All Things to Do for Kids in Perth

St Leonards Park is a fantastic playground for kids of all ages located in the St Leonards Estate in the Swan Valley. The playground consists of two separate areas catering for both toddlers and older children. The main area of the playground is designed like a fort with look out points at various levels of the structure. Kids can delight in being the king of the castle! The play structure is entered by a wide ramp which easily accessible for wheelchairs and strollers. Along the ramp way at toddler height you’ll find lots of stimulation for the younger kids with bongo Read more…

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France st, Mandurah is lit up and ready to bring the Christmas cheer! They are collecting donations for Aspect – Autism Spectrum Australia! Read more…

If you are looking for your next playground adventure, look no further than the 4.1-hectare Hinckley Park locating in Hocking. $1.4 million redevelopment opened in July 2021 and features a bike track with fuel station, animals, traditional play elements, basketball court and more! DON’T FORGET THE SCOOTERS OR A BIKE as this is the highlight of the playground! The scooter/bike track is a great size and complete with road signs, pedestrian crossings and a fuel station… it is a pretty scenic drive too! The bike track is surrounded by woodchips where you’ll find nature play elements and life-size animals such Read more…

Location: Carramar Kids entertainment from Fun 2 Remember every Monday 5pm – 7pm Buggybuddys Review The Duke, Carramar       Read more…

Location:                     Gnangara Pines, Pessoa Road, Lexia Opening Times:       24 hours Opening Days:         7 Days Kid Friendly:              Yes Pram Friendly:         Yes Dog-Friendly:            Yes (when there isn’t a sledging event on) Mode of activity:    Exploration and Adventure (walking) Time Taken:               From 30 mins to endless hours What to Pack:          Nappy bag, buckets for collecting pine cones and other treasures, drinks/picnic, sun scream, hats. If it’s a wet day with muddy puddles; gum boots, rain coat and leave a towel and change of clothes in the car. Safety:                           The only issue we have ever had is Read more…

Location: Maylands Features: Play Corner Kids Eat free every Wednesday  Buggybuddys Review Silly Goose, Maylands   Read more…

Baby Rhyme Time For ages 0-2 years Songs, rhymes, finger plays and stories. Toddler Time For ages 12 months to 2.5 years Story Time For ages 2-5 years Sessions include 2-3 stories, songs, action rhymes and a craft activity. Toddler Movie Come along to the Mary Davies Library and Community Centre and enjoy a movie toddlers will love and time-out for parents. Adults and children four years and under welcome, morning tea will be provided. Bookings are essential as spaces are limited. Contact us via email or phone 9591 0800. Visit the library website for up to date days and times. Read more…

Location: Wanneroo Indoor playground Buggybuddys Review Wanneroo Tavern, Stringy Bark Steakhouse     Read more…

Location: Eglinton Features: Outdoor Playground Buggybuddys Review The Amberton Beach Bar and Kitchen, Eglinton   Read more…

DATES: TBA TIMES: 7.15pm to 10pm   3m Pixel tree, singing trees on the roof lights sequenced to music and a 6m walk thru light tunnel which is sequenced to music. Read more…

5 Cimarron Edge 1st December – 1st January 7.30pm – 10pm Read more…

Russell Street Park is a new ninja warrior style park that just opened in the heart Morley. If you’ve got older kids who love to run, jump and climb, this park is made for them! Set up in a nature play style and surrounded by native trees, Russell Street Park is like a big obstacle course. The course is made up of a hard packed gravel path with around ten stations to get through. This currently features climbing walls, balance beams and logs, a rotating balance beam, a slack rope and a cliffhanger wall. There are also a couple of Read more…

Location: Yanchep Features: Outdoor Playground Buggybuddys Review Orion Café, Yanchep   Read more…

Robinson Reserve, Tuart Hill   As of July 2019, Robinson Reserve in Tuart Hill has a new playground. Covered by shade sails, this play area is full of fun for kids from tots to teens. Miss 5 has been excitedly waiting for the new playground to open. So as soon as the fences came down we wandered over for a look. On walking through the gate, I was immediately struck by the greenness of the park. City of Stirling has replaced all the turf that was torn up during construction with soft, fresh grass. There are new trees planted amongst Read more…

Rhyme Time Babies and Crawlers For 0 – 2 Years old Fun way to share action rhymes, finger plays, songs and stories which help build language and pre-literacy skills. Rhyme Time Toddlers For 0 – 2 Years old Fun way to share action rhymes, finger plays, songs and stories which help build language and pre-literacy skills. Story Time For ages 0-5 years Introduce toddlers and preschools to the joys of reading and storytelling. Each session is followed by colouring or simple craft activites. Visit the library website for up to date days and times. Read more…

