All Things to Do for Kids in Perth

Did you know that there’s a nature play area in the Perth foothills suburb of Bushmead. While it’s much smaller than the estate’s “Giant Park”, the simple Ridge Hill Green Nature Playground can provide plenty of entertainment for children that love to be in the great outdoors and love to climb. The beautifully made timber play structure features a double slide – perfect for kids to race siblings or friends. Image: Bushmead Estate Very small children may have trouble reaching this, as there’s a flat net to climb to get to it, as well as big logs to climb. On Read more…

Light Up your Summer in the City of Perth! Perth City’s favourite summer Fun Fair is back for five action-packed weeks, from Friday 1st December to Saturday 6th January*. Delight in the beauty of Elizabeth Quay whilst enjoying a huge lineup filled with the ultimate holiday cheer and attractions. FREE ENTRY – Discover this magical experience with access to Fireworks, Entertainment, Snowfalls and pay per use attractions. NOVA 93.7 Fireworks – Nova 97.3 will ignite the city sky with breathtaking displays of colour and awe on selected nights. Carnival Rides – Fly High on the Dream Swinger, Drift on the Read more…

Whiteman Park is full of fun and interesting things to do with the kids, every day of the year, and winter/makuru school holidays are no different! Just because it’s wet and wild, doesn’t mean that you can’t still enjoy a trip to Whiteman Park in July – in fact, the rains bring a whole new dimension to many of the Park’s attractions. Try to get a selfie with some native wildlife at Caversham Wildlife Park, explore the Children’s Forest with activity sheets in hand, hop aboard the vintage trains and trams or explore the museums. There are so many opportunities Read more…

Grand Cinemas Joondalup is now owned and operated by Hoyts From its small beginnings, HOYTS cinemas have become one of the world’s leading entertainment corporations. HOYTS Australia and New Zealand owns and operates over 50 cinemas with over 400 screens and more than 50,000 seats. HOYTS cinemas are located in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Australian Capital Territory, South Australia, Western Australia and New Zealand. Find your local HOYTS cinema HERE. Hoyts Rewards Hoyts Rewards Members FREE – Join Now Save 10% on movie tickets* Earn HOYTS Points^ Free popcorn refills~ Birthday rewards $9.50 movie tickets for members over 60+ Movie Read more…

Whiteman Parks’ newest playground is now open! Pia’s Place has been designed to allow ALL children the opportunity to play and explore in an inspirational nature-based inclusive play space. This state of the art playground definitely takes the meaning of ALL ABILITIES to a whole new level!!! Located at Mussel Pool East, opposite the dog park, the 8,000sqm playground is accessible by car with plenty of parking available or by tram with a tram stop directly out the front. The Playground is fully fenced and includes toilets, BBQs, picnic shelters, drinking fountains and pathways to easily navigate throughout the play Read more…

School Holiday Day Camps Have you got your kids school holidays sorted or need them out of the house? Winter is here at Swan Valley Adventure Centre with a surprise along with the return of our School Holiday Day Camps! With activities in the great outdoors such as the blackout zone, flying fox, commando course, archery and special backwoods cooking experience during our bush craft activity, your kids will leave the computer screens and thrive for memorable adventure!  The school holiday adventure day program runs daily from 8.20am – 3.45pm, costs $98.50 including booking fee and no day is the Read more…

Ivy & Jack – Where Kids’ meals are the starring role Lights, camera…. ACTION! Did you know that Ivy & Jack takes its name after two characters that appeared in the first movie which premiered at the Old Town Cinema – sitting on the same site on Hay Street from 1969? While a totally new revamped premises exists today, the Hollywood lights and memorabilia still remains. And little starlets can now enjoy a scrumptious selection of meals on the Ivy & Jack kids’ menu. From nutritious options such as grilled barramundi with steamed vegetables or the old favourites including chicken Read more…

Grand Cinemas Bunbury is now owned and operated by Hoyts From its small beginnings, HOYTS cinemas have become one of the world’s leading entertainment corporations. HOYTS Australia and New Zealand owns and operates over 50 cinemas with over 400 screens and more than 50,000 seats. HOYTS cinemas are located in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Australian Capital Territory, South Australia, Western Australia and New Zealand. Find your local HOYTS cinema HERE. Hoyts Rewards Hoyts Rewards Members FREE – Join Now Save 10% on movie tickets* Earn HOYTS Points^ Free popcorn refills~ Birthday rewards $9.50 movie tickets for members over 60+ Movie Read more…

