All Things to Do for Kids in Perth

    Opening Hours from Dec 1st • Mon–Thu: 7:00pm – 9:30pm • Fri–Sun: 7:00pm – 10:30pm (With later times the week before Christmas.) We run right through until mid-January! Parking Parking is super easy — just park at the Boya Library and take a short walk down (less than 200 metres!). Please don’t park in driveways or on the footpath. Even better… ride your bike down and soak up the Christmas vibes! Come On In! We’re an interactive walk-through display, so don’t just drive by — wander in, explore the yard, play in the bubbles and enjoy the magic! Read more…

Ashdale Park is a lovely playground situated in Darch. The playground is located at the rear of Ashdale Primary, adjacent to a small pocket of bushland. The playground here is partially shaded with shade sails. It is set well back from the road, down a pathway, so should be safe for little ones to play. The play equipment is a good mix for younger and older children. The main play structure features two slides of different sizes. One low and bumpy, while the other is tall and straight, and quite a fast ride as my little Miss soon found! She Read more…

77 Azelia Street Alexander Heights 1st – 31st December 6:30 to 10pm Step into our Christmas wonderland at Gingerbread Lane Light Trail. Wander through the glowing walk-through light tunnel, say hi to our larger-than-life inflatables and explore the interactive gingerbread house where the kids can climb, play and imagine their own little sweet village. Don’t forget to post a letter to Santa in our Christmas letterbox (he checks it nightly) and keep an eye out for the bubbles floating through the air while you explore. It’s bright, magical and completely made for family Christmas memories. Come have a wander, take Read more…

Halliday Park is a quiet park with lots of open green space located behind The Bayswater Hotel. The park is named after an early Bayswater settler, Henry Thomas Halliday, and as of May 2018 the playground area has undergone an upgrade with a new play structure and fresh sand now in place. The new structure features two rock climbing walls for the bigger kids, as well as monkey bars, a fireman pole and a rope spiderweb. Smaller kids will enjoy the play house door in the bottom, and the steering wheel and the telescope up top, which are all great Read more…

Located at Mullaloo Beach foreshore closest to the Mullaloo Beach Hotel and Mullaloo lifesaving club, the Mullaloo Beach Pirate playground is sand based with excellent shade coverage. The playground its self consists of a wooden ship and a wooden boat where kids minds can run wild with role-play of being pirates out to sea. The equipment is suited for ages 2+ as there is a lot of climbing to get into the wooden structures but kids of any age will enjoy the grass area surrounding the playground and exploring in the sand. What makes this playground so excellent is the Read more…

Previously known as Orange Grove Community Reserve, Boyle Lane All Abilities Playground is the NEWest playground that has received a $242,000 upgrade from the City of Gosnells in Orange Grove. Located at the intersection of Boyle Lane and Maddington Road, this fully fenced inclusive play space might be on the smaller scale, but it has all the sensory play elements and equipment for kids of all ages to enjoy and makes a good pit-stop to let the kids loose when you are around the area.      The Boral Truck Rocker (kindly donated by Boral) was a huge hit among Read more…

Event Cinemas Morley, located in the vibrant Galleria Shopping Centre, stands as a premier entertainment destination in Perth’s northeastern suburbs. This modern multiplex offers the perfect blend of comfort, technology, and convenience, making every movie experience memorable. Whether you’re catching the latest blockbuster or enjoying a family outing, Event Cinemas Morley provides the ideal setting for your entertainment needs. Cinema Experience Options: Standard Sessions: Quality traditional cinema viewing 3D Capable Screens: Selected movies available in stunning 3D Stadium Seating: Excellent viewing angles from every seat Special Programs: Cinebuzz Rewards Program Special Event Screenings Kids’ Club Sessions Parent & Baby Sessions Read more…

We had an absolute blast at Bathers Park, the newest addition to Alkimos Beach. Nestled alongside the Alkimos Beach foreshore, Bathers Park stretches across 2.5 hectares at the ocean end of Leatherback Boulevard. This vibrant beach-themed was an instant hit with my kids and completely captured their imaginations! The highlight of our visit was the impressive surf rescue play tower, soaring seven meters high. The tower boasts a large tunnel slide, speaking tubes, a lookout point, climbing ropes, and a “4 in a row” game. Beyond its entertainment value, the tower also serves an educational purpose. The kids were eager Read more…

Cockburn Libraries offer an extensive range of engaging programs for children across their branches, focusing on early literacy, creativity, technology, and multicultural engagement. Their diverse programming caters to babies through to school-aged children with regular sessions and special holiday activities. Regular Programs: Early Years: Pram Jam (for babies and parents) Toddler Tales (learning through play) Storytime (stories, songs, rhymes, and craft) Toddlers Sing And Play (music-making and instruments) Multicultural Programs: 中文儿歌会 (Rhymes in Chinese) Contação de História em Português (Stories in Portuguese) Learning English Through Storytime (LETS) (for 3-4 year olds learning English) STEAM & Creative Programs: STEAM Club (science, Read more…

