Buggybuddys guide for families in Perth

Mums & Bubs at Milestones Helena Valley
2026-03-02 10:00 - 11:30 (Australia/Perth) | 11 Torquata Blvd, 11 Torquata Boulevard, Helena Valley, WA, 6056, Australia
Come and connect with other local mums and bubs within the community!

Under 5's STEAM Lab
2026-03-02 10:00 - 13:00 | Rockingham Library, Dixon Road, Rockingham, WA, 6168, 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 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.
Register now

What the River Holds
2026-03-02 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

Arena Joondalup Family Fun Day
2026-03-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Arena Joondalup, Kennedya Drive, Joondalup, WA, 6027, Australia
Join the team at Arena Joondalup as they welcome back the much anticipated 50m pool.
To celebrate the reopening of the aquatic centre’s new 50m, 10-lane pool, a Family Fun Day will be held on Labour Day public holiday, Monday 2 March 2026. Families are invited to enjoy a lively day of water-based fun, entertainment, and giveaways, plus the opportunity to check out the newly upgraded facilities.
Whether you’re diving back in or visiting for the first time, there is something for everyone!

What’s happening:
🛝FREE Water Slide Access from 10am – 4pm
💦Return of the Arena Aqua Inflatable
🎶Roving Entertainment and Music all day
🎉Fun Pool Activities and Giveaways
🍧FREE DelishIce Ice Pops* for the first 1,000 guests
🐾Special appearance by Royal Life Saving WA Watchdogs Walter & Wendy
🏊Access to the new 50m pool

Please note:
Children 5-years and under must be constantly supervised and within arm’s reach of a parent or guardian.
If a child is in the water, the parent or guardian must also be in the water.
*ICEPOPS subject to availability until allocation exhausted.
Venue: Arena Joondalup – Kennedya Drive, Perth Western Australia 6027
Day: Monday 2 March, 2026 (Labour Day Public Holiday)
Time: 10am – 4pm
Tickets: FREE

For more event information visit the Arena Joondalup website Contact: (08) 9300 3355 // contactus@arenajoondalup.com.au
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram

Exhibition | Creating Meaning
2026-03-02 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
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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?”
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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

Hyde Park Festival 2026
2026-03-02 10:00 - 17:00 | Hyde Park, William Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Get ready for one of Perth’s most loved community festivals! The Hyde Park Festival returns in 2026 for two huge days of family fun, food, music and local culture.
This event is delivered by North Perth Rotary and proudly supported by the City of Vincent.
Event details:

Sunday 1 March – 10am to 7:30pm
Monday 2 March – 10am to 5pm

This year the festival is set to bring all your favourites along with some new and exciting activations for families to enjoy. The Hyde Park Festival is free for every family member including your four-legged friends, with over 50 food stalls, 200 market stalls, rides for all ages, and free activations for families to get involved in (including your favourite animals).
What to expect:

Market stalls, makers, creators & artisan goods
Food trucks from all over WA
Show bags
Live music, bands, dance groups and cultural performances
Kids entertainment, roaming performers & Talent in the Park
Picnic-perfect vibes under the shady trees at Hyde Park

Hyde Park Festival is two days of non-stop fun, and there is so much to choose from.
All proceeds raised by The Rotary Club of North Perth will be donated to Little Things for Tiny Tots, providing essential baby care items to families doing it tough. Making your attendance at this free community event all the more important.

Rhymetime
2026-03-02 10:30 - 11:00 | Beechboro Public Library, 332 Benara Road, Beechboro, WA, 6063, Australia
Introduce your baby to the joy of nursery rhymes and singalongs in the library!
Singing rhymes and songs together is a lovely way to bond with your child and will help them learn to talk, build vocabulary and develop essential listening skills.
Running weekly across all City of Swan Library branches, come along to a Rhymetime with your baby!
Please note that this program is suitable for children aged 0-24 months.
Some sessions may be photographed or streamed live, so please sit at the back if you are not comfortable with yourself or your child being filmed.

Story Time (Kelmscott)
2026-03-02 10:30 - 11:00 | Kelmscott Library, Stargate Shopping Centre, 2784 Albany Highway, Kelmscott, WA, 6111, Australia
Story Time sessions foster a love of reading, stimulate the imagination and encourage social interaction with other children.
Hear stories, sing songs and enjoy a craft activity together. These sessions encourage children’s literacy skills to prepare them for school.
Bookings are not required.
Childcare centres and groups must contact the library beforehand if planning to attend.
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.

Little Learners | Toddler Yoga
2026-03-02 10:30 - 11:00 | Floreat Forum, The Boulevard, Floreat, WA, 6014, Australia
Join us on Monday mornings during term time for our FREE Toddler yoga classes with YOGAZOO!

Story Time
2026-03-02 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.