There’s no place like The Wanneroo Botanic Gardens to spend the festive season with your friends, colleagues, and loved ones! Spectator admission to the Gardens is just $6 or FREE for Guests dining in the restaurant, playing Mini Golf and for children 0-3yrs. Please note, wristbands are issued on entry and must be worn at all times. Guests can visit the Gardens at any time during opening hours, with 7pm onward being the best time for viewing the lights. Please check the event times carefully for the date of your planned visit as closing times differ. Last tee-off for Mini Read more…

Grand Cinemas Currambine is now owned and operated by Hoyts From its small beginnings, HOYTS cinemas have become one of the world’s leading entertainment corporations. HOYTS Australia and New Zealand owns and operates over 50 cinemas with over 400 screens and more than 50,000 seats. HOYTS cinemas are located in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Australian Capital Territory, South Australia, Western Australia and New Zealand. Find your local HOYTS cinema HERE. Hoyts Rewards Hoyts Rewards Members FREE – Join Now Save 10% on movie tickets* Earn HOYTS Points^ Free popcorn refills~ Birthday rewards $9.50 movie tickets for members over 60+ Movie Read more…

Swim, train and play at HBF Arena Aquatic Centre Currently Closed For further information visit our website. A 50m pool, leisure pool, a modern gym with a dedicated group fitness studio, kids swimming lessons and junior sporting clinics, social sporting competitions, crèche and café are all located inside HBF Arena. HBF Arena is the perfect location offering a diverse range of aquatic facilities, suited for both lap and family swimming. Our facilities feature the following: Lap pool: Indoor 10 lane, 50m pool with a variable depth facility heated to a comfortable 27ºC year-round. Family Pool: Indoor 3 lane, 25m teaching Read more…

The water playground at Whiteman Park has recently reopened after a major refurbishment and it’s looking fabulous! New shaded areas have been added along with pool sun loungers so you can pretend to be on  vacation!  The 30cm deep water playground is free to use and is open 10.00am to 5.00pm every day from late September until the end of April school holidays each year (weather and permits permitting) and is a great place to cool off during the hot summer months. Around the pool are shelters – some have benches and others are just shaded floor space, perfect for Read more…

Perth’s Outback Splash is one of WA’s top outdoor entertainment destinations. The family fun park is located on the doorstep of the Swan Valley, just over 30 minutes from the Perth CBD. At the heart of the fun is the park’s first water attraction, the Splash Island waterslide playground. Its island-theme rises three stories high, crowned with a giant tipping bucket that showers delight. It’s especially a hit amongst primary school aged children. The playground features five varied waterslides – some perfect for the little ones and others that challenge the more adventurous, ensuring hours of enjoyment. For the youngest, Octopus Bay Read more…

Discover a hidden treasure in Perth’s northern suburbs – the Wanneroo Botanic Gardens has been captivating visitors since 1981. Experience 36 holes of pure Mini Golf fun set amidst one of Perth’s most picturesque garden settings. Challenge yourself on two distinct courses, the Garden and the Billiard Golf course, that together form Australia’s largest outdoor Mini Golf complex. Each track is masterfully designed with its own unique obstacles, curves, ramps, and challenges. Test your skills and conquer the tricks and traps of these two fantastic Mini Golf courses. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned pro, there’s endless fun and Read more…

The Village East Playground at Whiteman Park has undergone a complete reconstruction with all new play equipment and shade sails. The new equipment is easy for toddlers to navigate and adventurous enough to keep older kids entertained! The colourful new playground is located within The Village at Whiteman Park, across from the Village Cafe and next to the Mini Water Playground (open seasonally). There are toilets, seating & BBQs nearby, and it is in a great spot for tram spotting! Other attractions nearby include the Motor Museum, Children’s Forest and Revolutions Transport Museum… just to name a few! The play Read more…

July School Holidays  This winter school holidays the DFES Education & Heritage Centre will be celebrating NAIDOC Week with a creative scratch art activity. The word “fire” in the Noongar language is “karla”. Starting with the symbol for ‘karla”, children will get to scratch their own Noongar inspired symbol story to take home. This parent-led, drop-in activity is free. The old Central Fire Station in Perth CBDs historic east end is home to the DFES Education & Heritage Centre. Here children will also have the opportunity to learn about natural hazards, dress up as an emergency worker and sit in Read more…

