Events for December 12, 2026
Sunday Funday – Spring/Summer
Get creative at the Claremont Museum on selected Sundays over spring and summer with a range of fun and educational kids activities.
South Perth StrEATs
Every Thursday to Sunday during summer, Perth's best food trucks line the picturesque South Perth foreshore for StrEATs. This event is not hosted by the City.
Sunday Funday – Spring/Summer
Get creative at the Claremont Museum on selected Sundays over spring and summer with a range of fun and educational kids activities.
Saturday Clearance Markets
Every Saturday morning from 6am - 10am, a selection of Western Australia's fresh food wholesalers at Perth Markets open their doors to the public for the Saturday Clearance Market. The Perth Markets are the state's fresh produce wholesale market, where many of your favourite restaurants and grocers source their products, fresh from local growers. The Saturday Clearance Market is your opportunity to shop straight from the source with wholesale prices for everything from fresh fruit and veg, to meat and seafood. This market is open to anyone from individuals to families, and community groups and more.
Get in early though! The best stock usually sells out quickly, so we recommend coming in at opening for the freshest selection to choose from.
Lake Joondalup Parkrun
A free, fun and friendly weekly 5km community event. Walk, run, volunteer or spectate - it's up to you! 8am - 9am every Saturday morning.
Scarborough Farmer’s Market
Weekly farmers market brought to the community by Scarborough Primary School P&C.
Summer X Salt Markets
Summer X Salt Markets bring together local makers, live music, food vendors and community activities in a vibrant beachside setting at Trigg.
Storytime at Gosnells Library
Enjoy songs, stories, nursery rhymes and craft activities while helping to develop early literacy skills in children aged 3-5 years.
Family Time – Woodvale
Join us for a fun-filled session designed for pre-schoolers and their families. Enjoy enchanting tales, lively music and joyful moments. Start your weekend with laughter and learning. Free to attend. No need to book.
STEAMing into story time
Children can dive into exciting science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) activities that spark imagination, foster creativity and build critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Free to attend. No need to book.
Toddler Time – Baldivis
These sessions are full of fun with stories, songs, finger plays and movement rhymes.
Robotics Club
Does your child have coding experience and is ready for a new challenge? Come along to Robotics Club with i-echo at Kwinana Public Library, where Micro:bit-based activities bring coding and electronics to life through real-world problem solving.
Skate Jam (YES at Sutherlands)
Skate Jams are free drop-in skate sessions for all ages, offering equipment, music, snacks, and the chance to connect with friends and Youth Workers.
Storytime at Mills Park Library
Enjoy songs, stories, nursery rhymes and craft activities while helping to develop early literacy skills in children aged 3-5 years.
Make New & Mend Craft Group
Make New & Mend meets Sat 1:30-3:30pm, Grove Library. Drop in any time to learn or share crochet, knitting, sewing. Inclusive & welcoming.
Jingle All the Way
Jingle All the Way through an immersive Christmas experience at the Civic Centre Gardens and Centennial Pioneer Park.
Carols by Candlelight and Christmas Parade
In an annual Christmas tradition, the City of Armadale invites you to join in the festive spirit of the holiday season with Carols by Candlelight. This family friendly Christmas event is bursting with community pride and celebration as...
Graduate College of Dance Summer Season
Join us for a magical evening of dance beneath the stars at the stunning Quarry Amphitheatre. SUMMER SEASON celebrates the next generation of ballet stars in a spectacular end-of-year performance, featuring Le Grand Défilé alongside Classical and Contemporary works. Pack a picnic, bring a blanket, and enjoy an unforgettable night!
Sunday Funday – Spring/Summer
Get creative at the Claremont Museum on selected Sundays over spring and summer with a range of fun and educational kids activities.
What’s on in Perth today?
Discover a variety of events in Perth for families with kids of all ages, including free and low-cost options. From family shows to farmers markets, local community events to Perth City events, and even events at your local library – find everything you need to keep your family entertained and never hear the dreaded words “I’m bored” again!
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