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The only guide you need to what's on in Perth this month and beyond.
This month in Perth (March 2026), the city settles into its sweet spot — warm 27 to 30 degree days, cooler evenings and a city beginning to exhale after summer’s festival frenzy. As the packed calendar eases, what’s left feels more laidback: free art exhibitions, weekend markets and long lunches that stretch into golden hour. Evenings are for open-air cinema sessions and indulgent dinners designed for lingering. Whether you’re a local savouring the season’s final glow or a visitor chasing a slice of West Australian charm, consider this your editor-approved event schedule for the month ahead. Read on for tickets, dates and timings.
In This Guide
Editor’s Picks
The Lord of The Rings by Candlelight
If your personality was shaped by Hobbits, Elves and a very dramatic score, this one’s for you. Candlelight is celebrating 25 years of The Lord of the Rings with an intimate, candlelit string-quartet concert at Perth Town Hall. Expect goosebump moments as Concerning Hobbits, The Riders of Rohan and Into the West unfurl in a glowing heritage hall.
Subtle cosplay is encouraged, emotions are guaranteed, and yes, you may feel compelled to book immediately. Consider this your sign from Middle-earth.
Where: Perth Town Hall, Perth
When: Friday 6th March; Friday 13th March; Saturday 4th April; Saturday 11th April
Cost: Tickets from $45 to $82
Best For: Live music fans; Cultural experiences; Theatre lovers; Couples
Need to Know: Candlelit string-quartet concert at Perth Town Hall, playing music from Lord of the Rings.
Free Roaming Snacks During Happy Hour Fridays
If your knock-off ritual revolves around a quick bite and a drink or two, let us introduce you to Snacky Hour at Pirate Life Perth. Held every Friday from 4pm, the new weekly wind down delivers an hour of free (yes, free) roaming snacks and DJs to kick those weekend vibes off strong. Best of all, Happy Hour is on from 5pm to 6pm, so you can rock right on through and make the most of drink specials too. Perfect for anyone chasing a post-work tipple in Perth’s CBD.
Where: Pirate Life Perth, Perth CBD
When: Fridays from 4pm (with Happy Hour 5pm to 6pm)
Cost: Free snacks (plus, Happy Hour drink pricing available from 5pm to 6pm)
Best For: Group catch-ups; Nightlife; Midweek plans
Need to Know: Includes DJs from 4pm; drink specials run 5pm to 6pm.
Lobster Frites at Bib & Tucker
Bib & Tucker has just brought back its cult-favourite Lobster Frites special. On every Thursday night for a limited time only, this is your chance to tuck into a half ($55) or whole ($95) woodfired Western Rock Lobster with golden, crispy French fries and an indulgent kombu béarnaise sauce. Add coastal views and something crisp from the wine list for your own perfectly luxe night by the sea. Bookings required.
Where: Bib & Tucker
When: Every Thursday night (limited time only)
Cost: $55 half lobster / $95 whole lobster
Best For: Couples; Girls’ nights; Food & drink lovers; Premium experiences
Need to Know: Bookings required
Festivals & Major Events
Sculpture By The Sea
After a one-year hiatus, Sculpture By The Sea officially returns to the sun-soaked shores of Cottesloe Beach from March 6th to 23rd, celebrating 21 years of the free sculptural art trail. This year’s outdoor exhibition will showcase 70 thought-provoking artworks from artists around the world, including 11 from Japan and 30 from our very own backyard.
Where: Cottesloe Beach
When: March 6th to 23rd
Cost: Free
Best For: Art lovers; Cultural experiences; Free events; Outdoor enthusiasts; Families
Need to Know: Returns after a one-year hiatus; free outdoor sculptural art trail (70 artworks).
Joondalup Festival
Joondalup Festival returns to the City of Joondalup from March 7th to 22nd 2026, bringing dazzling art displays, exuberant live performances and plenty of weird and wonderful activities that the whole family can get around.
Amongst the diverse highlights is Crystal People, a large-scale public art display over the lakes at Sir James McCusker Park, Illika, featuring 52 crystalline human figures that shimmer and glow as the sun moves through the sky. There’s also Christine de Grancy’s free photographic exhibition A Day With David (an Australian first), which offers a rare and intimate glimpse into David Bowie’s world at Joondalup Contemporary Art Gallery. While Mamma Mia Immersive takes your typical cinema experience up a notch, with sing-a-longs, dancing, conga lines and drag queens.