Perth’s favourite family stay-cay Holiday Inn Perth City Centre is the perfect place to enjoy a family staycation. Located in the heart of Perth city, and a short walk from all the main attractions, transport, venues and shopping, your family will have everything at your fingertips to ensure you enjoy a wonderful city break.  It is the added extras that makes Holiday Inn Perth City Centre the ultimate choice for your family stay-cay. Here, up to two kids aged 12 and under can stay for free when sharing their parents’ room, which means it’s never been easier to bring the Read more…

 Surge Fitness in Wanneroo, Clarkson, Butler and Perth CBD offer premium fitness facilities with the convenience of 24/7 access for members, as well as some of the best crèche facilities in any gym in Perth. Surge Fitness is also the only health club in the Northern suburbs with exciting jungle gyms in the crèche. Surge cater for children aged 8 weeks to 12 years, with age-specific areas to ensure the safety of all children. The crèche opening hours include evenings and Saturdays to provide the greatest flexibility for all families. Crèche inclusive memberships are also available for just $10 per week (on top of your gym Read more…

Kites ToyBox is a sensory toy library that connects families and therapists with toys, resources and information to support play and development for children living with developmental challenges. We have over 4,500 toys, including the largest collection of switch adapted toys in the southern hemisphere. The range includes toys for children of all needs and abilities. We’re here to help your child reach their specific goals through play. We have a number of membership options, depending on the funding available for: Families with or without NDIS funding Allied Health Professional students Allied Health Professionals   Website: Sensory Toy Library In Victoria Park, Read more…

Grand Cinemas Warick is now owned and operated by Hoyts Grand Cinemas Currambine is now owned and operated by Hoyts From its small beginnings, HOYTS cinemas have become one of the world’s leading entertainment corporations. HOYTS Australia and New Zealand owns and operates over 50 cinemas with over 400 screens and more than 50,000 seats. HOYTS cinemas are located in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Australian Capital Territory, South Australia, Western Australia and New Zealand. Find your local HOYTS cinema HERE. Hoyts Rewards Hoyts Rewards Members FREE – Join Now Save 10% on movie tickets* Earn HOYTS Points^ Free popcorn refills~ Read more…

From its small beginnings, HOYTS cinemas have become one of the world’s leading entertainment corporations. HOYTS Australia and New Zealand owns and operates over 50 cinemas with over 400 screens and more than 50,000 seats. HOYTS cinemas are located in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Australian Capital Territory, South Australia, Western Australia and New Zealand. Find your local HOYTS cinema HERE. Hoyts Rewards Hoyts Rewards Members FREE – Join Now Save 10% on movie tickets* Earn HOYTS Points^ Free popcorn refills~ Birthday rewards $9.50 movie tickets for members over 60+ Movie of the week tickets Earn Qantas Points#   Hotys Rewards Read more…

With both indoor and outdoor 50 metre swimming pools to choose from, HBF Stadium in Mt Claremont, is a great venue for learning to swim, casual lap swimming, child and adult swimming lessons, competition training and events. HBF Stadium also caters for aquatic sports, with purpose built diving and water polo pools. Private parent change room Crèche, open 6 day   Swimming Lessons Swimming Lessons: From toddlers to teenagers and beyond, our safe, fun and supportive environment is perfect for swimmers of all stages. With a focus on flexibility, our low class ratios ensure maximum learning.   www.hbfstadium.com.au Read more…

From its small beginnings, HOYTS cinemas have become one of the world’s leading entertainment corporations. HOYTS Australia and New Zealand owns and operates over 50 cinemas with over 400 screens and more than 50,000 seats. HOYTS cinemas are located in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Australian Capital Territory, South Australia, Western Australia and New Zealand. Find your local HOYTS cinema HERE. Hoyts Rewards Hoyts Rewards Members FREE – Join Now Save 10% on movie tickets* Earn HOYTS Points^ Free popcorn refills~ Birthday rewards $9.50 movie tickets for members over 60+ Movie of the week tickets Earn Qantas Points#   Hotys Rewards Read more…

Strength Heroes uses art and play workshops to teach kids aged 6 – 12 skills for life.  All of their kids art classes are engaging and develop creativity, growth mindset and self-esteem. Kids are taught tips and tricks to build their resilience through art and play projects. Tips to unleash their strengths to tackle problems and mistakes or bounce forward when things go wrong.   Fun for All Kids Most importantly the school holiday art classes are fun for kids.  No art experience is needed. Kids of all abilities and interests are welcome.  Kids are given techniques and guidance to Read more…

