Buggybuddys guide for families in Perth

Ocean Rescue SOS Escape Room @ Clarkson Library
2026-01-23 14:00 - 14:30, 2026-01-23 13:30 - 14:00, 2026-01-23 13:00 - 13:30, 2026-01-23 12:30 - 13:00, 2026-01-23 12:00 - 12:30, 2026-01-23 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-01-23 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-23 10:30 - 11:00 (Australia/Perth) and 2 more dates | Clarkson Library, Cnr Ebb Way & Ocean Keys Blvd, Clarkson, WA, 6030, Australia
Escape room is a themed puzzle room where you are completely immersed into a new reality and must use the clues around the room to ESCAPE!

PLAY DATES - Weave and Whirl
2026-01-23 13:30 - 14:00 | Art Gallery of WA, Perth Cultural Centre, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Join us for a joyful all-ages movement workshop where parents and children can dance, play, and explore together!

Australia Day Long Weekend @ The Inglewood
2026-01-23 11:00 - 23:30 | Inglewood Hotel, 803 Beaufort St, Inglewood, WA, 6052, Australia
Spend your Australia Day Long Weekend at your friendly local!
Good vibes, cold drinks, live tunes and all your pub favourites, it’s the ultimate long weekend hangout.
Live Music — Friday from 8pm & Sunday from 4pm Triple J Hottest 100 Countdown on Saturday $12 Slushies all weekend $25 Cheeseburger & Wings Combo $50 Bar Card up for grabs daily for the best crazy shirt Misting system on to keep you cool BBQ at home? Swing past our drive-thru bottle shop. Open until midnight every night
We proudly celebrate Australia Day, bringing people together to enjoy good food, good drinks and good company.

Busting the Myth of the Mad Scientist @ Bull Creek Library
2026-01-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Bull Creek Library, 24 Leichhardt Street, Bull Creek, WA, 6149, Australia
Bust Myths with Award Winning Scientist Dr Rina Fu
Say what? Scientists = Madness? Maybe, maybe not. Join award-winning scientist and lecturer Dr Rina Fu for an interactive time of myth-busting with Q & A and sharing of her real-world research tackling a global health problem through her original song and storybook ‘My Mad Scientist Mummy’. Dr Rina is looking for bright minds to assist her with some experimental procedures that may involve growing blood cells and parasites…
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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Birak Cultural Workshops with Koorda's Crew
2026-01-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Wanneroo Regional Museum, 3 Rocca Way, Wanneroo, WA, 6065, Australia
Join us for these special kid-friendly workshops to celebrate the Noongar season of Birak!

Baby Rhyme Time - Seville Grove Library
2026-01-23 10:30 - 11:00 | Seville Grove Library, 78 Champion Drive, Seville Grove, 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.

Family Story Time
2026-01-23 10:30 - 11:00 | WA Museum Boola Bardip, WA Museum Boola Bardip, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Join us for a half-hour of story-telling set amongst the backdrop of Western Australia, the ideal opportunity to introduce your child to the wonder of the written and spoken word amongst the colourful Museum galleries.
Inspired by our name, Boola Bardip, meaning ‘many stories’ in Whadjuk Nyoongar (the Country on which the Museum sits), share a moment of interactive fun while enjoying the incredible space.
A moving event, visit the information desk upon arrival to uncover that day’s location.

visit.museum.wa.gov.au/boolabardip/story-time

Australia Day Long Weekend | The Kalamunda Hotel
2026-01-23 10:00 - 21:00 | Kalamunda Hotel, 43 Railway Road, Kalamunda, WA, 6076, Australia
Aussie Day Long Weekend at The Kalamunda Hotel
We’re throwing a massive Australia Day bash and everyone’s invited!Come and sink your teeth into our Aussie food specials all weekend long, or join us for the main event on Sunday when we’re putting on a jam-packed afternoon of true-blue fun.

SUNDAY SESSION | Sunday 25th
Live Music from 3pm–6pm Face painting and balloon art for the little nippers Aussie Day Raffle with great prizes up for grabs! Competitions – Sign up for our Pie Eating competition, test your aim in Thong Throwing, or try your luck at Pin the Tail on the Emu!
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Whether you’re here for the shenanigans, the live music, or just a cold pint in the shade, the Kalamunda is the place to be this Australia Day!
Free entry all weekend long! Bookings reccomended, head to our website to reserve your tables.
https://www.kalamundahotel.com.au/book-a-table

Exhibition | Creating Meaning
2026-01-23 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

Mindbuzz Minecraft Camps
2026-01-23 10:00 - 16:00 | WA
At Mind Buzz Minecraft Camps, we’ve perfected the art of blending fun with education. For over 13 years, more than 10,000 kids have joined us, many of whom return again and again to continue their Minecraft journey. Our workshops are designed to unlock the true potential of Java Minecraft, providing a dynamic, live, environment where kids can learn and create.
Our workshops run for 6 hours and don’t end when the day is over—campers can continue to connect and learn online in a safe, exclusive, and secure environment. Our purpose-built Java Minecraft server is specifically designed to support the collaborative and educational aspects of our workshops.
For those looking to go beyond the basics, we offer a series of free online courses on how to become a leader on Minecraft servers. Kids can progress from a camper to a coach, and even to a moderator or admin.
Join our Ultimate School Holiday Program and give your kids the best day ever, fully immersed in the creative and collaborative world of Minecraft!
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Summer 2026 Events

05 Jan – Bunbury – Minecraft Camp (Monday)

05 Jan – Joondalup – Minecraft Camp (Monday)

06 Jan – Mt Hawthorn – Minecraft Camp (Tuesday)

06 Jan – Ellenbrook – Minecraft Camp (Tuesday)

07 Jan – Leederville – Minecraft Camp (Wednesday)

07 Jan – Victoria Park – Minecraft Camp (Wednesday)

08 Jan – Bibra Lake – Minecraft Camp (Thursday)

08 Jan – Willagee – Minecraft Camp (Thursday)

09 Jan – Port Kennedy – Minecraft Camp (Friday)

09 Jan – Floreat – Minecraft Camp (Friday)

12 Jan – Piara Waters – Minecraft Camp (Monday)

12 Jan – Joondalup – Minecraft Camp (Monday)

13 Jan – Mt Hawthorn – Minecraft Camp (Tuesday)

13 Jan – Kalamunda – Minecraft Camp (Tuesday)

14 Jan – Victoria Park – Minecraft Camp (Wednesday)

14 Jan – Padbury – Minecraft Camp (Wednesday)

15 Jan – Cottesloe – Minecraft Camp (Thursday)

15 Jan – Midland – Minecraft Camp (Thursday)

16 Jan – Falcon – Minecraft Camp (Friday)

16 Jan – Butler – Minecraft Camp (Friday)

19 Jan – Brookdale – Minecraft Camp (Monday)

19 Jan – Joondalup – Minecraft Camp (Monday)

20 Jan – Kalamunda – Minecraft Camp (Tuesday)

20 Jan – Morley – Minecraft Camp (Tuesday)

21 Jan – Bibra Lake – Minecraft Camp (Wednesday)

21 Jan – Leederville – Minecraft Camp (Wednesday)

22 Jan – Perth CBD – Minecraft + Engineering Camp (Thursday)

22 Jan – Cottesloe – Minecraft Camp (Thursday)

23 Jan – Perth CBD – Minecraft + Engineering Camp (Friday)

23 Jan – Victoria Park – Minecraft Camp (Friday)

27 Jan – Port Kennedy – Minecraft Camp (Tuesday)

27 Jan – Ellenbrook – Minecraft Camp (Tuesday)

28 Jan – Leederville – Minecraft Camp (Wednesday)

28 Jan – Butler – Minecraft Camp (Wednesday)

29 Jan – Scarborough – Minecraft Camp (Thursday)

29 Jan – Mt Hawthorn – Minecraft Camp (Thursday)

30 Jan – Mt Hawthorn – Leaders Camp – Minecraft Camp (Friday)

Craft Day
2026-01-23 10:00 - 15:00 | South Perth Library, South terrace, South Perth, WA, 6151, Australia
Drop-in to the library to do some fun crafting these school holidays. The only limit is your imagination!
Make sure you enter to win our door prize before you go.
All ages are welcome. The event is free and no bookings are required.
Important information:

Parents/caregivers of children under 12 must remain in the library for the duration of the event.
The event may be photographed for marketing purposes and you will have the option to opt-out on the day.

This activity is part of our January 2026 School Holiday program.

Catch and Chill: Fishing Adventures
2026-01-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Palm Beach Jetty, The Esplanade Foreshore, Rockingham Beach Rd, Rockingham, WA, 6168, Australia
Learn basic fishing skills from casting and baiting to safety and fish care at Palm Beach Jetty. No experience or equipment needed – just bring your curiosity and a sense of adventure.
BBQ lunch provided.
For ages 12 – 17.
ransport available from Rockingham Youth Centre. Limited spots available.
A registration is required for all RYC programs and events.
For more information on how to register, please contact the Rockingham Youth Centre on 9591 0836, or email youthcentre@rockingham.wa.gov.au

