Buggybuddys guide for families in Perth

Baby Rhyme Time - Piara Waters
2026-11-26 10:30 - 11:30 (Australia/Perth) | 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
2026-11-26 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
2026-11-26 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.

Story Time - Mt Claremont Library
2026-11-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Mt Claremont Library, 105 Montgomery Avenue, Mount Claremont, WA, 6010, Australia
Held weekly during school term at the Mt Claremont Library
Free
Thursdays during school term10.30am – 11.30am
(Duration of sessions vary)

Morley Ability Dance Class
2026-11-26 10:45 - 11:45 | Personal Advocacy Service, 28 Holdhurst Way, Morley, WA, 6062, Australia
Join us for a fun, inclusive dance class designed especially for people with an intellectual disability. Delivered by DanceSport coaches.

Kids Connect
2026-11-26 15:30 - 16:30 | Australind Public Library, 7 Mulgara Street, Australind, WA, 6233, Australia
Are you looking for something for your kids to do after school?

Library Quiet Hours
2026-11-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Guildford Public Library, 97 James Street, Guildford, WA, 6055, 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.

FAM-FUN-NIGHT-THURSDAYS! at Gage Roads
2026-11-26 17:00 - 21:00 | Gage Roads Brewing Co, Peter Hughes Dr, Fremantle
We’ve got the cure for the curse of school night Groundhog Day: Every Thursday from 5pm, our games room turns into a full-blown family froth fest

We’re talking top tier fam fun, free grub and something new for the gromms each week!
WHAT TO EXPECT EVERY WEEK:
Free face painting
Bubble machine chaos
Giant games for little hands
Free kids’ meal with every adult meal – selected meals only
Footy on the big screen for the big kids

Thursdays are for the fam, the fun, and the froth

Find out more by visiting https://gageroads.com.au/event/fam-fun-night-thursdays/

Poetry Club
2026-11-26 18:00 - 19:00 | WA
4th Thursday of the Month
5.45pm arrival for 6.00pm start
The Victoria Park Poetry Club is calling all local poets to come and share the beauty of the written word through discussion, writing opportunities and sharing your own creations.
The session will be facilitated by Mimma Tornatora, local poet, facilitator & teacher.
Gatherings occur monthly, on the fourth Thursday of each month.
BYO writing materials & drink bottle.

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Perth Royal Show
2026-11-27, 2026-11-28 | Claremont Showgrounds, 1 Graylands Road, Claremont, WA, Australia
The Perth Royal Show is returning in 2026 with more value, more entertainment, more experiences and more to discover!
We’re talking 12 hours of 100+ FREE entertainment activities, meals from just $5, and 2-for-1 rides for an hour every morning. At this year’s Show, there is something for everyone.

https://raswa.org.au/perth-royal-show

S&R Orchard Blossom Festival 2026
2026-11-27 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-11-28 09:00 - 16:00 | S&R Orchard, 46 Halleendale Road, Walliston, WA, 6076, Australia
The orchard is bursting into bloom! Join us for the Blossom Festival at S&R Orchard — the perfect day out to soak up the beauty of spring in the Perth Hills.
When: 05 – 20 September 2026 Every day, 9 AM – 4 PM
Where: S&R Orchard, 36 Halleendale Road, Walliston, WA
What’s on:
~ Wander through thousands of blooming fruit trees, an Instagrammer’s dream!~ Family fun: animal farm, tractor rides, teacup rides & a Ferris wheel~ Delicious food trucks & coffee vans~ Blossom‑themed photo props for the perfect spring shots~ Picnic spots to relax and enjoy the orchard atmosphere
Tickets & Parking: Tickets available at the gate; no booking required for entry
Free parking available, but you need to book your parking ticket in advance for Saturdays & Sundays to help us manage traffic – booking details here: https://www.trybooking.com/DOZCQ

Library Quiet Hours
2026-11-27 09:30 - 10:30 | Ellenbrook Library, 90 Main Street, Ellenbrook, WA, 6069, Australia

Baby Rhymetime
2026-11-27 09:30 - 10:30 | Victoria Park Library, 27 Sussex Street, East Victoria Park, WA, 6101, Australia
Suitable for children 0-2 years
Filled with songs and rhymes to encourage early literacy.
When: Every Friday morning during the school term
Time: Choose from either the 9.30am or 10.30am session
Cost: Free

Buster | Fridays
2026-11-27 09:30 - 11:30 | Walyalup Civic Centre – Fremantle Library, 151 High Street, Fremantle, WA, 6160, Australia
Buster is a program aimed at children 0 – 5 years old, and their parents/guardians.