IT’S PRETTY SIMPLE, REALLY. WE’RE A BREWERY IN THE SWAN VALLEY. WE SERVE BEER THAT WE BREW, LOCAL WINE FROM OUR MATES, AND FOOD THAT’S ALWAYS TASTY. WE’VE GOT A BIG PLAYGROUND FOR THE KIDS AND PEACE-OF-MIND FOR THE PARENTS. ALL THE GOOD STUFF – AND JUST 30 MINUTES FROM THE CITY. The venue is always bursting with life, from backyard cricket, live music, face painting and more there is always something going on at Bailey Brewing Co that the kids are going to love. Kids eat free from 5pm on Sundays with every main meal or pizza purchased!  Check Read more…

BOUNCE Joondalup & Cannington are the perfect playground to develop your freestyle tricks these school holidays. It’s the ultimate indoor play area to develop and harness balance, coordination and agility through a unique blend of fun, freestyle, progression and development.   Spring into the school holidays with BOUNCE! Come experience the thrill of BOUNCE during this school break and unleash your free spirit. Whether you’re eager to learn new skills, spend time with friends, or reach new levels, make a plan to visit your nearby BOUNCE! BOUNCE Cannington  BOUNCEinc offers an unparalleled indoor adventure opportunity. With its distinctive mix of Read more…

From its small beginnings, HOYTS cinemas have become one of the world’s leading entertainment corporations. HOYTS Australia and New Zealand owns and operates over 50 cinemas with over 400 screens and more than 50,000 seats. HOYTS cinemas are located in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Australian Capital Territory, South Australia, Western Australia and New Zealand. Find your local HOYTS cinema HERE. Hoyts Rewards Hoyts Rewards Members FREE – Join Now Save 10% on movie tickets* Earn HOYTS Points^ Free popcorn refills~ Birthday rewards $9.50 movie tickets for members over 60+ Movie of the week tickets Earn Qantas Points#   Hotys Rewards Read more…

Black Brewing Co and sister brand Dune Distilling Co are the only venue of WA’s Southwest that combines an in-house brewery, distillery and restaurant. Claimed as Champion Western Australian Brewery at the 2023 Independent Beer Awards and Gold Medallists of the 2021 WA Tourism Awards, there is no doubt your visit will be one to remember. Gin Tasting Experiences, beer paddles and a delicious menu are just the beginning. Their varied offer, playground and beautiful gardens make it the perfect stop for families and large groups visiting the Margaret River Region. Try their creations in the Tasting Room, enjoy lunch Read more…

From its small beginnings, HOYTS cinemas have become one of the world’s leading entertainment corporations. HOYTS Australia and New Zealand owns and operates over 50 cinemas with over 400 screens and more than 50,000 seats. HOYTS cinemas are located in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Australian Capital Territory, South Australia, Western Australia and New Zealand. Find your local HOYTS cinema HERE. Hoyts Rewards Hoyts Rewards Members FREE – Join Now Save 10% on movie tickets* Earn HOYTS Points^ Free popcorn refills~ Birthday rewards $9.50 movie tickets for members over 60+ Movie of the week tickets Earn Qantas Points#   Hotys Rewards Read more…

It’s not just golf; it’s the Par 3 – Golf and Minigolf Busselton! Situated on the historic Old Broadwater Farm in Busselton, Par 3 offers keen golfers, holidaymakers, and families alike a world-class, 18-hole mini golf and a 9-hole par 3 golf course for those looking for more of a short walk. Shaded with Peppermint trees so cool they would make a cucumber envious. Test your skills, patience, and possibly your relationships. Fear not, mum and dad! As you navigate the perplexing fairways, there’s a silver lining – Onsite bar and café! Feed the groms, while sip on a cold Read more…

Does your child love Minecraft? Are they 7 and above? If this is the case, become a CraftDojo Ninja for an action-packed adventure of crafting After School or during the School Holidays! At CraftDojo, we share a passion for developing young minds, in new and exciting ways. Our goal is to support Ninjas to develop their literacy, numeracy, social skills, empathy and compassion for others.  Our Ninjas will have the opportunity to explore, create and navigate their way through Minecraft, together with our supportive Club Senseis and peers. The Challenges that we provide during our classes are designed for all Read more…

The Parkerville Tavern is a lovely old family pub and restaurant (est. 1902) in the heart of the Perth Hills. Steeped in history, this double-storey federation style pub is a favourite for families. Nestled in a wooded valley near numerous walk and cycle trails, the beautifully restored ‘Parky’ has several eating areas indoors, 2 open fires, a large beer garden, resident animals and a great playground for the kids. There is live music on Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons. There’s also free Wi-Fi. Come and experience al fresco dining in the fabulous beer garden or verandah, or dine Read more…