Location: Scarborough Indoor kids play corner READ OUR REVIEW OF LADY LATTE CAFE: Lady Latte Cafe Scarborough Read more…

30 Lancer Way 19.30 – Midnight Get ready to step into ‘Super Mario Solar World’ this Christmas in Alexander Heights! This award-winning, Mario-themed display is back with even more excitement. Still 100% solar, featuring iconic characters, glowing mushrooms, question blocks and warp pipes, the setup is a magical tribute to the beloved game. This year, the display introduces interactive features to delight fans of all ages! You can wonder through the display and scan QR codes to trigger authentic Mario sound effects like coin-collecting dings and power-up jingles, adding a game like experience. It’s an innovative addition that bridges the Read more…

Stirling Square is a beautiful park in the heart of Guildford, Surrey. Surrounded by classic buildings, this park has much to offer. You can find St Matthews Church built in 1873, Guildford war memorial, a duck pond and a rose garden. There is plenty of seating and walking paths for you to enjoy as well as shelters and trees providing shade. Stirling Square is located right across the street from the visitor’s information centre, there is a large gazebo which is perfect for wedding ceremonies. It features plenty of easily accessible pathways for wheelchairs and strollers; it is also just Read more…

The playground at Vista Estate Park on Majorelle Way in Karnup is a fantastic spot for kids to let off steam or enjoy a picnic. It offers a variety of play equipment, including nature-themed and steel structures, catering to different play preferences. The playground is located prominently by the road without a fence, so it’s important to keep a close eye on active children. The play equipment features slides, swings, a musical xylophone, climbing logs, a mini climbing frame, and a sand/wet play table. In addition, there’s a spacious grassy area, a half basketball court, exercise equipment, picnic tables, barbecues, Read more…

Baby Rhyme Time For ages 0-2 years Learn new rhymes, songs and stories from around the world. Spend time with your child in a relaxing enjoyable way. Toddler Time For ages 18 months- 30 months Come along for stories, songs and rhymes with lots of action for your toddler. These sessions encourage the love of books and language while letting your child move about. Toddler Time will help develop your child’s pre literacy, communication and social skills. Story Time For ages 2-4 years Come and listen to the stories, sing some of your favourite nursery rhymes and create something crafty. Read more…

Farmers Market Saturday– 8am to 12pm 103 Alfred Rd, Mt Claremont Fresh produce market operating every Saturday morning at the Mt Claremont Primary School, the market is a school community based project that provides an opportunity for farmers, food producers and chefs to sell farm-origin and associated gourmet food products directly to their customers. Read more…

Jackson Wilding Reserve, Karrinyup   If you’re looking for somewhere a little different to play, why not check out Jackson Wilding Reserve in Karrinyup? With a nature playground and a traditional playground, it’s sure to be a hit with kids of all ages. The nature play at Jackson Wilding Reserve in Karrinyup is not your average playground! Built adjacent to Newborough Primary School, its far from the typical sanitised play areas most kids are used to. This playground is made up of recycled timber and tree branches, some painted in vibrant colours. It offers children a real chance to climb, Read more…

While we were all locked out of playgrounds due to COVID-19, Floreat Beach Playspace had a total makeover! The focal point of the playground is the ‘Kraken’, a cephalopod-like sea monster which I think looks a little like a blue-ringed octopus! The wooden climbing structure features climbing obstacles and slide. You can also hide in the belly of the beast. A tentacle to the side features different ropes and rings which are perfect for little monkeys. Another tentacle houses a small net swing. The highlight for my 3 year old was captaining the wooden boat – he loved pretending he Read more…

Robert Thompson Reserve is a large grassy park located opposite the Noranda Village Shopping Centre. In the centre of this lovely park is a playground with equipment to suit most children. The ground surrounding the play equipment is a mix of sand and rubbery soft-fall. There are shade sails up in the warmer months, and there are a few small trees shading parts of the playground. At one end of the playground, there is a fenced toddler area with two magnetic gates. The main feature in here is a bus-shaped climbing frame. The bottom level is decked out with seats Read more…

At one time, the Donnybrook Apple Fun Park was the largest free entry playground in Australia. This beloved playground has now reopened (October 2021) with a thoughtful and fun transformation! We were lucky enough to get a look the day before it opened to the public. And it gets a massive tick of approval from us. Donnybrook Apple Fun Park is approximately two and a half hours drive south from Perth city. Situated in the heart of the country town of Donnybrook, famous for its apple growing, the huge playground has a fruit theme running through it. From the enormous Read more…