The full program is online now, with a range of free and ticketed events for all-ages starting from $18 for adults and $10 for children under 12.
Where: City of Joondalup (including Sir James McCusker Park & Joondalup Contemporary Art Gallery)
When: March 7th to 22nd 2026
Cost: Free and ticketed events available, from $18 adults / $10 children under 12
Best For: Festivals; Families; Community events; Cultural experiences; Live music fans
Need to Know: A series of cultural events, transforming the City of Joondalup’s galleries, public spaces and venues into spaces of wonder for all ages.
Eat & Drink
St Patrick’s Day at Molly’s
St Patrick’s Day is getting the full Molly’s treatment this year, with celebrations rolling out across both Highgate and Victoria Park. Expect a whole week of live music, hearty Irish fare and that unmistakable craic that carries you from midweek warm-ups right through to the big day itself. For the St Patrick’s Day Weekender, Victoria Park is levelling up with a dedicated Guinness Beer Garden running Friday through Tuesday, doubling the space and pouring plenty of the good stuff. If you’re planning to raise a glass this March, Molly’s is the place to do it.
Where: Molly’s Irish Pub, Highgate and Victoria Park
When: March 11th to 17th 2026
Cost: A range of free entry and ticketed events, food and drink additional
Best For: Community events; Live music fans; Group catch-ups; Weekend plans
Need to Know: Victoria Park venue features a dedicated Guinness Beer Garden running Friday through Tuesday, with extended space for the weekender celebrations.
Sapore di Mare at Santini
Seafood fiends will not want to miss Santini’s exclusive Sapore di Mare. Kicking off from 6pm on Thursday, March 19th, the one-night-only indulgent soiree is a true celebration of the state’s freshest seafood. The evening starts with freshly shucked oysters courtesy of the King, Jerry Fraser, and a live crudo station headed up by ‘The Slicer’ Sunny di Ocampo, before drifting into the Santini dining room for a spectacular four-course set menu. Tickets are $249pp and include paired wines with each course.
Where: Santini, Perth CBD
When: 6pm, Thursday March 19th
Cost: $249 per person
Best For: Food & drink lovers; Couples; Premium experiences; Wine lovers
Need to Know: One-night-only event; tickets include paired wines with each course.
Subi Spritz
Subiaco’s favourite Euro-inspired food festival returns from March 26th to 29th, and if you needed an excuse to book in a few long lunches (or three), this is it. Subi Spritz is taking over the neighbourhood once again with a stacked program of tastings, workshops, chef collabs and spritz-fuelled parties, all laced with a distinctly Mediterranean energy. Not sure where to start? We’ve crawled through every inch of the delicious program to bring you our top picks.
Where: Subiaco
When: March 26th to 29th
Cost: Free and ticketed events, starting from $30
Best For: Festivals; Food & drink lovers; Girls’ nights; Community events
Need to Know: Program includes tastings, workshops, chef collabs and parties.
Fast Cars and Free-Flow with an F1 Brunch at The Garden
Not everyone can make it to the grid, but at least we can get amongst the F1 fun at The Garden’s F1 Brunch on Sunday, March 8th. Set on the rooftop, the stylish watch party delivers three hours of Grand Prix action, live on the big screen, washed down with free-flowing cocktails and roaming canapés. Kicking off at 11am, it’s ideal for girls’ lunch or group get-togethers. Tickets are $109 or $84 for the boozeless option.
Where: The Garden (rooftop), Leederville
When: Sunday March 8th, from 11am
Cost: $109 standard / $84 non-alcoholic option
Best For: Girls’ nights; Group catch-ups; Food & drink lovers; Sports fans
Need to Know: Three-hour rooftop watch party with free-flowing cocktails and roaming canapés.
Wagyu and Sake at Samuels on Mill
If a trip to Japan isn’t on the cards, let Samuels on Mill transport you for the night. The date-night gem is bringing a dedicated Wagyu and Sake series, inspired by Osaka’s late-night grill culture. Think premium cuts torched tableside paired with wagyu butter, nori-wrapped bites and an authentic sake list, including one buried under snow. The best part? With wagyu dishes starting from $46, the series features premium marble +9 wagyu, without the hefty price tag.