Tiny Town in Port Kennedy is a magical miniature town designed specifically for children aged 2-8 years old. This unique indoor play centre brings pretend play to life with themed areas including a police/fire station and hospital where kids can dress up and role-play different professions. Located at 1/3 Fielden Way, the venue offers both casual visits and party packages complete with mascot appearances. Parents can join in the imaginative play or relax in the café with coffee and cake while their children explore. Open Monday to Friday from 9am-2pm, with weekends reserved for exclusive party bookings, Tiny Town provides Read more…

TXOKO Brewery is a charming family-owned venue nestled in a rustic barn in the Swan Valley’s Baskerville region. This hidden gem offers a perfect blend of casual dining and brewery atmosphere, with stunning views across 12 acres of picturesque vineyards. The venue specializes in rotating craft beers and wood-fired pizzas, with a full restaurant menu that caters to both adult and young tastes. Stand-Out Feature: Large outdoor playground with sand base, featuring slides, swings, and monkey bars, all set within spacious grounds where kids can run freely while parents dine nearby under shady trees. Top Tip: Choose from either the Read more…

Santa Ana Park Currambine – hidden away behind the Currambine shops, down Santa Ana Mews is a little gem of a park. Tall trees surround a few grassy areas, perfect for kicking around a ball and provide shade to most of the park. The real draw to this park for us, was the playground as there’s one section which is designed just for toddlers, with just the right challenges and a safe height for your toddlers to master the steps and slide by themselves. It kept Mr 2 busy for ages, with such pride that he could do everything all Read more…

Cambridge Library, located next to Floreat Forum Shopping Centre, offers free regular children’s activities and special holiday programs in a welcoming environment. Regular Programs Story Time Tuesdays at 10:30 AM Stories and activities for young children Free, no booking required Baby Rhyme Time Fridays at 9:30 AM Songs and rhymes for babies Free, no booking required LEGO Club Regular sessions during term Drop-in creative building activities Free, no booking required Special Activities School holiday programs Special storytimes (including multicultural sessions) Craft activities Origami group (all ages) Read more…

The Fremantle Farmers Market is a vibrant, plastic-free weekly market held every Sunday from 8am to 12 noon at Bruce Lee Oval in Beaconsfield. This community-focused market supports WA farmers, producers, and small businesses while featuring local artisans, vintage sellers, and community groups. The market offers a complete family experience with live entertainment from Freo musicians, Farmer Damian’s animal farm for hands-on education, fairy face painting, and earth-friendly children’s craft workshops. With 50-100 stalls, picnic areas, seating, undercover spaces, and ample parking, it’s a perfect Sunday destination for local shopping and family entertainment. Top Tip: Make a morning of it Read more…

Adachi Park just off Great Eastern Hwy in Belmont has recently had an upgrade to the play equipment. You might know the park for the little brick house that is located there and can be seen from the highway. We recently stopped by for a play and a wander along the river walking paths. We found this a great little spot with parking, toilets, bbq facilities and covered picnic tables as well as the playground equipment and walkways. The playground is quite small with cubby house and a climbing structure with two slides, seesaw and a birds nest swing. The Read more…

Perth’s only solar-electric ferry service offering unique river cruises in Edwardian-styled vessels. Operating Wednesday to Sunday from Elizabeth Quay, the ferry provides hop-on/hop-off services to On The Point, Optus Stadium, and Claisebrook Cove. The 90-minute return journey features personalized commentary from experienced skippers, with opportunities to spot local wildlife including dolphins and black swans. Buggybuddys Review Little Ferry Co, Perth   Read more…

Siena’s is a large, family-friendly Italian restaurant located in the heart of Leederville, offering casual dining with a Mediterranean atmosphere. The restaurant specializes in traditional Italian fare and is particularly well-suited for family gatherings and group dining. Stand-Out Features: Dedicated kids’ playroom with glass wall for easy supervision Play area includes: Soft flooring Climbing structure Reading corner TV screen showing kids’ movies Foosball table Wall-mounted toys for toddlers Educational reading and number charts Top Tip: Request seating near the glass-walled playroom for the best view of your children while dining. Buggybuddys Review Siena’s Restaurant, Leederville   Read more…

Variety Place Playground is located on Saw Avenue in Kings Park The natural design beautifully incorporates the bush, wood, rock and other pieces of nature.  The previous park at Saw Avenue also used natural materials, and was enjoyed by Perth patrons for three generations! I love educating myself and the kids while we play!  Signs like these are scattered around Variety Place Playground. There is a birds nest swing and lots of logs to balance on!   Climbing nets will keep kids busy and active! Variety Place Playground has many opportunities for climbing, including several stairways cut from timber logs. Read more…

