

Marking its 35th year, PICA is proud to present the 2026 Hatched National Graduate Show. Showcasing recent graduates from art schools across Australia, Hatched offers a national survey of emerging artistic talent, highlighting the diversity and creativity of the next generation of the country’s most promising artists, selected for their creative excellence and unique modes of expression.

Upcoming

Calcio Italiano

5 – 11 August | Optus Stadium

See the giants of Italian football this August, when four of Italy’s fiercest football rivals leave Europe and play in Perth. AC Milan, Inter, Juventus and Palermo – among the most successful and widely supported clubs in world football – bring their legacy and pride to the pitch at Optus Stadium

Little Italy Festival

5 – 9 August | Optus Stadium

As part of Calcio Italiano, Stadium Park will come alive with Little Italy, a vibrant festival celebrating the best of Italian culture. Discover authentic food trucks, live entertainment, cultural showcases, family-friendly activities and more as the precinct transforms into a bustling hub of food, music and community.

Melbourne Storm v Manly Waringah Sea Eagles

8 August | HBF Park

Can’t wait for the 2027 NRL season? Catch Melbourne Storm as they take on one of their biggest rivals, Manly Sea Eagles, at HBF Park on Saturday 8 August. Feel the electricity of a Storm home game and experience edge-of-your-seat action, big hits & unmissable moments. 

Watercolour Society of WA - 46th Annual Awards Exhibition

6 - 9 August | Perth City Farm

Immerse yourself in the world of watercolour at the Watercolour Society of WA's 46th Annual Awards Exhibition. Enjoy live painting demos, chat with talented artists, and get hands-on at the interactive ‘Try Me’ table — perfect for curious creatives of all ages.

Honky Tonk Friday

28 August | Perth City Farm

Back by popular demand, Honky Tonk Friday returns to kick off Barn Dance weekend in true country style. Head to Perth City Farm for an evening of bootscootin’, live music and plenty of good times.

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