  A swashbuckling adventure awaits you onboard Mandurah’s very own pirate ship. Unleash your inner pirate as the custom-built vessel embarks on a 45 minute adventure around Mandurah’s luxurious waterways. Our interactive crew in full pirate costume will be sure to point out the spectacular waterside mansions and keep the whole family entertained with their pirate antics as you look out for Mandurah’s famous bottlenose dolphins. Take cherished photos of your little pirates steering the ship’s wheel, or ringing the bell. The Pirate Cruise delivers an unforgettable experience for the whole family combining local knowledge and pirate jokes, there really Read more…

The Pottery Playroom is Perth’s only ceramic painting studio and cafe with a FREE soft play area (don’t forget your socks)! An ideal venue for children’s birthday parties with painting instruction by a dedicated host. Our NO STUDIO FEE policy ensures fun for everyone! Opening Hours: Open Tuesday – Saturday 10.00am – 5.00pm Sunday 11.00am – 4.00pm READ OUR REVIEW: Pottery Playroom, Joondalup Read more…

GET INTO THE SPIRIT IN THE HEART OF PERTH’S PORT CITY!   Experience the Christmas magic at FREE festive events happening throughout December:   🧝 ELF ON THE SHELF CHRISTMAS TRAIL 4 – 17 DEC  10am – 4pm daily | Locations around Freo   Grab a map and join the hunt for Santa’s missing elves in Perth’s port city! Collect codewords, then enter for your chance to win.   🎞 CLASSIC CHRISTMAS MOVIES* 8 – 9 DEC, from 5pm (movie starts 7pm) | Walyalup Koort, on the grass slope   Get the family together for FREE POPCORN and festive feel-good Read more…

Enjoy the adventure of being captain for the day as you cruise Mandurah’s beautiful inland waterways and take in the amazing scenery. You can head into the marina where you will see all the spectacular boats before coming back to the estuary and into the e canals where you can view all the amazing homes. For longer hires, you can even head up the Murray river up to the Ravenswood hotel or to boundary island for a bit of fishing or crabbing. There is lots of wildlife to see with birds such as Pelicans, Swans and Cormorants as well as Read more…

It’s our Christmas market and we are ready to spread the cheer!   If you want laughter, fun and great atmosphere come to NSAM’s family friendly Christmas Event on Dec 10th from 9am to 2pm at Charles Riley Memorial Reserve, North Beach. We have a variety of food trucks and stalls as well as artisans selling their goods. What makes a better Chrissy present than a WA hand crafted and original gift?   At 10:30 will be our “Most Festive Dog Strut Off” competition. So, if your dog looks their best in festive gear and can imbue the Christmas spirit Read more…

Pears on Pottery is a family-run pottery painting studio, located at 73 Coogee St, Mount Hawthorn north of Perth CBD. As a pottery painting studio, we focus on painting pre-fired ceramics called Bisque that come in many designs and concepts that allow the painter to be creative with colours and effects. The paints used are called underglazes, painted onto the bisque ware, then the items are professionally glazed and fired by the PoP Team in preparation for collection. This style of pottery painting is suitable for all ages and abilities, is relaxing and can be a great way to spend Read more…

Create at Code Camp these School Holidays   Let Code Camp inspire your children to get creative with technology these holidays, learn some valuable new skills, have fun and make new friends. With a wide range of in-person camps and online programs available, there really is something for everyone. Choose from beginner to advanced coding camps, robotics, stop-motion animation, DJing, video production and so much more!   What’s New? Code Camp is launching brand new camps this summer!    Kids can learn to code with DreamWorks Trolls! At Little Coders: Trolls Edition, 5-7 year olds will take their first steps Read more…

Don’t miss out on getting your hands on the hottest tickets in Perth this summer – the perfect Christmas gift! You’ve seen LEGO® Masters Australia, and now the man behind the magic, Ryan ‘Brickman’ McNaught, has brought his blockbuster Brickman Cities exhibition to Wanneroo Regional Gallery. Explore the life and architecture of some of the world’s most iconic cities in this immersive exhibition, built using more than 900,000 LEGO pieces. Take the whole family along these school holidays to check out skyscrapers from London, Tokyo and Sydney and become the LEGO master of your household by building your very own Read more…