Things to do

Perth and its surrounds provide an incredible backdrop to a diverse range of festivals and activities throughout the year. They are easy to access and also relatively affordable, with many free of charge. Check out the i-Walk City of Perth Trails.

The regional areas of Western Australia also offer unique experiences for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts.

There's plenty to do… you just need to know where to find it!

  Food and entertainment

From multicultural delights, to local produce – Western Australia has something for everyone’s taste. Local and international students love to frequent dim sum restaurants and food halls which serve a variety of international cuisines.

There are also many entertainment venues including funky lounge bars, clubs and pubs, where you can dance, listen to live music and watch sporting events.

To view Perth’s restaurant guide, visit EatingWA.

To find out about upcoming concerts, festivals and threatre, visit Enjoy Perth.

  Perth's top festivals

26 January 
Australia Day

Lotterywest Skyworks
Swan River foreshore, Perth

March

City of Perth Food & Wine Month
Perth

March

Channel 7 Crab Fest 
Mandurah, south of Perth

August

Mundaring Truffle Festival
Mundaring, Perth Hills

Sept/Oct

Perth Royal Show
Claremont Show Grounds, Perth

October

Spring in the Valley Festival
Swan Valley, Perth

November 

Northbridge Festival
Perth

November
to December

City of Perth Festival of Christmas
Perth

If you want to gain admission to ticketed events, visit the following websites: