Buggybuddys guide for families in Perth

Spare Parts Puppet Theatre Presents Level Up!
2026-04-09 | Claremont Showgrounds, 1 Graylands Road, Claremont, WA, Australia
Ready to play? ! is an action-packed new puppet show about friendship, gaming and growing up.
Two children escape real-life worries by teaming up inside the latest video game ‘Z’, determined to conquer every level. As they battle through challenges together, they grow closer, until the game itself puts their friendship to the test.

A tribute to gaming’s greatest hits, ! explores the pull between real and virtual worlds, and what it truly means to “win”.
Perfect for families navigating play, screens and growing up in the digital age.
6 – 18 April 2026Centenary Pavilion, Gate 1, Claremont ShowgroundPerfect for ages 5+
Book your tickets at sppt.com.au

Tiny Doors of York 2026
2026-04-09 | WA
Maps available from the York Visitor Centre, or download.
Location: Various locations around York
Download Tiny Doors Trail Map Here

Story Time (2-5 Years)
2026-04-09 09:30 - 10:30 (Australia/Perth) | 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
2026-04-09 09:30 - 10:30 | WA
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
2026-04-09 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.

Adult English Conversation Group
2026-04-09 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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Play in the Park - Cubby Building in Millett Park
2026-04-09 09:30 - 11:30 | WA
Building shelters connects people with a sense of identity and place – so we encourage you to come and construct, decorate and enjoy playing in cubbies. All materials and expert instruction provided.
Important information:

Please meet near the Playground at Millett Park
Parents and carers must stay on site for the duration of the session and are encouraged to join-in
This session is open to kids of all ages
Please bring a hat, sunscreen and water
This is a drop-in session – so feel free to bring a picnic and enjoy a day in the park.

Photo credit – Educated by Nature.
This school holiday activity is presented by the City of Stirling as part of WA Tree Festival 2026. The 2026 WA Tree Festival is sponsored by the Government of Western Australia, with the support of WALGA and Perth NRM.

Bee Curious with Native Bees
2026-04-09 09:30 - 12:00 | Bull Creek Library, 24 Leichhardt Street, Bull Creek, WA, 6149, Australia
Learn about native bees and their important role as pollinators! In this hands-on workshop, participants will create and decorate a bee habitat to take home, using recycled materials.

This workshop is suitable for children aged 8 years +

Please be advised that children under the age of 13 years are to be accompanied by an adult at this activity.
If you are unwell or cannot attend, please contact the library as soon as you are able to allow someone else to take your place.
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HOSE HOLIDAYS at Old Central Fire Station
2026-04-09 09:30 - 14:00 | Old Central Fire Station, 25 Murray Street, Perth
Get ready for HOSE HOLIDAYS this April!
Join us at the Old Central Fire Station & Heritage Centre for a fun, completely FREE school holiday program packed with hose‑themed activities the kids will love.
🎳 Hose Bowling – Roll a real fire hose and knock down the pins!
🎨 Make Your Own Fire Hose Craft – Create a mini take‑home fire hose.
🔍 Hose Hunt – Explore the Heritage Centre and solve riddles to track hoses hiding in plain sight.
Plus, explore real fire trucks, historic equipment, firefighter dress‑ups, and hands‑on displays that bring 125 years of firefighting history to life.
📅 April School Holidays
🕤 Open Tues–Thurs & 1st + 3rd Saturday, 9:30am–2pm
📍 25 Murray Street, Perth
🔗https://dfes.wa.gov.au/oldcentral
💰 Free Entry

Baby Rhyme Time
2026-04-09 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
2026-04-09 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
2026-04-09 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.

Author Workshop with Laura Holloway
2026-04-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Victoria Park Library, 27 Sussex Street, East Victoria Park, WA, 6101, Australia
Ages 5-10 | $3
All children under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult
Journey into stories of Australia’s prehistoric past, design a ‘missing’ poster using factual details about your chosen megafauna and craft a salt dough fossil to bring your learning to life.
Bookings are essential and can be made online, in person or over the phone.

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Mug Art Holiday Fun
2026-04-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Dayton Family Hub, 300 Arthur Street, Dayton, WA, 6055, Australia
Let your creativity shine these school holidays with our fun Mug Painting Workshop. Kids will paint their very own ceramic mug to take home and enjoy.
All materials are provided, and no experience is needed, just imagination and a love for colour. A perfect hands-on activity for budding young artists and a great keepsake to treasure.
Date and time
Thursday, April 09, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Stay & Play!
2026-04-09 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

Yarn Art workshop Ages 11 - 17yrs.
2026-04-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Lynwood Youth and Family Centre, 11 Edgeware Street, Lynwood, WA, 6147, Australia
Join us and get creative with Yarn Art Activity!

