Buggybuddys guide for families in Perth

Beach to Bush Arts Festival
2026-05-21
A celebration of art, creativity and community talent across Wanneroo.

Beach to Bush Arts Festival showcases local performers, artists and craftspeople at venues from Girrawheen to Two Rocks.
More information to come.

Tiny Doors of York 2026
2026-05-21
Maps available from the York Visitor Centre, or download.
Location: Various locations around York
Download Tiny Doors Trail Map Here

OceanXperience at WA Museum Boola Bardip
2026-05-21 | WA Museum Boola Bardip, WA Museum Boola Bardip, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Step aboard one of the world’s most advanced ocean exploration vessels without leaving dry land.
OceanXperience at WA Museum Boola Bardip invites families into an interactive underwater world inspired by real-life ocean science expeditions. Explore hands-on zones including Mission Control, the Wet Lab, Dry Lab and Bridge as kids discover how scientists map the deep sea, pilot robotic vehicles and uncover marine life hidden beneath the ocean surface.
Designed for curious kids and grown-ups alike, OceanXperience combines interactive environments, technology and real expedition footage from the Indian Ocean and beyond.
Perfect for a family day out these school holidays or a weekend adventure in the city.

Dates: Now showing until Sunday 11 October 2026
Location: WA Museum Boola Bardip, Perth Cultural Centre
Opening Hours: Daily, 9.30am to 5pm
Contact & Bookings
Book Now: https://ticketing.museum.wa.gov.au/74419
Phone: 9431 8413
Email: reception@museum.wa.gov.au

Nature Play in the Park (Ages 3-4)
2026-05-21 09:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Perth) | Bert Wright Park, 25 King William Street, Bayswater, WA, 6053, Australia
Nature Play in the Park is a FREE healthy lifestyle program designed to connect pre-school aged children and their families to nature through outdoor play at a local park. The program encourages more time spent playing outdoors along with a range of fun activities promoting more healthy eating, physical activity and emotional wellbeing.
Featuring eight weekly outdoor sessions, and an online learning component for families, this is a fabulous way to deepen your child’s connection to nature while learning more about how outdoor nature play supports early childhood growth and development and strengthens your child’s health and wellbeing.
FREE EIGHT-WEEK program with sessions in the park and online content including podcasts and videos for families.
Every Thursday for eight weeks – starting 30th April 2026
Session times: 9:00am and 10:10am
Location: Bert Wright Park, Bayswater
Age group: Three-and-four-year-olds
A parent or guardian must attend each session with the child. Younger siblings are welcome to attend.
What to expect:
Fun learning adventures
Nature-based crafts
Physical activity and play
Food exploration
Nature-based storytelling
Online content for families
Ready to embark on a nature-filled adventure with your child? Secure your spot now!
Registration is ESSENTIAL as spaces are limited. If the program is booked out, you can join the waitlist. If a spot becomes available, we will contact you via email.
Nature Play in the Park is brought to you by Nature Play WA and The City of Bayswater, supported by funding provided by the State Government of Western Australia, through the State Library’s Better Beginnings program.
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Park Play
2026-05-21 09:00 - 11:00
Join us for a Park Play session and let the fun begin! It’s the perfect opportunity to bring your kids and connect with other local families. Our sessions are packed with exciting activities like sensory play, big games, sports equipment, and much more. Designed for families with children up to 10 years old, Park Play ensures there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t forget to dress for the weather and bring along some drinks and snacks. We can’t wait to see you there for a time filled with laughter and play!
As a drop-in style program, no registration is required to attend a Park Play session. While the Families team make every effort to support community safety, Park Play sessions are not supervised, and parents and carers are responsible for supervising their children at all times.
Term 2 Locations

Revealed Exhibition
2026-05-21 09:00 - 16:00 | Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA), 51 James Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
As part of WA’s biggest celebration of Aboriginal art, Revealed: New and Emerging WA Aboriginal Artists, returns to Boorloo (Perth) with an eight-week exhibition at the Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA).
More than 100 Aboriginal artists, representing 28 Aboriginal art centres, as well as 10 independent artists, have contributed a kaleidoscopic 185 artworks to this year’s exhibition, curated by proud Whadjuk, Balladong and Wilman Noongar artist and independent curator Zali Morgan.
Showcasing the diversity, depth and cultural strength of Aboriginal art practices, Revealed transports audiences across the vast state of Western Australia—from the red dirt of the Kimberley to the towering forests of the South-West—with works spanning painting, printmaking, photography, drawing, sculpture and weaving.
The exhibition provides a major platform for Aboriginal artists, most of whom are based in remote and regional communities, to share their works with the wider public and derive a sustainable income to support themselves and their communities.
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The Legend of Moondyne Joe
2026-05-21 09:00 - 17:00 | State Library of Western Australia, State Library Theatre - Ground floor, 25 Francis Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Discover the legend of Moondyne Joe, a folk hero, bushranger and notorious convict.
Joseph Bolitho Johns is famous for his daring prison escapes. This vibrant children’s exhibition reimagines his story for younger audiences through history, storytelling and art, offering a fresh interpretation of one of Western Australia’s most iconic figures.
At the heart of this exhibition is the recently acquired collection of original illustrations and drafts from the much-loved picture book of the same name by Mark Greenwood and Frané Lessac. These are presented alongside heritage items from the State Library collection.
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Rhymes at Willetton - Thursdays
2026-05-21 09:30 - 10:00 | Willetton Library, 39 Burrendah Blvd, Willetton, WA, 6148, Australia
Sing along with the staff at Canning Libraries in a short Rhyme session aimed at families with young babies.

Story Time (2-5 Years)
2026-05-21 09:30 - 10:30 | Murray Library, Pinjarra Road, Pinjarra, WA, 6208, Australia
Join us at the Murray Library for an interactive story based session for pre-schoolers and their carers.
Families and children explore early literacy and learning through reading, singing and playing together.
*Please note Story Time only runs during the school term and takes a break during school holidays.

Storytime
2026-05-21 09:30 - 10:30
Suitable for children 2-5 years
Enjoy magical picture books, songs, rhymes and craft.
When: Tuesday and Thursday mornings during the school term
Time: 9.30am
Cost: Free

Story Time at the Shops
2026-05-21 09:30 - 10:30 | Maddington Central, Attfield Street, Maddington, WA, 6109, Australia
Step into a world of enchantment and imagination as you join us for Story Time at the Shops! Story Time at the Shops is a fun, one-hour in-centre program where families can join in with a craft activity and conclude with an engaging Storytime session.
Program Specifics
No bookings are required to attend Story Time. This program is suitable for children of all ages, with parental/guardian supervision required at all times.

Story Time at the Shops Days, Times and Locations
Play at the Shops operates out of Maddington Central shopping centre’s Kidzone, which is located opposite Coles shopping centre.
Keen for More At The Shops Programs?
Check out the City of Gosnell’s At The Shop webpage to find out when we run our programs at Maddington Central shopping centre.

Story Time | Fremantle Library
2026-05-21 09:30 - 10:30 | The Fremantle Library at Walyalup Civic Centre, 151 High St, Fremantle WA 6160, Fremantle, WA, 6160, Australia
Story Time is aimed at children aged two to four years. Celebrate the joy of language, books and libraries while helping your child to develop their interest in reading and learning.
Join fun, interactive sessions of stories, songs and nursery rhymes.
No bookings required. Every Thursday | During school term

Adult English Conversation Group
2026-05-21 09:30 - 11:30 | Rockingham Library, Dixon Road, Rockingham, WA, 6168, Australia
Meet new people in the community and practice everyday English through conversation. Suitable for adults with beginner English levels for lifelong learning.
Everyone welcome. Weekly with no need to book. School term times only.
For further information contact Rockingham Library on 9528 8683 or email rockinghamlibraries@rockingham.wa.gov.au
Two ACROD parking bays are available, along with a drop-off and pick-up zone. The library also has an accessible bathroom and lift access to the first floor.
If you have any specific needs or require accommodations in order to comfortably attend this event, such as visual aids, a quiet space or accessible seating, please let us know.
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The Paper Bird Illustration Exhibition
2026-05-21 09:30 - 17:00 | Paper Bird Children’s Books & Arts, 42 Henry Street, Fremantle, WA, 6160, Australia
Wander through hundreds of storied artworks at Paper Bird’s new Illustration Exhibition.
Join for opening night celebration, illustration market, workshops for adults and children, and magical, whimsical, and wonderful artwork from over fifty national and international Illustrators.
Free (some ticketed workshops)
Saturday 9 – Saturday 23 May 2026

Artwork courtesy of Kyle Hughes-Odgers.

Baby Rhyme Time
2026-05-21 10:00 - 10:30 | City of Vincent Library, 99 Loftus Street, Leederville, WA, 6007, Australia
Join us in the Junior area for a morning of interactive rhymes and songs paired with fun actions.

Rhyme Time builds an early knowledge of reading and writing in children and aims to inspire a love of reading from birth and develop a sense of community for both caregivers and children.

Baby Rhyme Time is run on Mondays at 10am with a repeat session on Thursdays at 10am.

There are no sessions on Public Holidays or during school holidays.

Under 5's STEAM Lab
2026-05-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Safety Bay Library, 197 Safety Bay Rd, Safety Bay, WA, 6169, Australia
A fun, creative and hands-on learning environment where little people can explore the exciting possibilities of STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths.
Aimed at ages 2 – 5 years. Free event run during school terms. Bookings are essential.
For more information, please contact Safety Bay Library on 9528 8611 or email rockinghamlibraries@rockingham.wa.gov.au.
If you have any specific needs or require accommodations in order to comfortably attend this event, such as visual aids, a quiet space, or accessible seating, please let us know.
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Weekday Storytime
2026-05-21 10:00 - 11:00 | City of Mandurah – Falcon Library and Community Centre, Flavia Street, Falcon, WA, 6210, Australia
Storytime is held in the Library to introduce families with young children to the joys of sharing stories.
At each session, there will be stories and STEAM inspired craft activities.
Come along and meet your friendly library team and join in the fun with other families

Mandurah Library – Mondays 9.30am
Lakelands Library – Tuesday 9.30am
Falcon Library – Thursdays 10.30am

Suitable for 0 – 5 year olds
No booking required.

Rhyme Time @ the Library (Term 2)
2026-05-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Byford Library, 858 South Western Highway, Byford, WA, 6122, Australia
Come and share songs and rhymes with your child.
Rhyme Time is a FREE program aimed at developing early literacy skills as well as providing an opportunity for you to socialise with other parents.

10am every Thursday during school term
SJ Library Service, 858 South Western Highway, Byford
Suitable for children aged 0 to 2, although children of all ages and abilities are more than welcome to join in.
No bookings required

Baby Rhyme Time at Mills Park Library
2026-05-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Mills Park Library, Brixton St, Beckenham, WA, 6107, Australia
Join us for singing, giggles, bounces and rhymes.
These sessions are perfect for parents with babies aged 0–12 months (pre-walkers) who want to meet other local families and enjoy some fun in a relaxed environment. Singing and playing along with rhymes also supports your baby’s early language and brain development.
For the safety of all attendees, this program is suitable for babies ages 0 – 12 months only.

If your child is already walking or over 12 months old, please come along to a Toddler Time session to discover an exciting session suitable for your little mover.

Bookings are not required for this program, however, space is limited and places are allocated via a token system. Please collect a token on arrival (first come, first served).
Parents please note that children 12 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times.
Program days and times
Thursdays, 10am – 11am

Intergenerational Playgroup
2026-05-21 10:00 - 11:30 | Aegis Shawford, 8 Twyford Pl, Innaloo, WA, 6018, Australia
For any Mums or Dads looking for something different to do with their little ones
It’s FREE, you just need to register

Stay & Play!
2026-05-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Fremantle PCYC, 34 Paget Street, #2, Hilton, WA, 6163, Australia
Kids 2-5yrs, can play and explore their imaginations!

A space where kids can play and explore their imaginations, creativity and enhance their social and emotional skills.

Thursdays during school term | 10am–12pm | Free | No bookings

Water stories at Mount Flora Museum
2026-05-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Mount Flora Regional Museum, 30 Elvire St, Watermans Bay, WA, 6020, Australia
Explore thousands of years of history in Water stories, a new exhibit exploring how changing water use has shaped the landscape, industries, people, culture, and identity of the City of Stirling.
Discover stories including Kep Katitjin – Indigenous water knowledge, traditional water use and fish traps, shipwrecks, whaling, droving, market gardens, beach and surf culture, sustainability, and more.
Visit the Mount Flora Regional Museum, which is housed inside a historic water tank located in Waterman’s Bay between the Indian Ocean and Star Swamp, every Wednesday from April onwards between 10.00am – 4.00pm.
Entry is a gold coin donation.
Accessibility: The museum site is wheelchair accessible, but the mezzanine floor and the rooftop have stair access only.
Parking: There is limited parking located at the top of the driveway; please park on the grassed area at the bottom of the driveway, on the left as you enter through the gate from Elvire Street.
For more information, contact Stirling Community History on (08) 9205 7455 or email community.history@stirling.wa.gov.au
Image source: Market garden trolley tracks heading into Gwelup Lake, c1935. City of Stirling Art and History Collection.

Exhibition | promise to sing for you
2026-05-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Goolugatup Heathcote, 60 Duncraig Road, #58, Perth, WA, 6153, Australia
An exhibition of paintings by Narrm/Melbourne based artist Jemi Gale. Her paintings hold hands through doorways, and their arrangement transforms in companionship.

promise to sing for you is an exhibition of paintings by artist Jemi Gale, created while in residence at Goolugatup Heathcote.