Found in a new inner city housing estate, Montario Playground in Shenton Playground is wonderful place to let the kids explore. There’s lots of fun and fantastical elements packed into this compact playground including some “Alice in Wonderland” style giant toadstools and even some giant eggs. The focus of the playground is a treehouse play structure, which has ropes and ladders to climb up to the top, and a big blue slide to take back town to the sand. There is a large area of sand to play in, which is partly shaded by a few big yellow umbrellas. As Read more…

The brand new Picasso Park at Alkimos Vista offers an artistic and creative play experience for kids (and adults) of all ages! The 2.5-hectare park features a two-storey undercover play structure, slides, music play, lots of climbing obstacles, a birds nest swing, full-size basketball court, smart benches, exercise equipment and more! The two-storey undercover play structure is a standout! Not only is the design fun and creative, the undercover designs means the playground is not only sun safe, but it can also be utilised by kids rain or shine. The play structure can be access multiple ways, my fearless toddlers Read more…

Maylands Waterland is WA’s premier outdoor water playground, beautifully situated on the Maylands Peninsula overlooking the Swan River. This FREE family-friendly facility operates seasonally from September until April, with water features running daily from 9am to 5pm. The park features a water feature stream flowing into a variable depth splash pool, nature playgrounds, and extensive grassed areas perfect for picnics. Facilities include free accessible BBQs, picnic shelters, toilet and shower amenities, and a dedicated party space with kitchenette available for hire. While the water features are seasonal, the parklands, playground, BBQs, toilets, and picnic areas remain open year-round during daylight Read more…

Criniti’s is an Italian-Australian restaurant chain located at Karrinyup Shopping Centre offering authentic wood-fired pizzas, pasta, and a wide range of Italian cuisine. The restaurant combines traditional Italian flavours with contemporary Australian influences in a family-friendly setting. Stand-Out Feature: Kids Eat Free on Sundays promotion available for children 12 years and under   Read more…

Situated on the site of the old quarantine station, on the hill above the Bicton Baths with an awesome view of the river, Bicton Quarantine Park is a picturesque spot for a family barbecue or picnic. Bicton Quarantine Park features a playground with a fence and shade sails. The main playground structure here has two slides of different sizes, climbing ladders, monkey bars, a tunnel, a rope bridge, and a climbing wall. Separate, there is a spring rocker, and two swings, a toddler swing and a regular swing. There are a number of paths running through the park and down Read more…

DATES: 1st – 31st December TIMES: 7.30pm – 10.30pm FUNDRAISING FOR: Alzheimer’s WA From one strand 27 years ago, our front garden is now a multi-coloured display which includes a walkway under our enchanted trees, inflatables, Christmas music and Holiday specs. This year we have added a small section of automated lights synced to music that plays at regular intervals. Snowmachine on weekends and then every night closer to Christmas. Please come visit us & say ‘hello’! Merry Christmas!! Read more…

Lo Quay River Cafe is a riverside dining spot in Riverton that offers a perfect blend of casual dining and outdoor entertainment for families. Standout Family Features: Located next to Riverton Jetty Playground Flexible seating options: Indoor cafe seating Outdoor tables with umbrellas Grass area near playground Kids’ menu    Top Tip: Request takeaway cups if dining with active children, as the playground’s proximity means little ones will be eager to play. The grass seating area offers the best vantage point for supervising children at the playground.    Buggybuddys review Lo Quay River Cafe, Riverton   Read more…

18 McNairn Cross, Leda DATES: 29th November – 24th December TIMES: 6pm – 9pm Fundraising for Royal Flying Doctors Read more…

Ashfield Reserve Play Space   Ashfield Reserve Play Space in Perth’s eastern suburbs is a hidden gem. Sharing the parkland with Ashfield Oval, this spot has something for all ages. We dropped in for a play during school holidays to burn off some energy. This was a great spot for it, too! Miss 5 enjoyed that there is lots to climb at Ashfield Reserve Play Space. This playground is packed with climbing ropes, climbing walls and ladders. The rope web was a particular favourite. The playground also features a curly slide and two regular slides, a wobbly bridge, and a Read more…

Spring is the perfect time to visit Lesmurdie Falls, found on the escarpment of the Perth Hills in Mundy Regional Park. And you don’t need to travel very far. Lesmurdie Falls is just a 30 minute drive east from Perth CBD. If we’ve had decent rainfall over winter, then the falls will be flowing and there are also a host of wildflowers on display too. We even spotted a bright blue fairy wren, though I wasn’t quick enough to take a picture! From the carpark on Falls Road, it’s an easy stroll along concrete and gravel paths to the stunning 50 meter waterfall and the two main lookout points. It’s fine for younger Read more…