Wagyu and Sake is on Thursdays throughout March. Book here.
Where: Samuels on Mill, inside the Parmelia Hilton, Perth CBD
When: Thursdays throughout March
Cost: Wagyu dishes from $46
Best For: Couples; Food & drink lovers; Wine lovers; Premium experiences
Need to Know: Ongoing Thursday series inspired by Osaka late-night grill culture.
Midweek Pleasures at Si Paradiso
A trio of seasonal snacks, mains and pizza for just $40pp… Honestly, how Si Paradiso can churn out a three-course feast this good, and this affordable, is beyond us. Throw on 40% off cellar wines, and we are well and truly ready to wine and dine like a Saturday. Perfect for a midweek date night, girls night or just get me out of the house night. Book here.
Where: Si Paradiso, Highgate
When: Thursdays from 5pm
Cost: $40 per person
Best For: Budget-friendly; Midweek plans; Couples; Girls’ nights
Need to Know: Includes 40% off cellar wines.
Friday Oyster Frenzy at Young George
Right now is prime time for oyster fanatics, and the good folk at Young George in East Fremantle are throwing a weekly happy hour to celebrate. In true Young George fashion, Chef Melissa Palinkas has taken things up a notch, with oyster katsu on milk bread ($5 each), oysters warmed in olive oil and topped with coriander Hainanese salsa ($3.50 each), and mini oyster martinis ($10 each) all on offer. Prefer to keep it simple? Natural Leeuwin Coast shells with mignonette ($2.50 each) are also available, plus $8 Balter Cervezas, $12 spritzes and $10 house wines. Not enough? Check out more of our go-to oyster happy hours and deals.
Where: Young George, East Fremantle
When: Fridays, 4pm to 5pm
Cost: Oysters from $2.50 each (selected items priced individually)
Best For: Food & drink lovers; Budget-friendly; Group catch-ups; Wine lovers
Need to Know: Weekly aperitivo hour.
Aperitivo Hour at Isola Bar e Cibo, Rottnest Island
Afternoons on Rotto are made for slowing down and Isola Bar e Cibo is giving you a very good reason to linger. Their weekly aperitivo hour runs from 3pm to 5pm Wednesday to Sunday, serving up chilled spritzes, coastal small plates and front-row island views as the afternoon drifts by. Expect oysters, delicate slices of carpaccio and other light bites designed for sharing, best enjoyed with something cold in hand. With later return ferries now making it easier to stretch out your day trip, there’s no rush to leave — just wander in, grab a table and settle into island time. The perfect end to a day spent beach hopping!
Where: Isola Bar e Cibo, Rottnest Island
When: Wednesday to Sunday, 3pm to 5:30pm
Cost: Items priced individually
Best For: Couples; Food & drink lovers; Visitors; Weekend plans
Need to Know: Weekly aperitivo hour.
Spritz Into Summer at Petition
Spritzes? For summer? Groundbreaking. But seriously, it’s a classic for a reason. And we reckon this might be the perfect excuse to grab a seat in Petition’s lush little streetside terrace and dive into their seasonal snack menu. $18 spritzes paired with the ultimate little girl dinner sitch? Yeah, we’ll cop that.
Where: Petition, Perth CBD
When: Friday to Sunday, 3pm to 6pm
Cost: $18 spritzes and seasonal snacks priced individually
Best For: Girls’ nights; Food & drink lovers; Weekend plans
Need to Know: Sips and snacks, enjoyed streetside in the heart of the CBD.
Vinyl DJ Nights At Tigerfish
Cottesloe’s new beachside bombshell Tigerfish should already be high on your summer hit list, but with its new Friday and Saturday vinyl DJ nights, you’ll wanna slide it right to the top. Crushable cocktails, killer snacks, grooves and vibey sunset energy — it’s got all the markers of a solid girls night out. Get down early to secure a good spot.
