Family Friendly Events for May
We have a great month of family events coming up in May. Mother’s Day is just around the corner, which is a great opportunity to spend some quality time together. If you’re looking for family-friendly events and activities for the month of May, then Buggybuddys has you covered! Check out our list of fun events around Perth including festivals and more for the whole family.
Tree Themed Story Time
Come along to our special WA Tree Festival Storytime with Suzannah. Suitable for children aged 18 months to 5 years. Free – Bookings not required
Tyrepower Joondalup Festival of Motoring
This family-friendly free-to-attend festival will see the city streets of Joondalup pulsing with live music, delicious food, vehicle exhibitions and lots of motorsport action. The festival will embrace Joondalup’s streets and laneways, enabling local businesses to showcase their wares and be part of the action, connecting people, art, culture, food/beverages, and a century of motoring engineering. There will be the colour, sound and excitement of cars in full flight on the 2 km street circuit for the Joondalup City Sprint. But the action won’t all be on track, with attendees being able to wander amongst the street and laneways, displaying hundreds of modern, vintage, exotic and rare vehicles. A complete program of activities will also be happening across the weekend, making the Joondalup Festival of Motoring one of the biggest celebrations of car culture in Perth. The event begins on Friday 2 May, 5pm and ends on Sunday 4 May, 6pm. Further information available at jfom.com.au
A Day on the Bay 2025
A Day on the Bay is a family-friendly event set against the beautiful backdrop of the Claremont Foreshore. There’ll be all sorts of fun activities taking place on the day including:
- Kayaking, Paddle boats, paddle swans and other water-based fun
- Kite flying
- Biodegradable glitter station with the Eco Faeries
- Sustainability stalls
- Cuddly animal farm
- Food vendors
- Live music and performances
- Meet a mermaid
Plus a whole host of other activities are planned for the day – click on the program tab to see the full list of activities and stalls! This is a sustainable, environmentally-friendly event and we ask that you bring your own water bottle. There’ll also be a water tank to allow free refills of water bottles. We encourage walking or cycling to this event. This event is proudly supported by the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions ‘Plastic Free Riverpark Program’ funding.
Tokyo Alley 13: Mystery
3-4 May 2025 (10am-5pm) Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre ️
Check out our FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE Step into a world of detectives and clues as Touko and Sensei unveil Tokyo Alley 13: MYSTERY! Join us for our first ever TWO DAY event, so mark off your calendars for Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th May 2025! This year promises an exciting weekend filled with activities, entertainment, and much more. From 10 am to 5 pm on 3rd & 4th of May 2025, the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre will come to life with over 200 artists, vendors, clubs, non-profits, and non-retail organisations. Dive into the world of Japanese pop culture with panels, workshops, idols, and a cosplay competition and parade that will showcase the incredible creativity of enthusiasts.
️Ticket Types
Special Tickets
- ADULT General Admission (Weekend) + Early Bird Gift Pack (LIMITED) Gift bag includes an adorable TA13 embroidered patch, clear file, print, sticker, badge, Exclusive Event Tokyo Alley Trading Cards in an official TA13 bag!
Single Day Admission
- ADULT General Admission – Single-Day ($35 ONLINE, $40 AT-THE-DOOR) Ages: 13+
- CHILD General Admission – Single-Day ($20 ONLINE, $25 AT-THE-DOOR) Ages: 8 – 12
- FAMILY General Admission – Single-Day ($80 ONLINE, $90 AT-THE-DOOR) 2x ADULT General Admission – Single-Day 2x CHILD General Admission – Single-Day
Weekend Admission
- ADULT General Admission – Weekend ($50 ONLINE, $55 AT-THE-DOOR) Ages: 13+
- CHILD General Admission – Weekend ($30 ONLINE, $35 AT-THE-DOOR) Ages: 8 – 12
- FAMILY General Admission – Weekend ($120 ONLINE, $130 AT-THE-DOOR) 2x ADULT General Admission – Weekend 2x CHILD General Admission – Weekend
HBF Run for a Reason
Have you secured your place yet for Perth’s best day out in 2025? HBF Run for a Reason is back and ready to inspire you to move, connect, and create lasting impact on Sunday 25 May. Get ready to hit the streets with three distances to choose from – each jam-packed with course entertainment to keep you motivated every step of the way. Brooks Half Marathon, Specsavers 12km and the CommBank 3km. The CommBank 3km is a perfect distance for families and first timers! This fun-filled course takes you through the heart of the city and this year they have ramped up the entertainment to ensure you’re entertained every step of the way. In 2024, HBF broke records with over 37,000 West Aussies participating and more than $1.3 million raised for charity.