Bubs at the Hub
2026-03-02 10:30 - 11:30 | Children’s Space, Ruth Faulkner Library, 213 Wright Street, Cloverdale, WA, 6105, Australia
Enjoy rhymes, songs and stories with your baby and connect with other parents in your local community.

For families with children up to 2 yearsThis program will be held in the Children’s Space, Ruth Faulkner Library
Books, rhymes and songs help babies and toddlers to develop early literacy skills and a love of language. We also provide puzzles and toys after each session encouraging families to chat, stay and play together.
Tickets are not required for this free program.

Mandarin Bilingual Rhymes at Riverton Library (Ages 0-5)
2026-03-02 11:00 - 11:30 | Riverton Library, 67 Riley Road, Riverton, WA, 6148, Australia
Let’s celebrate our cultures and diversity in the City of Canning

Library Quiet Hours
2026-03-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Midland Library, 45 Helena Street, Midland, WA, 6056, Australia
A welcoming, safe, and comfortable space for all members of our diverse community.

Come in during this time for a quiet library experience.
During Quiet Hour, we ask library users to:

Keep voices low
Take phone calls outside the library
Use headphones for all devices
Avoid noisy activities
Be respectful of Quiet Hour and other library users.

The library will:

Turn down phones and PC notifications
Reduce movement in the space
Keep conversations low to maintain a calm environment
Maintain a quiet environment by asking customers to comply.

We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in creating a peaceful and inclusive space.

Labour Day Pirate Party
2026-03-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Claremont Hotel, 1 Bay View Terrace, Claremont, WA, 6010, Australia
Join us this Labour Day for a pirate party adventure! 🏴‍☠️ We’ve got free face painting and pirate hat decorating from 1pm-3pm.
Book your table for lunch among the fun now!
BOOK NOW

Drop-In at The Shack
2026-03-02 14:30 - 17:30 | WA
Looking for a chill spot to hang out? Young people are welcome at our youth centres during Drop-In sessions! Meet new friends, play games, and just unwind with Youth Workers on hand.
No registration is required to attend. Unless stated otherwise, all activities hosted during Drop-In are free and light refreshments provided.
Young people who visit The Shack during Drop-In are welcome to use the youth centre’s pool table, foosball, table tennis, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, board games, sports gear, and comfy couches to chill on in the open planned drop-in area. The centre also has a fully equipped kitchen, computers, and a workshop room where programs are often hosted. The cool urban art on the walls of The Shack makes for a perfect background for selfies! There is a basketball court, skate park and oval nearby for the outdoor or sport-loving young person.
Eligibility to attend Drop-In at The Shack
Eligible participants to attend this program must be aged between 10 to 18 years old.

Dates and Times
All Youth and Families program dates follow the Western Australian Department of Education‘s school term schedule. Programs do not operate on Western Australian public holidays, as listed on the Government of Western Australia’s website.

Drop-In at The Shack: School Terms

Age Group
Times
Days

10 – 18 years
14:30 – 17:30
Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays

School Holidays
Check out the School Holiday Drop-In at The Shack event page to find out when drop-in will be running during the school holidays.

Library Quiet Hours
2026-03-02 15:00 - 16:00 | Beechboro Public Library, 332 Benara Road, Beechboro, WA, 6063, Australia

Library Quiet Hours
2026-03-02 15:30 - 16:30 | Bullsbrook Library, 3 Maroubra Ave, Bullsbrook, WA, 6086, Australia

LEGO Club (4+ Years)
2026-03-02 15:30 - 16:30 | Murray Library, Pinjarra Road, Pinjarra, WA, 6208, Australia
Calling all LEGO enthusiasts!
Join the Murray Library team in the Lesser Hall for our monthly after school LEGO club.
Bring your friends and challenge yourself to create and construct.
All skill levels welcome and all LEGO is provided.
No booking required.
Please note LEGO club only runs during the school term and takes a break during school holidays.
*Children 10 and under must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult for the duration of the session.

Create with Kate (Kids aged 6 - 11)
2026-03-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Bay View Community Centre, 64 Bay View Terrace, Claremont, WA, 6010, Australia
Join artist Kate Allen for a fun six-week art program that encourages kids to explore different art mediums and express their creativity.
Projects include:
– Acrylic sunset ocean painting
– Make your own puzzle
– Pop art painting
– Watercolour with wax crayons
– Acrylic bird paintings
– Decorative vase painting
When:
February – 23
March – 4, 9, 16, 23 & 30
Time: 4pm – 5pm

Buy tickets

safe space - weekly youth drop in (ages 12-17) in Freo !
2026-03-02 16:00 - 17:00 | City of Fremantle Town Hall, 8 William Street, Fremantle, WA, 6160, Australia
Resuming Term 1 2026. Open to all young people aged 12-17

Minecraft engineers - Whitford
2026-03-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Whitford Library, Cnr Marmion Avenue and Banks Avenue, Hillarys, WA, Australia
Minecraft engineers is a fun weekly club where children use creative mode to build in Minecraft. Come along and build amazing things whilst developing STEM skills.
Sessions run during the school term.
Please note: Children will need to BYO device with Minecraft installed in order to participate.
No cost. Book online for the whole term. Walk-ins will be welcome each week if space allows.
Bookings for term one open on Monday 12 January 2026.