Get creative these school holidays 🎨✨
Join us for a fun Yarn Art workshop where you’ll design and create your own colourful masterpiece to take home! Perfect for all skill levels—just bring your creativity and we’ll handle the rest.

Register your interest. This event is open for young people aged 11-17 yrs, youth who do not meet the required age will have their ticket refunded.
Please ensure that you arrive 5 mins prior to the event start time to have your name marked off by one of the Youth Workers and bring your ticket with you.
Please note that no food will be provided during this event. Water is available however we do encourage you to bring your own water bottle.
Duty of Care: The City of Canning is committed to providing safe and supported environments where young people can feel welcome and thrive. Our qualified youth team will do all they can to ensure young people are safe, supported and supervised during their time on our programs and in our centres. A large part of our Youth Service is delivering drop-in from youth centres and outreach activities at various locations; meaning young people can come and go as they please during opening times. Please note: if a young person chooses to leave in the middle of a program or centre open hours, they have the right to do so. City of Canning does not take responsibility for young people who leave the centre or are not in the premises. City of Canning youth staff do not have the authority to keep young people at our premises at the request of parents.
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For more information please contact one of our Youth Workers at youth@canning.wa.gov.au

Glitter Tattoos
2026-04-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Lollipops Bayswater, 68 Beechboro Rd Sth, Bayswater, WA, 6053, Australia
Shine bright this Thursday!Kids can sparkle with glitter tattoos (safe and fun!) at Lollipop’s Bayswater.
Perfect for ages 1-11, FREE with entry, 10am-1pm.Share your glittery moments and tag us!

What the River Holds
2026-04-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Yagan Mia Wireless Hill Museum, Telefunken Drive, Ardross, WA, 6153, Australia
Dive into this exhibition of stories exploring above, below and beyond the river’s surface.
What the River Holds invites you to dive into the layered stories of Doontanboro / Melville Water and the Dyarlgarro Beeliar / Canning River.
Exploring above, below and beyond the river’s surface through artworks, historical photos, installation, and writing – the exhibition will submerge you in the intrigue of the many lives entwined with the river.
Opening Event
Friday, 20 February from 5.30pm
Exhibition Continues
Saturday, 21 February to Sunday 26, April 2026
Wednesday to Friday – 10.00am to 4.00pm
Saturday and Sunday – 10.00am to 3.00pm

FRONT Free Family Creative Hub @140 Perth
2026-04-09 10:00 - 15:00 | 140 Perth, 140 William Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Join us at FRONT, a free family-friendly creative hub transforming @140 Perth into a vibrant creative playground these April school holidays. From 6–17 April, kids of all ages can enjoy artistic workshops, dancing, podcasts, and loads of fun activities led by some of Australia’s top creatives.
Drop in for free creative fun daily, no bookings needed! Limited spots are still available for some workshops, so jump online to secure yours. Activities run daily from 10am to 3pm, offering something for everyone to enjoy.
Please note:

Parents/carers are responsible for supervising their children at all times.
Do not attend if you or your child is unwell.
Check the FRONT website or social media for updates on activities and schedules.

Come along and make these school holidays unforgettable!
When: 6 to 17 April 2026
Where: 140 William Street, Perth
Times: 10am to 3pm daily
Cost: Free
Ages: Suitable for 2 to 18-year-olds
Find out more at: FRONT

Tracing the Invisible – North Metro Tafe Student Exhibition
2026-04-09 10:00 - 16:00 | Victoria Park Centre for the Arts, 12 Kent Street, East Victoria Park, WA, 6101, Australia
Discover the creativity of our Visual Arts students from North Metro Tafe.
Diploma students have been exploring the timeless art of pinhole photography, producing emotive images using this low-tech process. Meanwhile, Skill Set students are delving into printmaking, creating drypoint prints as they investigate the intaglio process – laying the groundwork for their journey into etching.
Date: 2-9 April
Time: 10am-2.30pm Monday, 10am-4pm Tuesday – Sunday
Location: Victoria Park Centre for the Arts, 12 Kent Street, East Victoria Park
Cost: Free – no booking required
This exhibition is part of our 2026 Arts Season program. Click here for more information about Arts Season.