What incredible milestones can we achieve together this year? Enter at hbfrun.com.au
Date: Sunday 25 May
Location: • Starting point: Corner of Hay Street and William Street, Perth • Finish point: Gloucester Park, East Perth Time: View your distance wave for your start time www.hbf.com.au/run
FIFO Family Meet-Up
Are you a FIFO family in Perth, wanting to meet others who get what it’s like to live a FIFO life?
This free event is your opportunity to connect and have a cuppa with other local FIFO Families who ‘get it’, where you can begin to overcome the loneliness and isolation that too often comes with FIFO rosters and being a FIFO partner.
Bonus – you get an outing on a Sunday morning, where the kids are contained (fully-fenced play area), you’re inside if it rains and there are lots of great coffee shops nearby.
Act Now! Yes tickets are free but you must sign up to attend through Eventbrite, as numbers for the venue are capped and we don’t want you to miss out.
* Please select 1 ticket for every member of the family attending *
* Children must have their own ticket *
Will there be more events? Absolutely! There are monthly TFFP (The FIFO Family Project) meet-ups planned across Perth for the rest of 2025. Join our Facebook group to stay updated on the next meet-ups and other activities: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefifofamilyproject
Thank you! We want to say a big thank-you to our venue sponsor for this event – Meerilinga. We couldn’t host this event indoors without your generous support.
Garden & Gourmet
Say hello to Garden & Gourmet, Perth’s newest market experience!
Set amongst the lush Supreme Court Gardens is a culinary and botanical experience, featuring an impressive line-up of local food vendors, gardening gurus and plant enthusiasts.
Pop-up Art Market
Come along to the City’s first Pop-up Art Markets, located at Town Centre. Explore more than 25 stalls of handcrafted goods; indulge your taste buds with treats from our food vendors; and be sure to visit the Community Art Exhibition held at Lyal Richardson Hall. Key Details Date: Sunday 18 May 2025 Time: 12pm – 5pm Location: Gosnells Town Centre – 2232 Albany Hwy, Gosnells
National Simultaneous Storytime – Belmont
For families with children 2 to 6 years Join us for a fun-filled story session as we participate in National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS), along with a 100 other libraries across the country! This year’s book is The Truck Cat written by author Deborah Frenkel, and illustrated by Danny Snell. It is a heart-felt story about cats and humans, immigration and identity, and homes lost and found. After the story session, children will have the opportunity to decorate their own cat themed cookie! Tickets are not required for this free event with the exception of school and childcare groups. Please contact the library on (08) 9477 7150 for further assistance. Please note:
- Please do not attend if unwell
- To enable a safe, enjoyable experience at our library events children aged 11 and under must be supervised at all times by a parent, guardian or carer
National Simultaneous Storytime – The Truck Cat – Morley
Come along to a special Storytime session to join the nation i na sumltaenous reading of The Truck Cat written by Deborah Frenkel and illustrated by Danny Snell. Enjoy this lovely story about belonging and conenction followed by a craft activity and face painting. For more information, visit Eventbrite. The Truck Cat is a story about cats and humans, immigration and identity, and homes lost and found. Along with his human, Yacoub, Tinka travels roads wide and narrow, near and distant. But no matter how much they travel, home feels very far away – for both of them. When Tinka and Yacoub are unexpectedly separated, they are determined to find their way back to each other – and, in doing so, might find more than they expected …
National Simultaneous Storytime – Bindoon
Kids’ Wardrobe & Toy Refresh
Join us for our Kids’ Wardrobe & Toy Refresh!
Please join us for Cambridge’s Children’s Wardrobe and Toy Refresh up to size 12, including clothing, accessories, shoes, toys, games, books etc. Recycle the things your kids no longer love and enjoy picking out some new items that they do. Save your money for experiences instead of wasting it on fast fashion and help out the planet! Everything left over is donated to charity…
How does it work?
Clear out your kids’ wardrobes, drawers and storage of items that are too big, too small, too daggy or they just won’t wear or don’t use. Pre-prepare: Bring your things already sorted into different categories:
- For the racks: Dresses, jackets, dress pants, suits, skirts, shirts etc should already be on hangers ready for you to pop on the clothes racks;
- For the tables: Casual pants, jeans, t-shirts, shorts, exercise gear, shoes, bags, toys/books etc will have tables allocated to them. Please sort them in their categories to make it easier for you to place on the clearly marked tables.
On the day:
- Register at the desk;
- Weigh your incoming bags (so we know how much textile waste we are saving from landfill);
- Hang your items (which will already be on hangers) on the racks;
- Place your items that can go on tables according to their clothing types;
- Browse the racks for items you need!!