LEGO Club at Cambridge Library
2026-03-02 16:30 - 17:30 | Cambridge Library, 99 The Boulevard, Floreat, WA, 6014, Australia
Lego Club sessions are held every second Monday during school term at 4pm.
No bookings are required and you’re welcome to attend any session. However, due to space and Lego resource requirements, attendance numbers are limited to the first 20 children who arrive for each session.

Parenting a Child on the Spectrum Series
2026-03-02 16:30 - 17:30 | Armadale Community and Family Centre, 101 Challis Rd, Seville Grove, WA, 6112, Australia
Hosted by The Fathering Project
Join us for a chat on Parenting a Child on the Spectrum Series. Please note that your child does not need a formal diagnosis for you to attend.
These free events are open to all dads/father figures with children with autism.
Join us as we talk through different topics to support you on your journey.
Parenting is rarely simple, but raising a child on the spectrum often adds layers of complexity that can leave even the most of dads feeling overwhelmed. Some of the topics discussed include, building routines, supporting siblings of children with autism, understanding meltdowns and sensory overload, co-parenting and communication, understanding echolalia, advocating for your child, transitioning from early intervention to school age, finding joy and explaining autism to your friends and family.

Book Online

Wellard - Thursday Henley Reserve Walking Group
2026-03-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Henley Reserve, Gilmore Ave, after Wellard Road, Leda, WA, 6167, Australia
Enjoy the meandering peaceful bushland and flat paths that are in Henley Reserve park and bushland with friendly locals! Mostly shady and cool, there are two paths to choose: stay on the paved path near the basketball court and playground, ideal for people with walkers, prams, crutches and wheelchairs. Or, extend your walk with a venture into the bushland trail and enjoy the serenity of tree-lined paths. The bush trail is better suited to those who don’t rely on wheels to move as in some places it is soft with sand, but mostly it is solid. The full walk will take less than an hour to do. Bring your hat, wear sunscreen and carry water. The best parking is on Ringwood Loop. Meet at the basketball court for a quick meet and greet before moving on to the paved walk, followed by the bush walk for those eager to take on a little more of the walk. Come along for a gentle stroll, every Thursday to enjoy the natural beauty of the reserve and meet others who love to celebrate the beautiful bushland of Kwinana or need a little inspiration to get mobile on an easy walking track. Your group leader Kate looks forward to seeing you there!

Mens Circle
2026-03-02 18:00 - 20:00 | 51 Anketell St, 51 Anketell Street, Kensington, WA, 6151, Australia
Looking for a place to discuss life as a man with other like minded men? Manhood Perth provides a safe non-judgmental place to do that.

Transform Your Relationships and Communication
2026-03-02 19:00 - 20:30 | Dorchester Hall, 2 Dugdale Street, Warwick, WA, 6024, Australia
Learn new techniques and skills to help you communicate effectively with others, resolve issues, and heal and strengthen your relationships

Clean Up Australia Day at UWA
2026-03-03 08:00 - 11:00 | James Oval, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley, WA, 6009, Australia
Be part of Clean Up Australia Day at UWA and help keep our campus clean while contributing to a national environmental initiative.

Join the UWA community for Clean Up Australia Day, a national initiative that brings people together to care for the environments we use every day.
Participants will meet at the Barbeque area between Uni Village Grocer and James Oval cricket nets at the UWA Crawley Campus.
All equipment, including gloves and bags, will be provided. Following the clean-up, participants are invited to stay and enjoy a BBQ lunch, providing an opportunity to connect with colleagues, peers and like-minded community.
Event agenda

Arrival and registration at the meeting point
Safety briefing and allocation of clean-up zones
Campus clean-up activity
BBQ and informal networking after the clean-up

This is a public event, open for all. Please wear comfortable clothing and closed shoes suitable for outdoor activity.
By taking part, you will be supporting UWA’s sustainability goals and contributing to Clean Up Australia’s nationwide efforts to reduce waste and protect local environments.

