Events

13 Dec 2025
FESTIVE LIGHTS
Location: Elizabeth Quay

Elizabeth Quay comes alive in the month of Christmas with Festive Lights! The highlight of the festivities is at 8:30pm, featuring a spectacular 500-piece drone show and fireworks from the barge on the Swan River, whisking visitors away to a magical world.

There’s plenty to enjoy on land too. Keep the whole family entertained with a variety of activities, including roving performers, hula hoop workshops, and for those up for a challenge, sideshow alley. When it’s time to cool down, head over to the BHP Water Park!

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Festive Lights

6 Dec 2025
ALINTA ENERGY CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
Location: St Georges Terrace

Relive your childhood and experience the colour and spectacle of your favourite floats as the Christmas Pageant returns for the 54th year, bringing magic to the streets of Perth.

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Alinta Energy Christmas Pageant

28 Nov - 28 Dec 2025
RIO TINTO CHRISTMAX LIGHTS TRAIL
Location: Perth CBD – Various Locations

The Rio Tinto Christmas Lights Trail is back in town, lighting up the City for 31 nights with 22 amazing light installations. You can walk the full trail to see all 22 installations or take the family-friendly route, ‘The Merry Mile’.

Enjoy festive entertainment and performances throughout the City on select nights, including visits from Santa Claus. Be mesmerised as malls, streets and parks across the city brighten with animated lights, projections and lively festivities!

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Rio Tinto Christmas Lights Trail

28 Jun 2025 - 22 Feb 2026
TERRACOTTA WARRIORS: LEGACY OF THE FIRST EMPEROR
Location: WA Museum Boola Bardip

Step into the extraordinary world of China’s first emperor Qin Shihuang, to explore his life, legacy, and afterlife.

Immerse yourself in cutting-edge technology and deepen your understanding of this remarkable chapter in human history, with more than 225 exceptional Chinese artefacts, including the warriors, appearing together globally for the first time.

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Terracotta Warriors: Legacy of the First Emperor

13 June - 27 July
LIGHTSCAPE 2025
Location: Kings Park

Prepare to be amazed by Lightscape 2025 powered by Hancock Iron Ore – the world-renowned, award-winning spectacle that’s set to return to Kings Park this winter with an entirely NEW and unforgettable experience!

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Lightscape

23 Jan - 27 Jan
LONG WEEKENDER @ THE LUCKY SHAG
Location: The Lucky Shag Waterfront Bar

Get Ready for an Unforgettable Long Weekend at The Lucky Shag!

Get ready to groove to live music performances during this long weekend celebration! Live music and drink specials!

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Long Weekender

21 Jan
TRIVIA NIGHT AT THE LUCKY SHAG
Location: The Lucky Shag Waterfront Bar

Join us every Tuesday for Trivia Night with Quiz Meisters!

Get ready to ignite your competitive spirit and have a blast at the ultimate Trivia Night hosted by Quiz Meisters! Dive into a world of fun facts brain teasers and exciting challenges that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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Trivia Night

11 Jan
LOTTERYWEST SUMMER NIGHTS
Location: Elizabeth Quay

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at Elizabeth Quay this January!

Following the smashing success of Perth’s first-ever floating stage in 2023, Elizabeth Quay is set to transform into the ultimate entertainment hotspot for eight magical nights.

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Lotterywest Summer Nights

7 Jan
ELIZABETH QUAY FUN FAIR
Location: Elizabeth Quay

Get ready for an unforgettable time as the Elizabeth Quay Fun Fair returns! With exhilarating carnival rides, mouthwatering food, and a vibrant festive atmosphere, the fun fair is sure to brighten your day.

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Elizabeth Quay Fun Fair

4 Oct - 28 Mar
TWILIGHT FOOD MARKET
Location: Forrest Place

The city's biggest street food market is gearing up to return for another season.

Showcasing Perth's diverse food culture, tickle your taste buds and try a variety of affordable cuisines from around the globe every Friday after work.

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Twilight Food Market