We will have spare hangers and a sorting table for those who couldn’t pre-prepare. In this case – use the table to sort, hang using our clothes hangers, then hang your items and place on the racks set up around the event. There will be staff to assist you on the day. Register for the Winter/Spring Kids Refresh Register for the Summer/Autumn Kids Refresh
Adult Wardrobe Refresh
Join us for Cambridge’s Adult and Teen Wardrobe Refresh! Invite your friends and family so there are plenty of sizes and styles for everyone to choose from on the day. Recycle the clothes, shoes and accessories that you no longer love and enjoy picking out some new items that you do. Everything left over is donated to charity. Save your money for experiences instead of wasting it on fast fashion and help out the planet! Register online for the Autumn Refresh Register online for the Winter Refresh Register online for the Spring Refresh Register online for the Summer Refresh How does it work?
- Clean out your wardrobe, drawers and storage
- Bring men’s and women’s clothing, accessories, shoes and items
- Bring your items on hangers and place them on the racks or tables according to their sizes or clothing types
- Weigh in your items, so we know how much textile waste we are saving from landfill
- Browse the racks for items you need
- Take your new finds home and enjoy your free “new-to-you” wardrobe
- Wear your new items proudly and tag us in any photos you may show on social media #TownOfCambridge #TOCrefresh
All items that have not been swapped will be donated to local charities by the Town.
Sunday Fundays – Claremont Museum
Get creative at the Claremont Museum on selected Sundays over autumn and winter with a range of fun and educational kids activities. Activities take place in the Museum Courtyard between 11am-1pm and are suitable for all ages. We ask parents to always supervise their children and assist where required. These events are free, however, bookings are essential. Please click on the Event Program tab for more information and booking links. A PDF of the event program can be found here.
Archaeology for Kids-Dig into the Past!
Join expert archaeologists from Archae-Aus for a hands-on kids’ excavation workshop .
Legacy Lantern Ceremony FREE Community Event
Join us for a special moment of remembrance as we invite you to light a lantern in honor of your loved ones and release it onto the lake.
Toddler and Senior Intergenerational Art and Play @ The Maker Space Floreat
Strength Heroes FREE art & play for kids aged 3 – 5 and their adults. Explore resilience themes, build skills, and connect with seniors.
Inglewood Night Markets
Inglewood Night Markets is a family event boasting amazing food, entertainment, licensed dining and a great vibe.
Vegan/ Vegetarian 
Dairy-free/ Gluten-free/ Nut-free 
Family 
Dog friendly
BUSKERS 
PARKING
Transform your relationships and communication
Free weekly class and workshop running every Monday night. Learn key principles and practice new techniques and skills to help you:
- communicate more effectively with others (your partner, family, friends or co-workers)
- prevent arguments and fights
- navigate and deal with painful emotions that interfere with constructive communication
- resolve practical problems, contentious issues and conflicts in your relationships
- rebuild trust, heal and strengthen your relationships.
Each class combines lessons, practical activities and group discussions in a safe and supportive environment. More information
Learn to play GO
Game Quarter
Join us for our weekly drop-in board game session at the library!
Whether you’re a Scrabble pro, a Rummikub enthusiast, a chess master, or a dominoes fan, there’s a spot for you. Come meet up with friends or make new ones while enjoying a fun, relaxed atmosphere. It’s a great way to unwind, socialise, and have some friendly competition in a welcoming environment.
All ages and skill levels are welcome! No Bookings required.
Resilience: The Ability to Bounce Back
Resilience: The Ability to Bounce Back
Workshop @ Wanneroo Library
Mental Health is of utmost importance in our life. How do we cope with the stresses in our life? What can we do to boost good mental health? This workshop at Wanneroo Library will look into emotional and personal resilience and how to build resilience.
About the presenter
Priya Shah is a seasoned finance professional working for nearly 20 years in the field. She completed her Bachelor of Business at ECU and is CPA (Certified Practicing Accountant) qualified.
Priya discovered her passion for Mental Health and Personal Wellbeing through a session at CPA Week and went on to complete a Diploma in Positive Psychology and Wellbeing, Mental Health First Aid and Certificate in Positive Psychiatry and Mental Health. Her aim is to share her knowledge so that others can benefit from her experiences and understanding of mental health and personal wellbeing. Priya has presented workshops at her workplaces and at CPA.
This workshop is recommended for adults.
Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting (5-sessions)
For parents and carers of children 4 – 12 years Positive discipline is an approach to parenting that strengthens the child-parent relationship, guides behaviour and teaches children problem solving and conflict resolution. It guides children through warmth and structure to increase their competence in handling challenging situations and developing empathy and respect for themselves and others. It is about long-term solutions that develop children’s own self-discipline and their life-long skills.