Action Tots
2026-03-03 09:00 - 10:00 | Mandurah Aquatic And Recreation Centre, 303 Pinjarra Road, Mandurah, WA, 6210, Australia
Welcome to Action Tots, a captivating 45-minute adventure designed to entertain and foster the growth and development of your child during those crucial early years (0-5 years old).
Why Choose Action Tots?
Holistic Development:
Action Tots is crafted to promote holistic development in your child. Our engaging obstacle course encourages toddlers to develop essential physical, social, and cognitive skills. From swinging and climbing to tumbling, rolling, balancing, and dancing, they’ll have a blast while enhancing their overall development.
Parent-Child Bonding:
At Action Tots, we recognise the significance of parent-child bonding. Our program actively encourages parents to participate, creating a special time for both you and your little one. It’s an opportunity to share moments, cheer each other on, and forge lasting memories together.
Social Interaction:
Toddlers have the chance to meet and interact with new friends in a safe and supervised environment. This social exposure aids in building early social skills and a sense of belonging.
Expert Guidance:
Our experienced instructors are specially trained to understand the unique needs of toddlers. They create a supportive and nurturing atmosphere, allowing children to explore and learn at their own pace.

Join Action Tots:
Transform your child’s playtime into an enriching learning experience at Action Tots. Don’t miss this chance to support your toddler’s growth and create beautiful memories together. Enrol your child today, and let the adventure begin!
Class Days and Times:
Tuesdays: 9.15am
Term Bookings: $15.50 per class
Casual Booking: $17.50 per class (subject to availability)
Secure your child’s spot today for a journey filled with learning, laughter, and growth!

Tumble Tots (1-2 years)
2026-03-03 09:00 - 10:00 | Richard Rushton Community Centre, 24 Baron Way, Gosnells, WA, 6110, Australia
At Tumble Tots, we make learning fun! Watch your child’s confidence soar as they climb, sing, and dance through our high-energy sessions designed to boost coordination, strength, motor skills, and imagination. Each week brings new challenges and surprises, making every session a blast for both kids and parents. We pride ourselves on being inclusive, ensuring every child feels welcomed and valued. Chat with our friendly staff about any specific needs your child may have.
Join the Tumble Tots adventure – where play leads to growth and joy!

Tumble Tots Days and Times
All Youth and Families programs do not operate on Western Australian public holidays, as listed on the Government of Western Australia’s website.

Tumble Tots: School Terms
Tumble Tots run for 8-9 weeks during the school term, with all classes being held at Richard Rushton Community Centre, Gosnells.

Age Group
Session Times
Days

1 – 2 years

Session 1: 09:15 – 10:15
Session 2: 10:30 – 11:30
Mondays

Session 1: 09:15 – 10:15
Wednesdays

2 – 4 years

Session 1: 09:15 – 10:15
Session 2: 10:30 – 11:30
Tuesdays

Session 1: 09:15 – 10:15
Thursdays

Tumble Tots does not operate during the school holidays.
Specialised activities are often organised during the school holidays. These activities are often advertised on our City of Gosnells Children and Families Facebook page.

Enrolling your child into a Tumble Tots 1-2 years class
There are three (3) Tumble Tots 1-2 years classes; please ensure care is taken in registering into a class that suits you and your child.
Below are the steps involved in registering your child into a class.

Review the Children and Families Programs FAQs and Cancellation Policy webpage before proceeding to registration.
Register for the term program by purchasing a ticket to secure a place in the program via the TryBooking event (hyperlinked below).
– Note: a TryBooking account is not needed to purchase a ticket

Froggy's Fun on the Green
2026-03-03 09:00 - 11:30 | WA
Froggy’s Fun on the Green is a free, family-friendly mobile outdoor play session for Cockburn parents, grandparents or carers with children aged 0 to 5 years. It offers fun activities for children and a chance for mums, dads, grandparents or carers to connect with others, and also access information and support.
Two sessions are held per week during school terms on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Please note:

No bookings are required, just sign in on the day so we can record attendance
If you arrive early (before 9am or 8.30am in Term 1) at the park, use the playground until the session is set up
Do not attend if you or your child is sick
Please help staff pack up after the session
Do not bring dogs for safety reasons
Parents/carers are responsible for looking after their children at all times (please note there is a lake in Manning Park)
Please be aware of parking rules in reserves and parks and be aware of turtle nests or turtles hatching, laying at Manning Park
Please don’t take photos or videos of children who are not yours or who you are not caring for on the day.
In case of bad weather, call 0467 713 447 to see if Froggy’s is going ahead, but remember staff are busy setting up so cannot always respond immediately. If weather is extreme the session will be cancelled – check the City’s Facebook page and this website page.

The City of Cockburn accepts no liability for any injury, loss or damage incurred by attending this program.
Session Details
School Terms Only
Term 2- starting Monday 20 April 2026

Day
Locations

Monday Sessions
Manning Park, Azelia Road, Hamilton Hill
(The venue is on the grassy banks to the right of the museum when facing it)

Tuesday Sessions
Nicholson Reserve, Swallow Drive, Yangebup (under cover option available)