Vale Adventure Park is Aveley’s newest playground, located on Egerton Drive it is walking distance to the local IGA and cafes, including a favourite of mine Mecca Gourmet.  As we arrived my oldest children ran straight to the dual flying fox, they were all smiles racing each other to the end. Miss 7 (she’s a bit of a shorty) struggled to bring her flying fox back to the start, so smaller children will need some help, although I found the next kid in line was pretty keen for their turn so they would also help her out.   Next, we Read more…

Next door to the new Wembley Sports Pavilion, there is a brand new playground, just opened as of 18th January 2017. We were lucky to be some of the first people to put it to the test. Wembley Sports Pavilion Playground combines a great mix of nature play and traditional play equipment. As we walked across from the carpark, the first thing we came to was some climbing logs and rubbery humps surrounded by wood chips and garden. A blue plastic shell with peepholes is in this area, great for crawling through and playing hide and seek. The main attractions Read more…

Joey’s Swan Valley Diner is a retro-style eatery in Herne Hill offering a unique blend of American diner charm and relaxed Swan Valley atmosphere. Owned by local couple Glen and Mel, this family-friendly venue serves up burgers, coffee, and classic diner treats. Their coffee is specially roasted locally by Crema Coffee, making it a perfect spot for parents needing a caffeine fix while the kids play. Stand-Out Features: Outdoor alfresco dining area with children’s playground Unique fire pit setting for cosy family gatherings Drive-through service option for busy families Great value kids’ meals including burger/nuggets/hotdog, fries, slushie and ice cream Read more…

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Bayswater Waves is a comprehensive aquatic and fitness centre offering year-round family entertainment with both indoor and outdoor heated pools. The facility features an exciting wave pool, indoor waterslide, 25m indoor pool, 50m outdoor pool, hydrotherapy pool, spa, sauna, steam room, toddler pool, and lazy river. Beyond aquatics, the centre includes a two-storey gym equipped with modern cardio and strength equipment, over 60 weekly group fitness classes, and comprehensive swim school programs for all ages. Buggybuddys Review Bayswater Waves Read more…

Nestled in the heart of Illyarrie Estate in Sinagra, Lillypilly Park is a refreshing blend of nature play, adventure, and peaceful vibes. You’ll find it conveniently located right next to the Sales and Information Centre (yes, you can park there!), making your visit super easy. Spread out over a sloping block, the park is cleverly tiered: the top level is where the main playground action happens, the middle tier has benches perfect for a mum catch-up or solo book session, and the lower section is still being finished, with native planting and bushland vibes. Now, let’s talk about that slide! Read more…

Hobart Street Playground is situated on the corner of Hobart and Auckland Streets in North Perth. Being a small neighbourhood park it doesn’t have fancy play equipment, BBQs, picnic tables or toilets. What makes it popular with many families is that it is fully fenced and gated, has large shade sails over all the play equipment and had a large grassed area perfect for throwing down a picnic blanket or playing ball games.   It is right across the road from the Hobart Deli which offers breakfast and lunch and takeaway coffee. There is no car park atHobart Street Playground but Read more…

  Enchantment Park in Indi Yanchep promises a truly enchanting experience for adventurous families. From the moment you arrive at the main arched entrance, it feels like stepping into a storybook world. Scan the first QR code, and you’re immediately transported into the Enchantment Park universe, complete with an interactive park book – perfect for families who love reading as much as exploring. The park is cleverly divided into themed zones, each offering unique experiences. In the Magic Meadow, little ones can run, jump, and play alongside Goran the gentle dragon. Fairy Cove is perfect for mini detectives, with hidden Read more…

Every Saturday and Sunday breakfast kids eat free at Village Café in Whiteman Park from 8.30am-11am. With every adult meal purchased kids can choose a free meal from the kids menu. Read more…

Located in the Hillarys Shopping Centre, Flinderz is a bright, modern café serving quality coffee, breakfast, and lunch. The menu includes well-priced kids’ meals, with both indoor and shaded alfresco dining options available. Standout Feature: A fenced and gated kids’ corner complete with toys, a play kitchen, and dollhouse – making it perfect for families with young children and mothers’ groups. Location: Hillarys Shopping Centre, Flinders Avenue Hours: Open for breakfast, brunch, and lunch Buggybuddys Review Flinderz Hillarys     Read more…

Lake Monger Reserve is a fantastic destination for a family walk in Perth with kids of all ages. There are a few parking spots around Lake Monger Reserve, 3 of which are on Lake Monger Drive.  If you use the car park nearest St Vincents Avenue you’ll see a wishing well and the largest playground in the reserve. The larger playground is shaded and partly sand and soft fall based, it is also fully fenced and gated.   The playground has disability friendly apparatus including ramps and swing.  There’s also a slide, climbing walls, swings and rocker.  The playground is Read more…