Event location:
Communicare 28 Cecil Avenue Cannington
Please book in advance from here.
Waterwise Verge and Garden Workshop
The City is hosting a family-friendly Waterwise Verge and Garden Workshop to show what is really involved in creating a sustainable waterwise garden. As a fusion of entertainment and environmental education, this fast-paced and engaging ‘performance’ sees The Forever Project narrate the installation of a sustainable garden showcasing the latest waterwise and wastewise features.
The Forever Project team will transform an existing garden bed to a dynamic living landscape full of local flora species and habitat for wildlife. The waterwise garden installation happens literally from the ground up, followed by a question-and-answer session.
Come and learn options for improving your soil with simple techniques and amendments, the best way to add new native plants to your garden, waterwise information, weed management and be inspired to kick off your own waterwise gardening project. This initiative is proudly co-funded by Water Corporation’s Waterwise Greening Scheme and forms part of our ambition for Subiaco to be a leading waterwise city.
Registrations are essential as places are limited. Please remember to bring gloves, trowel, drink bottle and a hat. This workshop will have a photographer in attendance that will produce photos that may be used for promotional purposes.
Parking is available in surrounding streets and Theatre Gardens carpark.
The Art of Saying Thank You
Waste not want not – Thrifty bites
Join us for a hands on workshop, “Thrifty Bites – Maximize flavour – minimise waste” This engaging 2.5 hour hands-on session, led by qualified Nutritionist Nicole Ingram from Grow Cook Eat WA. Nicole will equip you with practical tips to reduce food waste, ways to create tasty new meals from leftovers and learn how to use an induction cooktop. We will cook a variety of healthy, easy, budget friendly recipes to share for lunch. Suitable for adults of all cooking abilities. The food cooked will be served for lunch. Please bring reusable containers to the workshops for taking food home. Book now
Wiggles ‘n’ Giggles
There will be plenty of wiggling and giggling at a location near you with the return of Wiggles n Giggles! This lively program is designed especially for your active little one to move and have fun in an informal outdoor environment along with other local families. Explore the local playground, sensory play, games, and more! Sessions run on the first Wednesday of each month (excluding January 2025) between 9:30am and 11:30am. You can drop-in at any time during the session. Complete the one-off registration form to ensure you stay in the loop with any important updates on the program.
Please note, parents and/or guardians must remain present and are responsible for looking after their children at all times.
For more information or support completing the registration form, contact recreation@belmont.wa.gov.au or call Leisure Services on 9477 7454.
Stirling Farmers Market
Stirling Farmers Market – Selling produce direct from the grower/maker – is a project of the Rotary Club of Karrinyup Bring your shopping bags to stock up on great and fresh local produce, direct from the grower/producer, or just enjoy breakfast or a coffee while listening to our lovely buskers and soaking up the wonderful community atmosphere. Run by the Rotary Club of Karrinyup Sundays: 07:30 – 11:30 am Contact Market Manager Heather Leaney on 0468 469 749 to enquire about stalls.
Palmyra Western Farmers Markets
The Palmyra Farmers Market operates on Sundays from 8am until midday. Farm fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, seafood, honey, olive oil, pickles, preserves, organic bread, pastries, breakfast burgers, juice, fair-trade coffee, cut flowers, seedlings and much more…
Sorrento night market
Experience Sorrento Night Market, a vibrant community event held every Friday night at Seacrest Park, Sorrento from 4.30pm-8.30pm. Discover an ever-changing array of food trucks, each offering a delicious selection of gourmet street food to tantalize your taste buds. Enjoy live music that sets the perfect tone for a relaxed and enjoyable evening. The market is brimming with fun for all ages, featuring face painting for kids, enchanting fairy, and an assortment of market stalls with unique crafts and goods. It’s a pet friendly event too, so bring along your furry friends.
Blokes Do Storytime
Father figures play a big part in children’s literacy development. Sharing in reading, language and numeracy activities helps develop children’s brains and fosters positive relationships. Join us at the library for our special Storytime for blokes. Talk, sing, read, write, & play every day Ages: 2+ years old Bookings required: Yes Cost: Free Locations, days & times:
- Success Library – weekly on Saturdays – 10.30am
Book Launch: Nanna Croccles by Susan Joy Lu
Nanna Croccles Book Launch
Saturday 3 May | Rankin Gardens | 10.30am – 12pm
Come along and celebrate the fabulously bright, exciting and joyous Nanna Croccles at a Subiaco Library book launch!
Susan Joy Lu’s debut picture book will be celebrated with a monring of fun activities, light snacks, craft, sensory stations and of course a reading of Nanna Croccles. Aimed at familes who like fun, stories, crocodiles and bannanas!