It’s All About Rhymes Every Thursday at 10am  & 11am We’ll be having fun as we sing songs, read books and action rhymes. Parents and guardians are guided through the selection of songs and rhymes. Suitable for ages: Birth to 2 years. Bookings required: https://wanneroo.spydus.com/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/MSGTRNGEN/WPAC/CHILDREN   It’s All About Stories Every Friday at 10am Introduce children to the world of books, encourage a love of reading, stimulate imagination and enable social interaction with other children outside the home. Suitable for ages: 2-5 years. Bookings required: https://wanneroo.spydus.com/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/MSGTRNGEN/WPAC/CHILDREN       Read more…

S&G will deliver and set up a real tree in your home. They come in a range of sizes from 6 – 12 feet. Each comes with a stand. For an additional fee they can even decorate yours and they come and remove it for you in January. Read more…

Farmers Market Saturday – 8am – 11.30am Subiaco Primary School, 271 Bagot Road, Subiaco Visit the country without leaving the city… Subi Farmers Market is a vibrant community facility providing fresh, nutritious food, for the benefit of our health, our kids and the environment. BUGGYBUDDYS REVIEW Subiaco Farmers Market Read more…

Marri Park is a great little spot to take the kids to burn off some extra energy. This park is also dog-friendly, so you could even bring your fur baby along. There is a large grass oval with soccer goals at the top end of the park, so don’t forget your ball for a kick around. There are footpaths that run around the outside, as well as through the middle of the playground. Miss 4 loved riding her bike around with her friends. One thing I do appreciate when going to a park, is having toilets available. Nothing worse than Read more…

Opening Hours: 1st Sunday of every month 11.00am – 3.30pm Buggybuddys Review Castledare Miniature Railway   Read more…

In the heart of Glen Forrest you’ll find an absolute hidden gem of a playground at Morgan John Morgan Reserve.  The leafy spot in the Perth Hills is known locally as “The Train Park”. It’s made up of a large sandpit area with a play frame, but what really makes it unique is its life size replica train! Little train fanatics that love Thomas or Chuggington will love some imaginative play on the locomotive, which also features two carriages. Kids can climb up the small ladder, onto the train and be a driver or sit in the carriage! There are even shaded table and chairs inside the carriage, so it’s a fun spot to have lunch! The train also features a slide and some Read more…

The Gravity Discovery Centre is an exciting, not-for-profit science education centre just one hour North of Perth and home to the Leaning Tower of Gingin. Experience hands-on science exhibits and learn about the latest discoveries in science and technology and their relevance to your everyday life. The GDC is a premier science education centre in Western Australia for Physics and Astronomy, and the only centre in Australia with a focus on Gravity and Cosmology. The GDC is a well known tourism destination as well as an ideal location for families to enjoy a rewarding educational experience. The GDC is repeatedly Read more…

Baby Rhyme Time For ages 0-2 years Storytime For Ages 2 – 5 years Visit the library website for up to date days and times. Read more…

Rosslare Park in Mindarie Marina is the perfect place to take children swimming. It’s a small beach in an enclave in the Marina. The water is shallow and very calm – great for floating a blow up dingy on. Rosslare Park Mindarie is a bit of secret so SHHHHHHH!!!!  There is a large bank of steps from the shore into the water. Along the shoreline is a grassy edge shaded by large trees – perfect for setting down your picnic blanket. There are also a few benches. Rosslere Park has two picnic shelters but no BBQs There is a small sand-based Read more…

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Lawler Park is a green, leafy park in Floreat with a playground suitable for toddlers and upwards. There are lots of play opportunities here to keep the kids busy. The larger playground structure includes two slides of different sizes, ring-shaped monkey bars, swinging platforms to climb across, some climbing ropes, and a tricky balancing beam with vertical bars to up the difficulty level. It has a miniature climbing wall on one side and a clock for practising setting the time. Miss almost 3 particularly enjoyed the balancing beam. Standing separately, there is a train shaped spring rocker, a spinning pole, Read more…

Nestled in the heart of old Baldivis, Peckham Boulevard Playground is a gem to be discovered. There are lots of farms and tree-lined roads on route to the play park, making you feel like you are going on a country adventure.Peckham Boulevard Playground itself is fairly small, however, there is a great variety of play equipment and a fantastic large open grass space. The play area is divided into two areas on different levels.  At the top, there is a fantastic double cubby house with a climbing rope bridge between them and ladders either side. There is also a springboard Read more…

Livvi’s Place Playground in Whiteman Edge in Brabham is a unique $1.5 million all-inclusive playground which is a result of a partnership between Stockland and the Touched By Olivia Foundation. The playground is the first Livvi’s Place in Western Australia and has been created through the collaboration and creativity of hundreds of local school children. The play equipment has been designed specifically to cater for autism spectrum disorders, physical, visual, hearing and mobility impairments. Livvi’s Place playground is spread out over a pretty large area and is fully fenced. The centrepiece of the playground is a huge slide accessed via Read more…