Where: Tigerfish, Cottesloe
When: Fridays and Saturdays
Cost: Entry is free
Best For: Girls’ nights; Nightlife; Live music fans; Group catch-ups
Need to Know: Arrive early to secure a good spot
Indigo Oscar’s Beachside Cabana
Celebrate sunny days with the return of Indigo Oscar’s beachside cabana, now open from 12pm til late every day of the week. With its unbeatable ocean vistas and shady umbrellas, it’s the perfect spot for a post-swim cocktail and feed. Plus, with DJs from 2pm every Sunday and a string of weekly specials, including $6 tostadas and $12 negronis every Monday, and $3 oysters and $10 margs every Wednesday, you’ll find all the excuses you need for a cheeky tipple or two.
Where: Indigo Oscar, Cottesloe
When: Open daily from 12pm
Cost: $6 tostadas (Mondays) / $12 negronis (Mondays) / $3 oysters (Wednesdays) / $10 margaritas (Wednesdays)
Best For: Food & drink lovers; Weekend plans; Group catch-ups; Visitors; Budget-friendly
Need to Know: DJs play under the beachside cabana from 2pm Sundays, with specials on throughout the week
High Tea At Yanehep’s Lavender Estate
Located only 40 minutes from Perth, Yanchep’s dreamy Lavender Estate is primed for picnics and play dates, especially now that its thousands of lavender varieties are in full bloom. Add to this a shady playground for the kids and seasonal experiences like distillery tours, botanical cocktails, and a gorgeous Devonshire tea, complete with lavender scones, and you have all the makings of a good day trip. Before you go, grab a scoop of their iconic lavender ice cream and stroll through the gorgeous gift shop.
Where: 272 Old Yanchep Rd, Carabooda
When: Thursday to Friday 9am-4pm / Saturday to Sunday 8:30am-5pm
Cost: Devonshire tea & distillery tour $28pp / All-day menu items from $10
Best For: Families; School holidays; Regional travel; Food & drink lovers
Need to Know: About 40 minutes from Perth; includes playground and seasonal experiences like distillery tours and botanical cocktails. No BYO.
Art, Culture & Performance
Anastasia The Broadway Musical
The beloved story of Anastasia is coming our way, bringing its sweeping score and dazzling stage spectacle to Perth this March. Inspired by the classic film, this hit Broadway musical follows a courageous young woman named Anya as she sets out to uncover the truth about her mysterious past. Journeying from the fading days of Imperial Russia to the glamour of 1920s Paris, Anya is joined by a charming conman and a former aristocrat on a thrilling adventure filled with romance, intrigue and self-discovery. Featuring iconic songs including Journey to the Past and Once Upon a December, this visually stunning production promises an unforgettable night.
Where: Crown Theatre, Burswood
When: March 4th to 28th
Cost: Tickets from $89.90
Best For: Theatre lovers; Cultural experiences; Girls’ nights
Outdoor Cinema Night at Beach St Co
For a relaxed evening of family fun, pop Beach St Co’s Outdoor Cinema Night in your cal and settle in for popcorn picnics and starry sky screenings. Nestled on the banks of the Swan River, the East Fremantle fave will be popping up the big screen on Saturday, March 21st — tickets are just $5 each.
Where: Beach St Co, East Fremantle
When: Saturday March 21st
Cost: $5 per person
Best For: Families; Kids; Outdoor enthusiasts; Budget-friendly
Need to Know: Outdoor movie screening on the banks of the Swan River
DEBUT Exhibition at Oxford St Gallery
Mount Hawthorn has quietly welcomed a chic new permanent art gallery on Oxford Street, wholeheartedly dedicated to showcasing emerging and mid-career WA artists. Directed by 26-year-old Abbey Telfer and her mother, Lynette Telfer, Oxford Street Gallery’s opening exhibition, DEBUT, runs until March 19th and features 20 WA artists of different disciplines, including Rina Freiberg, Ariel Katzir, Julia Freiseisen, and Tarad Ceramics.
Where: Oxford Street Gallery, Mount Hawthorn
When: Until March 19th
Cost: Free
Best For: Art lovers; Exhibitions; Free events; Cultural experiences
Need to Know: This is the opening exhibition for a brand-new permanent gallery dedicated purely to emerging and mi-career WA artists.