There will be book sales on the day! More details to follow.
TICKETS REQUIRED ONLY FOR CHILDREN
In the case of wet weather – the launch will be held at Subiaco Library (short walk from Rankin Garden)
About Nanna Croccles
Nanna Croccles is no ordinary nanna! She spreads joy and colour everywhere she goes, even on her way to fetch bananas! At home, she always knows exactly what everything needs. But what will she do when she finds a friend in need? A delightful debut about kindness and community.
About Susan Joy Lu
Susan Joy Lu is an Artist, Author and Illustrator. Originally from Belfast (Northern Ireland), she now lives in Perth (Western Australia) where she spends her days creating nostalgic and colourful illustrations, full of joy.
Singing Mamas Wellard
Recharge, nourish, connect. Join us for Singing Mamas in Wellard! This free program supports all women (not just Mamas!) through group singing every Wednesday, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM at the John Wellard Community Centre. Connect with other mums and rediscover your voice in a welcoming environment. Children are welcome!
Damper Making Class
Thu 27 Mar & Fri 9 May | 11am–12pm $30 individual class | Bookings required Join us at the Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre for a session on damper making with Noongar yorga Kaya Carson. In this class, you will learn how damper was traditionally made by Aboriginal people, and how you can make it yourself at home. Disclaimer: Contains gluten. Book Thursday 27 March Book Friday 9 May
Hillarys Marina to Watermans Bay walking group
Join the Hillarys Walking Group every Friday Night. Meet at 6.15pm sharp outside Kebabulous Kebab Shop near the Taxi Rank outside the south side main entrance to Hillarys Marina, next to the car park. Start walking at 6.30pm sharp on the footpath south to Waterman’s Bay and return to Hillarys Marina for optional Dinner/Drinks/Coffees. Distance is 3km each way, 6kms total. Walk is at an easy pace. Please wear good walking shoes and bring water, jacket and torch. Cost: Free and all welcome. Children supervised by adults are most welcome. Smokers please walk away when necessary. For further information call 0407 906 908 or via email.
Unlocking Inner Wisdom, Clarity, And Confidence
Together, we’ll explore simple, practical tools to enhance your wellbeing, gain clarity and confidence, and tap into the inner wisdom and courage already within you. Fortnightly Sat 15 Mar-24 May | 4-6pm | $80 The Meeting Place | Bookings essential before first session
Understanding solar panels and batteries for your home
Buying solar panels can be a confusing process. Conflicting information and opinions can sometimes make it all seem too hard. Understanding solar doesn’t have to be difficult, let us answer your burning solar questions.
Come along to this workshop to find out:
- How do solar panels work and are they really better for the environment?
- How to use your energy bill to work out if solar panels are worth it for you.
- Is a battery worth it?
- What all those confusing solar panel terms mean.
- Which roof face is best to install your system on.
- How to find a reputable installer and get a good quote.
- Questions to ask your installer.
- What to look out for on the day of installation.
- What rebates and discounts are available and how do they work?
- Reputable sources of independent information.
- What you should be doing after your system is installed to be making the most of your solar panel investment.
- What else you can do to reduce your power bills.
Plus time for Q and A so you can ask all your questions and a take home quote checklist handout. You will receive all the information you need in simple terms and none of the information you don’t. Your workshop facilitator is Sarah McCabe. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Environmental Science and a Graduate Certificate in Carbon and Energy Studies. She has worked on many solar projects from 5-500kW in size and is passionate about helping people navigate the sometimes confusing process of reducing their energy use.
This workshop is organised by Switch Your Thinking as part of the Energy Efficiency Pilot Program (EEPP).
For more information on the program head to the Switch Your Thinking website: https://switchyourthinking.com/energy/
This free workshop is free and open to everyone.
Switch Your Thinking’s Energy Efficiency Pilot Program is funded and supported by the Western Australian Government’s Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety
It’s Market Day!
Honeywood Oval | Litoria Drive, Wandi
Every Sunday
8am until 12noon
Street Games Kelmscott
Join Reclink Australia for FREE drop-in sports sessions
Enjoy a variety of different sports each week, while spending time with your friends or making new ones!
Every Tuesday – 25 March to 1 July 2025 (excluding April school holidays) Rushton Park, Kelmscott 3pm to 5pm
Girls/Ladies Only Bibra Lake Skateboard Clinic
Beyond Skate are running free Girls/Ladies Only Skateboarding Clinics at Bibra Lake Skatepark this summer. Register now!
Puppet Playtime: Pig the Pug
Cloth Nappy Q&A Session @ Civic Square Library
Kam the Nappy Guru will be joining us at Civic Square Library after Baby Rhyme Time to talk all things cloth nappies!