Water stories at Mount Flora Museum
2026-04-09 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 | Creating Meaning
2026-04-09 10:00 - 17:00 | WA
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

Toddler Romp (Seville Grove)
2026-04-09 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.

Milly Meelyu with Dr Holly
2026-04-09 10:30 - 11:00 | AH Bracks Library + Creative Space, 431 Canning Highway (cnr of Stock Road), Melville, WA, 6156, Australia
Join us for a very special storytime with Dr Holly Bradley, co-author of Milly Meelyu.
Join us for a very special storytime with Dr Holly Bradley, co-author of Milly Meelyu, a beautiful dual-language picture book celebrating both English and Badimia.
Milly Meelyu follows the journey of a tiny Western spiny-tail skink who must find a new home after her habitat is destroyed. Along the way, children discover powerful lessons about caring for our environment, respecting Country, and the deep connections between people, animals, and land.

The workshop is suitable for children aged 6 years +

Please be advised that children under the age of 13 years are to be accompanied by an adult at this activity.
If you are unwell or cannot attend, please contact the library as soon as you are able to allow someone else to take your place.

About Holly Bradley
When Dr Holly Bradley isn’t in the jungle with sloths or helping save an endangered lizard out in the middle of Western Australia, she spends her spare time writing fiction. Holly is both a writer and a conservation biologist, who focused her PhD research on better understanding the ecology of the Meelyu. She has a keen interest in connecting with the community, particularly children, and sharing the importance of conserving our fascinating.
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Baby Rhyme Time - Piara Waters
2026-04-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Piara Waters Library, 352 Wright Rd, Piara Waters, WA, 6112, Australia
Spend quality time with your little ones and encourage their early literacy skills with songs and rhymes, as the City of Armadale Libraries host weekly Rhyme Time sessions.
The rhythm and repetition of rhymes helps babies and children learn about words, sounds and language. Bounce and sing along with your baby to some favourite nursery rhymes, and learn some new tunes to entertain and educate your baby at home.
Sessions are suitable for babies aged zero to two years. Siblings are welcome.
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.

Rhyme Time
2026-04-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Rockingham Library, Dixon Road, Rockingham, WA, 6168, Australia
Interactive sessions with lots of songs, stories and rhymes for you to share with your baby.
Aimed at ages 0 – 2 years. Bookings are not required.
For more information, please contact Rockingham Library on 9528 8683 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.

Story Time
2026-04-09 10:30 - 11:30 | City of Vincent Library, 99 Loftus Street, Leederville, WA, 6007, Australia
Join us in the junior area for a morning of stories, crafting, and meeting new friends.
Story 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.
Story Time is hosted on Mondays at 10.45am with a repeat session on Thursdays at 10.45am.
There are no sessions on Public Holidays or during school holidays.

Create and Grow Grass Heads @ Civic Square Library
2026-04-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Civic Square Library, 10 Almondbury Road, Booragoon, WA, 6154, Australia
Celebrate the WA Tree Festival at this fun, hands-on workshop where kids will create their own grass head character to take home. Using simple materials, they’ll decorate a face, add grass seeds, and learn how little things can grow with care. Place them on a sunny windowsill and watch their grassy hair grow!

This workshop is suitable for children aged 7 years +

Please be advised that children under the age of 13 years are to be accompanied by an adult at this activity.
If you are unwell or cannot attend, please contact the library as soon as you are able to allow someone else to take your place.
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Nature craft workshop
2026-04-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Manning Library, 2 Conochie Crescent, Manning, WA, 6152, Australia
Nature Makers is a crafting session for little creatives to explore art using natural and recycled materials. During this workshop, children will build pinecone bees with wool, decorate butterflies with nature-inspired elements, create magical nature wands, and learn simple weaving techniques using recycled fabric. Through crafting with sustainable materials, children are gently encouraged to care for our environment while engaging in a hands-on, meaningful art experience.
Recommended 4+

Story Time at Cambridge Library
2026-04-09 10:30 - 12:00 | Cambridge Library, 99 The Boulevard, Floreat, WA, 6014, Australia
Story Time fosters a love of reading, encourages socialisation with other children and improves literacy skills through the use of rhymes, songs and stories. Fine motor skills are also improved through craft activities.
A parent or guardian must accompany the child throughout the session.
Story Time is held during the school term only. This is a free event and no bookings are required, just come along!