In her work, Jemi memorialises her friendships: quoting their bold one-liners, collecting remnants from hanging out, collaborating on paintings, and looking back over the rushed and candid photos they take of one another. These new works are exhibited across two adjoining rooms, acting like the bridges that friends make to span physical and emotional distance. Jemi’s paintings hold hands through doorways, and their arrangement transforms into companionship.
Gallery hours | Tuesday to Sunday | 10.00am to 4.00pm.

Exhibition | Accursed Sharing
2026-05-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Goolugatup Heathcote, 60 Duncraig Road, #58, Perth, WA, 6153, Australia
A group exhibition featuring Kartika Laili Ahmad, Thomas Brown, Chandler Abrahams & Valentina Sartori. Curated by Goolugatup Curator Paul Boye. Painting, video and light at the edge of built environmental tension and release.

Gallery hours | Tuesday to Sunday | 10.00am to 4.00pm.

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Exhibition | Creating Meaning
2026-05-21 10:00 - 17:00
An exhibition by Richmind and other artists, to promote the benefits of art for all our mental health.
Creating Meaning
✰ Opening Event ✰
Sunday, 4 January
2:00pm to 4.00pm
An exhibition by Richmind and other artists, to promote the benefits of art for all our mental health and raise funds for Richmind WA’s Mental Health Services Art Therapy Program, “HeART & Soul”.

Curated by Richmind’s Principal Artist in Residence and “Creative Therapies Coordinator David Giles
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The HeART & Soul art project began as a simple distraction activity created to support people through the Christmas period, a sometimes difficult and isolating time of year. The obvious benefits of meeting in a safe friendly supportive positive and encouraging space to create art, led to the program becoming ongoing and a new focus of Richmind’s recovery approach and brand.

This exhibition celebrates the numerous and profound benefits art can have on our mental health and the amazing diversity of ways people can express themselves creatively to support their wellbeing. The brief for the artists was “What brings meaning to my life?”
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40% of all sales donated to Richmind
Art demos by David Giles at 11.00am on
– Wednesday, 7 January
– Thursday, 8 January
– Friday, 9 January
– Wednesday, 14 January
– Thursday, 15 January
– Friday, 16 January

Painting as Therapy Workshops with David Giles
Sunday, 4 January and Sunday, 11 January

The West Australian Pulse 2026
2026-05-21 10:00 - 17:00 | The Art Gallery of Western Australia | AGWA, Perth Cultural Centre, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
WA’s talented young artists are celebrated in this yearly showcase, gauging the pulse of young people who will influence, empower and shape the world we live in. The selected works provide a window into young people’s private, social and artistic concerns. It is an inspiring, rewarding and insightful look at the world through the minds of our most talented young artists.
The West Australian Pulse 2026 celebrates 34 years and features 63 works by 2025 Year 12 Visual Arts graduates from 43 schools across WA. This year’s exhibition delivers an exciting range of artistic approaches with the final selection showcasing the highest calibre of artworks produced across the State. The 2026 exhibiting artists examine themes ranging from self-identity – including cultural intersections, neurodiversity, sexuality, and mental health – through to processing loss, environmental concern, racial and societal inequality, and social pressures of conforming and performing through school and beyond.
Image credits – Margaux Parsons Measured By Waste 2025. Oil on canvas, coloured pencil and magnets, two parts: 121.5 x 91 cm (each). Santa Maria College. Axel Wood Pray for Peace, Prepare for War 2025. Oil on canvas, three parts: 76 x 61 cm (each). Hale School. Photos: Christophe Canato.
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Music Makers Just for Minis (Karawara Location)
2026-05-21 10:05 - 10:45 | George Burnett Leisure Centre, Manning Road, Karawara, WA, 6152, Australia
Music Makers Just for Minis is an engaging craft and music play-based experience for children aged 2- to 5- years old.

Toddler Romp (Seville Grove)
2026-05-21 10:30 - 11:00 | Seville Grove Library, 78 Champion Drive, Seville Grove, WA, 6112, Australia
At these sessions we shall romp, sing, rhyme and share stories.
There will be related activity or colouring in sheets for children to do at home.
Sessions are best suited for toddlers aged 18 to 30 months, although everyone is welcome to attend.
Bookings are not required.
Childcare centres and groups must contact the library beforehand if planning to attend. Please leave prams at home when possible as space is limited.
These sessions are subject to change and will not occur on public holidays or if the library is closed. Sessions are not held between Christmas and New Year.

Weekly Storytime at Cambridge Library (No Bookings Required)
2026-05-21 10:30 - 11:00 | Cambridge Library, 99 The Boulevard, Floreat, WA, 6014, Australia
Join us for a fun mix of stories and crafts at our weekly Storytime sessions.