Do you have questions about cloth nappies? Come and chat with The Nappy Guru.
Learn about what you need to get started. Touch and feel various styles and brands of cloth nappies. Practice fitting nappies on demo dolls.
We have a limited number of cloth nappies to give away to those parents who want to give cloth a go as well as rebates available from a number of councils in Perth.
Everyone is welcome – no bookings required. Ages: 0-5 year olds and their parents or carers.
Safe Space | Beechboro
A Supportive Drop-In Group for Young People aged 7 -13 years.
Conquer Paperwork and Your Home Office
Frustrated by piles of paperwork, not being able to find what you need, a desk with no working space?
Wish you could push the pause or rewind button…and remove unnecessary chaos and stress…
Join Professional Organiser Sara Hall in this interactive workshop and learn the key steps in decluttering and organising your home office.
“Breaking down the process of getting study organised. Enjoyed all of todays workshop” Peta, Boya Community Centre
“Everything was useful and I feel motivated to act NOW” Jill, Boya Community Centre
“Straight forward, sensible” Avril, Girrawheen Library
Women in Conversation: Dr Sandy Chong
As an innovator, thought leader and mentor, Dr Sandy Chong brings the business, philanthropic and academic sectors together to create meaningful and sustainable change. The first Asian person to be elected as President of the United Nations Association, Sandy works with local communities, civil society organizations, and governments to promote peace, social justice, and inclusion.
Inducted into the WA Women’s Hall of Fame in 2024, Sandy advocates for the rights of migrants, indigenous women, and children against domestic violence. Come and hear Sandy’s story at the State Library.
Women in Conversation at the State Library is part of a suite of women-centred programming in 2025. Hear from some of WA’s groundbreaking and inspirational women who have become leaders and mentors in their chosen fields and actively give back and build communities.
Parenting workshop – Style workshop for new mums
A woman’s body and lifestyle changes after having a baby. Join Sarah, a personal stylist and mum of two, in this interactive workshop to learn tips and tricks for building a reimagined practical wardrobe. Learn how to get dressed and feel good with limited time, and ways to style your new body. Babies up to 18 months old are welcomed and encouraged. Book now
Recycling 101: Sustainable Living Series
Join Waste is My Resource for a Recycling 101 workshop and learn the ins and outs of effective recycling practices. Discover what can and can’t be recycled, how to reduce waste, and tips for creating a more sustainable lifestyle. Walk away empowered to make a positive impact on the planet!
Bookings essential
The Sustainable Living Workshop Series is an initiative of the City of Mandurah in collaboration with WasteSorted / Waste Authority.
Vic Park Market
Sunday Funday: 8am-12pm! Fresh goodies, coffee, breakfast, kids activities, music & artsy crafts.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
Fresh, Local Produce – Stock up on farm-fresh fruits, veggies, and pantry essentials.
Amazing Stallholders – Browse handmade goods, eco-friendly products, and unique treasures.
Live Entertainment – Enjoy tunes as you soak up the market vibes. Family Fun – Face painting, playground, and a community buzz you’ll love.
Coffee & Eats – Grab a delicious breakfast or your favorite brew while you explore.
Mount Claremont Farmers Market
The Market now has up to 55 stalls each week and is governed by a Charter that ensures high quality, predominantly grower direct produce. The range of produce includes fruits, vegetables and herbs, baked goods, artisan pantry items, meat, poultry, seafood and pastured eggs. We have a selection of hot food and drink stalls, as well as stalls selling natural body and cleaning products, handmade homewares, and plants and flowers.
Subi Farmers Market
Summer means new hours! Join us from 7.30am to 11.30am every Saturday for fresh produce and more! Providing fresh and nutritious food too the community to support the local economy, promote healthier eating habits and strengthen community bonds.
Mandjar Markets
Take a walk along the Eastern Foreshore through the Mandjar Markets every Sunday. The markets trade from 9am-3pm. Browse and enjoy quality local arts, crafts and produce from a variety of stall holders, plus music entertainment and kids activities. Some of the regular local stallholders sell a variety of…
- Pottery products
- Handmade creations/gifts
- Crystals and other treasures
- Fairy floss
- Photography
- Dream catchers, mosaics and sun catchers
- Honey and bee products
- Handcrafted balms and soaps
- Fresh baked goods
- Art and jewellery
- Candles
- Pet accessories
- Homemade Condiments
It is a great local market to purchase gifts or something special for yourself.
Pinjarra Markets
The Pinjarra Markets are held on the second Sunday of the month in the historic gardens at the Edenvale Heritage Precinct, Henry Street Pinjarra. 7am to 12 noon.