Join our Buster program every Friday of the school term in the courtyard at the Fremantle Library.
Our program:

caters for ages 0-5
offers a multi-sensory, hands-on, active and child-centred program
offers creative and fun opportunities for families to learn and play together
incorporates the five key areas of development and the childhood principles of Belong, Being and Become

Every Friday during school term | 9.30–11.30am | Free

Buster | Fridays
2026-11-27 09:30 - 11:30 | The Fremantle Library at Walyalup Civic Centre, 151 High St, Fremantle WA 6160, Fremantle, WA, 6160, Australia
Buster is a program aimed at children 0 – 5 years old, and their parents/guardians.
Join our Buster program every Friday of the school term in the courtyard at the Fremantle Library.
Our program:

caters for ages 0-5
offers a multi-sensory, hands-on, active and child-centred program
offers creative and fun opportunities for families to learn and play together
incorporates the five key areas of development and the childhood principles of Belong, Being and Become!

Every Friday during school term | 9.30–11.30am | Free

Story Time
2026-11-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Mary Davies Library and Community Centre, 17 Settlers Avenue, Baldivis, WA, 6171, Australia
Story Time aims to encourage a love of reading and start developing many of the skills needed when starting school.
Aimed at ages 2 – 5 years. Free event run during school terms. Bookings are not required.
For more information contact Mary Davies Library and Community Centre on 9591 0800 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.
Mary Davies Library and Community Centre has 2 ACROD parking bays (Nancy Alley), disabled toilet and lift access to first floor.
Children under the age of 13 years must be supervised by a parent/guardian at all times while in a City of Rockingham Library.

Baby Rhyme Time - Seville Grove Library
2026-11-27 10:30 - 11:00 | Seville Grove Library, 78 Champion Drive, Seville Grove, WA, 6112, Australia

Feed It Forward Community Day
2026-11-27 13:00 - 15:00 | 31 Balfour Rd, 31 Balfour Road, Swan View, WA, 6056, Australia
Milestones Swan View welcomes the local community into the Center every Friday from 1pm – 3pm for fresh fruit, vegetables and bakery items f

Mobile Youth Truck – Mirror Park Skate Park
2026-11-27 15:00 - 18:00 | Mirror Park Skate Park, 124 Venturi Dr, Ocean Reef, WA, 6027, Australia
The Youth Truck is a custom-designed mobile youth service that provides a welcoming, free drop-in space for young people and access to youth workers for support, information and referral services. The truck includes amenities such as cooking facilities, gaming consoles, art and craft activities, sports equipment, tabletop and board games, free Wi-Fi.
The Youth Truck travels to various locations in the City of Joondalup, including local parks, schools and community events.
Eligibility: For ages 11 – 18 years.
Important note: Time and dates are subject to change. For updates, times and eligibility follow the Youth Services via Facebook and Instagram. Note subject to change and weather permitting.

Library Quiet Hours
2026-11-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Ballajura Library, 1 Kingfisher Avenue, Ballajura, WA, 6066, Australia