Spare Parts Puppet Theatre Presents Reach for the Sky
2026-01-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Fremantle Town Hall, 8 William Street, Fremantle, WA, Australia
REACH FOR THE SKY
A fast, fun and bouncy puppetry adventure made for children aged 3 to 7 and their favourite grown-ups.
JANUARY 5-24 | 10am & 1pm daily
Fremantle Town Hall
All tickets $29 | Ages 3 to 7
This January, little legs and big imaginations are invited to Reach for the Sky at Fremantle Town Hall!
This joyful, wordless show invites children to sit on bouncy balls and become part of the action as they float with whales, chase rainbows and follow two energetic characters on a journey of curiosity and courage.
With live music, mesmerising puppets and plenty of surprises, it’s theatre that plays like your kid does – high-energy, hands-on and full of wonder.
Ready to bounce? Book your tickets at sppt.com.au

Tiny Tinkers - Monster Code Quest @ Wilgi Kaartdijin Mia Willagee Library
2026-01-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Wilgi Kaartdijin Mia Willagee Library, Archibald Street, Willagee, WA, 6156, Australia
Perfect for toddlers, this hands-on session introduces early coding skills through play. With TaleBots to guide the adventure, children will navigate mazes, push buttons and follow clues to track down a cheeky digital monster hiding in the story. Early STEAM learning, big imagination, tiny heroes!

The workshop it is suitable for children aged 2 – 5 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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Cockatoo KIDs – Doug the Darter
2026-01-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Canning River Eco Education Centre (CREEC), Cnr Kent Street & Queens Park Road, Wilson, WA, 6107, Australia
Cockatoo KIDs will learn about Australasian Darters and other waterbirds of the Canning River.
Darters are expert fishers but litter like fishing line and hooks are a threat to them. Learn what you can do to help protect our waterbirds. Then you can create an amazing artwork using upcycled items and sea sponges.
There will be an option to paint a waterbird, with templates available for inspiration or a water scene. Marie, a local artist, will show you how. Take home a unique painting to remind you of what you have learned.
For kids aged 7 – 15 years. Kids 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Cockatoo KIDs – Doug the Darter (ages 7 - 15)
2026-01-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Canning River Eco Education Centre (CREEC), Cnr Kent Street & Queens Park Road, Wilson, WA, 6107, Australia
Learn about Darters and other waterbirds, then create an amazing artwork.

Cockatoo KIDs will learn about Australasian Darters and other waterbirds of the Canning River. Darters are expert fishers but litter like fishing line and hooks are a threat to them. Learn what you can do to help protect our waterbirds.
Then you can create an amazing artwork using upcycled items and sea sponges. There will be an option to paint a waterbird, with templates available for inspiration or a water scene. Marie, a local artist, will show you how. Take home a unique painting to remind you of what you have learned.
Suitable for ages 7 – 15 years, accompanied by an adult.
Please only book tickets for the children who are attending the workshop.

Circus Skills @ Clem Kentish Hall
2026-01-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Clem Kentish Oval, 24 Wellard St, Serpentine, WA, 6125, Australia
Join Cirquest for an exciting Circus Skills Workshop at Clem Kentish Hall.
We’ll start with a friendly welcome and a quick safety briefing before easing into a warm-up of stretching and fun coordination activities.
From there, participants can try their hand at juggling, hula hoops, spinning plates, and more, with demonstrations and guided practice along the way.
Come along and enjoy a fantastic hour of circus fun!
Ages 5 to 17
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Slime Fest Workshop
2026-01-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Victoria Park Library, 27 Sussex Street, East Victoria Park, WA, 6101, Australia
Ages 6-12 | $3
All children under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult
Galaxy slime, glow-in-the-dark slime and fluffy slime – the slime is endless!
Bookings are essential and can be made online, in person or over the phone.
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Baby Rhyme Time at Cambridge Library
2026-01-23 09:30 - 10:30 | Cambridge Library, 99 The Boulevard, Floreat, WA, 6014, Australia
Help develop your child’s early literacy skills while you bounce and sing along to some classic rhymes and stories, in a friendly and welcoming environment.
Baby Rhyme Time is also a great opportunity to meet other parents of young children.
Baby Rhyme Time is held during the school term only. All sessions are free and do not require any bookings. Just come along!

Annual Summer Book Sale
2026-01-23 09:00 - 17:00 | Rockingham Library, Dixon Road, Rockingham, WA, 6168, Australia
The Anual Summer Book Sale is back this year during usual library opening hours.
The sale will run for a week or until stock sells out. Come and have a browse. Titles for sale from $0.50 to $2 across all ages and genres including large print, DVDs and audio.
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 toilet and lift access to the first floor.
For opening hours, visit Rockingham Library hours.
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Holiday Craft
2026-01-23 09:00 - 17:00 | City of Perth Library, 573 Hay Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Visit the Library for fun craft activities throughout the school holidays.
See staff on Level 4 to find out what we’re making today.
Suitable for ages 2 to 12