FREE Come and Try Session – Squash
FREE Come and Try Session – Squash
Hey there! Are you looking to try something new and exciting?
Join us for a FREE come and try session for squash at Squashworld Brentwood! Whether you’re a past player or a complete beginner, this event is perfect for anyone looking to have some fun and get active.
All equipment provided, just wear comfortable, non-marking shoes.
Come on down on Sat 22nd Feb 2025 at 1:00 PM and discover the thrill of squash. Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity to learn a new sport and meet some great people.
This session is aimed at KIDS aged 8-18, and LADIES of all ages, so mums bring your kids, and kids bring your mums. Hope to see you there!
Location: Blue Gum Squash Club at Squashworld Brentwood
Coastal Explorer Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Jump on the Coastal Explorer bus for Perth’s best day out! The open-top double-decker bus is a unique way to enjoy Perth’s premier coastal destinations – Scarborough and Hillarys. Hop-on at Barrack Street Jetty in the morning, then hop-off at Scarborough Beach and Hillarys Boat Harbour, before returning back to Barrack Street Jetty in the late afternoon. Staying locally? You can simply hop-on at Scarborough or Hillarys. Tickets can be pre-booked through the Coastal Explorer website, or simply purchase a ticket from the driver on the day.
Youth Book Club (for ages 16-25)
The Youth Book Club is a welcoming space for you to discuss books, discover new authors, and connect with other book lovers. If you’re aged 16-25, we encourage you to come along to one or all of these sessions and check it out. Books are available to borrow from the City of Melville Libraries collection, or if you prefer to purchase your own, Typeface Books in Applecross is offering a 10% discount on books for the Youth Book Club – just mention you’re a member! Sessions are held once a month on a Wednesday after school hours. You don’t have to attend every session, but for an authentic book club experience, we’d love members to come back every session whenever possible. Snacks will be provided. Please advise us of any allergies when you arrive. Book this event
Minecraft Club
Come Join us for Minecraft at Mandurah & Falcon Libraries! Do you enjoy playing Minecraft? Never played before and would like to learn how to? Want to share your Minecraft skills and knowledge with others? Come to the Library and join the Minecraft Club. Prepare for an adventure of limitless possibilities as you battle mobs, mine, build, create and explore in the ever changing landscape of Minecraft. Spaces in the Minecraft Club at Falcon Library and Community Centre and Mandurah Library are limited, so bookings are essential. Each booking is for 60 minutes within the following age groups: Mandurah Library
- Tuesdays from 4:30pm-5:30pm for ages 7-10.
- Wednesdays from 4:30pm-5:30pm for ages 7-10.
- Sundays from 11am to 12pm for ages 7-10.
- Sundays from 12:30pm-1:30pm for ages 7-10.
Falcon Library and Community Centre
- Mondays from 4:30pm-5:30pm for ages 7-10
- Thursdays from 4:30pm-5:30pm for ages 7-10.
Please wait for confirmation of your booking before attending Minecraft Club. Parents will be required to stay in the library if children are 13 or under.
Intergenerational Playgroup
DRPAC Community Choir
Join us and Choir leader Aria Scarlett every Thursday during school Terms for our Community Choir Youth Ensemble (8 – 15) – 4:15pm to 5:15pm during school terms Senior Ensemble (16+) – 5:30pm to 6:30pm during school terms $10 per session Book here
Artist Talk: Draw and Tell with Gavin Aung Than
Ever wanted to know the process behind illustrating a book? Join us with renowned author and illustrator Gavin Aung Than, creator of books including Zen Pencils, Super Sidekicks and Baa Baa Black Belt. In this Artist Talk, you will learn about the creative process of bringing stories to life through illustrations. He will share the process of making his new graphic novel Creature Clinic, including his initial pitch to publishers. Gain valuable tips on pitching and overcoming challenges in the industry. Plus, there will be a Q&A session where Gavin will answer all your questions. Gavin will also have copies of his new book Creature Clinic for sale at the event. Visit Gavin’s website www.aungthan.com or follow him on Instagram @zenpencils
Date: 24 May 2025
Time: 10am – 11am
Location: The Orange Room, The Agonis
Fee: Free Book your ticket – Registration Website
Declutter Your Home with Sara Hall
Join professional organiser, Sara Hall, in this fun and interactive workshop and learn the key steps in decluttering and organising your home to turn an overwhelming task into an easily manageable project.
Budget-Friendly Cooking and Shopping (Workshop for Adults)
Presented by Foodbank, this fun, interactive session will give you the knowledge and skills to make healthy and budget conscious choices before we cook some delicious recipes and enjoy a yummy meal together.