Kids Eat Free at Bailey Brewing Co
2026-11-27 17:00 - 21:00 | Bailey Brewing Co., 9861 West Swan Road, Henley Brook, WA, 6055, Australia
Kids Eat Free Friday!
Bring the whole family for a fantastic Friday night out!
Every Friday after 5pm, with every main meal purchased, kids eat free! It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy a delicious meal while the little ones are treated to a tasty dish of their own.
Bring the kids, bring the appetite, and enjoy a family-friendly dining experience. Don’t miss out on this great deal!
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Nocturnal Woylie Walk
2026-11-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Whiteman Park, 99 Lord Street, Whiteman, WA, 6068, Australia
Woodland Reserve is a protected sanctuary for rare and endangered Western Australian fauna within Whiteman Park.
You can experience the unique bushland habitats of the Reserve, and see its wildlife in action on this fantastic Friday night guided tour, just 20 minutes from the Perth CBD.
Led by one of our knowledgeable volunteer guides, you’ll explore the Reserve habitats by torchlight, see native fauna in their natural environment and learn about what Whiteman Park is doing to help the critically endangered woylie. Thanks to the special night-lighting, you’ll even be able to see woylies and quenda feeding at your feet!
Bookings are essential for these popular tours, with funds from your tour fees going towards the upkeep of the Reserve and its inhabitants.
If you’re really lucky, you might even spot one of our resident short-beaked echidnas, a tammar wallaby or some microbats flying overhead!

Price
Adults $23.00 • Children 6-16yrs $18.00 • Concession/Student $18.00

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Toddler Time
2026-11-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Mary Davies Library and Community Centre, 17 Settlers Avenue, Baldivis, WA, 6171, Australia
These sessions are full of fun with stories, songs, finger plays and movement rhymes. Aimed at ages 1 – 3 years. Free event. Bookings are not required.
For more information contact Mary Davies Library and Community Centre on 9591 0800 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.
Mary Davies Library and Community Centre has 2 ACROD parking bays (Nancy Alley), disabled toilet and lift access to first floor.
Children under the age of 13 years must be supervised by a parent/guardian at all times while in a City of Rockingham Library.

Men in the Hood
2026-11-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Thornlie Park Centre, 50 Thornlie Avenue, Thornlie, WA, 6108, Australia
Men in the Hood

Is a nine‑month program runs one Saturday afternoon each month. You can drop into any session you like, or sign up for the whole series — which works best because each session builds on the last. The program gives blokes a chance to slow down, learn more about themselves, and find a bit more balance in life. It’s about building confidence, developing emotional skills, and reflecting on what being a man means to you. — stuff that can make a real difference at home, at work and in the community.
You’ll get to connect with other men, pick up practical tools, and walk away with things you can actually use in your day‑to‑day life.
Month 1: Program Overview and Starting the Journey
Month 2: Men’s Circle: Getting to Know You
Month 3: Men’s Work -The Deep Dive
Month 4: Cooking Class – Basics for Blokes!
Month 5: Men’s Circle 2 – Looking Back
Month 6: Self Care and Habit Creation
Month 7: Breathwork
Month 8: Men’s Circle 3 – What We Show / What We Hide
Month 9: Emotional Literacy and Program Close
Registrations Open 18th March
📍 Saturday: 18 April, 16 May, 13 June, 11 July, 8 August, 5 September, 3 October, 31 October & 28 November
📅 Thornlie Park Centre
🕤 1pm – 4pm

Register here

Make New & Mend Craft Group
2026-11-28 13:30 - 15:30 | The Grove Library, 1 Leake Street, Peppermint Grove, WA, 6011, Australia
Make New & Mend meets Sat 1:30-3:30pm, Grove Library. Drop in any time to learn or share crochet, knitting, sewing. Inclusive & welcoming.

Lego Club - Joondalup
2026-11-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Joondalup Library, 102 Boas Avenue, Joondalup, WA, Australia
Join in the fun of creative LEGO play. Share and display your creations with the group and library visitors.
No cost. No bookings required.
Held during school term.

Bassendean Saturday Night Markets
2026-11-28 16:30 - 20:30 | BIC Reserve, Bassendean, WA, 6054, Australia
Stalls – Food Trucks – Community stalls- Live music – Activities Saturday Night (once a month)
BIC Reserve, Bassendean. Behind the Bassendean Tennis Courts
Friendly on-lead dogs welcome
25 October29 November20 December28 February28 march25 April

Joondalup Night Market
2026-11-28 16:30 - 20:30 | Joondalup City Centre, Joondalup, WA, Australia
Discover a delicious mix of food trucks, market stalls while enjoying live music and family-friendly entertainment. Held regularly in the heart of the city, the Night Markets offer a fun and welcoming community experience, showcasing the best of local flavours, talent and creativity.