Gain confidence in the kitchen to cook tasty and healthy meals that are simple to make. This session is great for all levels of cooking experience – even if you don’t know how to boil an egg.
The best part is sitting down together to enjoy a freshly cooked meal.
What we will cover:
- The Australian Guide to Healthy Eating
- Learn meal prep ideas
- Free recipe book
- Free resources for meal planning
- Increase your confidence to cook healthy meals
Additional information
Numbers are limited, please ensure you book a ticket to attend the session.
Getting to the event: Closest Transperth – Stop 17522 on Rokeby Road After Barker Road. For more information on getting around Subiaco or alternate parking available in the area please visit the City’s website.
Access and inclusion: The Third Place is wheelchair accessible.
Ticket information: You are not required to bring a ticket with you. In the case of a booked-out event, names may be checked at the door.
If you would like further information please contact the Community Development Officer (Wellbeing and Safety): culture@subiaco.wa.gov.au or (08) 9237 9281.
Kalamunda Night Market
4th Friday of the month September till May
Key Word Signing Classes for Children, Parents & Carers
Returning to Work After a Break
The ‘Returning to Work After a Break’ workshop is designed to encourage older women, those with caring responsibilities or a disrupted work history to re-enter the workforce.
Gain valuable insights and practical tips from industry expert Andrea Carcaman from Hays Recruitment.
This initiative is sponsored by the City of Subiaco.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Any woman looking to re-enter the workforce, or looking to build skills, knowledge and confidence to achieve their employment or study goals. All Dress for Success Western Australia workshops are FREE for women, trans women, and non-binary people comfortable in women’s spaces.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Information about our FREE career program support services – including individual resume and job application reviews, interview preparation or job search advice appointments and other career support workshops and resources can be found at: Career Centre | Dress for Success Western Australia
For any booking enquiries please call Dress for Success Western Australia, 0434 361 364 or email careersupport@dfswesternaustralia.org.
Women in Conversation: Jessica Gethin
Jessica Gethin is an award-winning conductor, musician, artistic advisor and fierce advocate for women in music. Jessica was the inaugural Chief Conductor of the Perth Symphony Orchestra (2011-2019) and holds significant roles including Principal Conductor of the West Australian Ballet; Head of Orchestral Studies and Conducting at Edith Cowan University’s WA Academy of Performing Arts; and Artistic Advisor at Orchestra Victoria.
Hailed as ‘exuberant’, ‘superb’ and a ‘force to be reckoned with’, acclaimed Australian conductor Jessica Gethin has been praised by audiences and critics alike for her stellar musicianship, vibrant energy and charismatic stage presence.
Women in Conversation at the State Library is part of our suite of women-centred programming in 2025. Hear from some of WA’s groundbreaking and inspirational women who have become leaders and mentors in their chosen fields and actively give back and build communities.
Money & Families Workshop
Money & Families Workshop
The Kids Hub have partnered with Midlas to deliver a practical workshop for parents and carers living in the City of Swan to navigate expenses and manage money effectively.
Raising a family is rewarding but can also be financially challenging especially when juggling rent or mortgages, bills, and the endless costs of raising little humans. This is a practical and supportive workshop that explores how families can manage money.
This in-person event will take place at the Kids Hub on 1 Watertank Way, Midland WA 6056.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn and connect with other parents and carers. Reserve your spot today!
Crèche services may be available by registration only. Please specify the number of children and their ages when registering.
Safe Space by the Bookcase
Weekly meet up for LGBTQIA+ teens and their allies in the Library. Come and join in for fun with crafts, activities, good conversations and free pizza!
Every Thu (during school term) | 4-5pm | Free | Fremantle Library
Debate Club
The West Australian Community of Debaters (WACOD) welcomes all ages to Debate Club at Kwinana Public Library! All you need is a love for thinking. WACOD welcomes people eager to discuss and critique ideas. Sessions include games and activities to practice critical thinking skills and detecting logical fallacies, and friendly debates on various topics that help practice debate and public speaking skills. No debate experience required to join in, new members always welcome.
Adults, seniors, and children all welcome to join in! (Children 12 and under must have a parent or guardian stay in the Kwinana Public Library during the program.)
Kwinana Public Library Thursdays, weekly (excluding public holidays) 5pm to 6pm
Find more Perth events for Families here.
Why not check out our amazing Mother’s Day Events Ideas in Perth list for more things to do with Mum or as a family?
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Holly Clark is currently a stay at home mum of one, a self-confessed coffee addict and a baker of sweet treats. She studied Professional Writing and Editing, and occasionally writes on her recipe blog, Lucky Star’s Kitchen