From Nonna with Love: Stories of Tradition and Triumph
A celebration of family, food and the women who shaped Western Australia’s Italian community, WA Maritime Museum’s latest exhibition feels like a warm hug from home. Step into Nonna’s kitchen and discover stories of migration, resilience and tradition brought to life through personal mementos, photographs and the comforting nostalgia of home-cooked meals.
Where: WA Maritime Museum, Fremantle
When: Until Monday 20th April
Cost: Standard entry $15 / Concession $10 / Free for kids 15 and under
Best For: Cultural experiences; Exhibitions; Families; Visitors
Need to Know: Exhibition themed around WA’s Italian community, with personal mementos and photographs
Rooftop Movies
Perched high above the bustling streets of Northbridge, this fun, open-air cinema takes movie night to another level (literally). Sink into a plush beanbag, grab a drink from the bar and soak up the energy and atmosphere of this unique cinema space. As the sun sets, settle in to watch the exciting selection of blockbuster hits, cult classics, and indie gems, with the twinkling city skyline perfectly setting the mood.
Where: 68 Roe St, Perth
When: Until 22nd March
Cost: Beanbag $23 / Deckchair $23 / Double Beanbed $35 / Double Swing $50
Best For: Couples; Outdoor enthusiasts; Live music fans; Weekend plans
Need to Know: Arrive early for sunset eats and drinks on the rooftop
Lotterywest Films
Sommerville Auditorium may only be open November through to April, but we think that makes this cinema a whole lot more special. This outdoor cinema in Perth has been screening films for over 70 years during the Perth Festival, bringing like-minded audiences together through captivating theatre. Tickets are general admission, so you can arrive early to snag one of the seats, or bring your own cushion and pick a perfectly pleasant patch of grass to watch the film from. There’s also an on-site bar and a selection of food trucks for those who can’t be bothered BYO-ing their own snacks.
Where: 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley
When: Until the end of April
Cost: $24
Best For: Cultural experiences; Outdoor enthusiasts; Couples; Budget-friendly
Need to Know: Arrive early to snag seats or bring a cushion and sit on the grass, picnic style
Titanic. The Human Story
After sold-out runs in Brisbane, Titanic. The Human Story has officially docked in Perth. Step inside recreated cabins, explore passenger belongings, and hear their stories through an audio guide that makes 1912 feel startlingly close.
Where: 30 Beaufort Street, Perth
When: Until April 4th
Cost: From $36 adults / From $22 children
Best For: Cultural experiences; Exhibitions; Families; Visitors
Need to Know: Includes recreated cabins and an audio guide
Markets & Shopping
Scarborough Sunset Markets
As the sun dips below the Indian Ocean, Scarborough Beach transforms into a lively hub of food, music, and entertainment every Thursday at the Scarborough Sunset Markets. If it feels like everyone in Perth is here, it’s because there really is no better place to be, with live music and a fabulous atmosphere week in, week out. You’ll find rows of retail vendors selling artisan goods and unique trinkets, plus almost all of Perth’s best food trucks and portable bars parked and ready to feed marketgoers, so make sure you come hungry and ready for a good time.
Where: 152 The Esplanade, Scarborough
When: Thursdays
Cost: Free entry
Best For: Markets; Free events; Families; Food & drink lovers
Need to Know: Arrive early to secure a parking spot or consider parking a little further out and walking in
Barrack Square Markets
Perth’s biggest brunch club returns to the CBD this March, and this time, they’re here every Sunday until May! With a curated offering of brunch-focused delights (think: matcha, pastries, acai and more), pop-up wellness sessions, and cute retail stalls, this riverfront market is the dream way to cap off a wholesome weekend. Grab the girls, tick off a hot girl walk and finish up here for brunch, matcha and a lush little breathwork class in the belltower. It’ll quickly become your new weekly ritual.
Where: In front of the Bell Tower, Perth CBD
When: Sundays, 7am to 12pm (March 1st to May 10th)
Cost: Free entry
Best For: Markets; Free events; Food & drink lovers; Weekend plans
Need to Know: Meet at 7am to join a weekly run club
Subi Night Markets
Back for another picnic season in the park, this dreamy night market brings a touch of Euro flair to Perth. A rotating line-up of over 40 incredible food vendors turn up each and every week — offering an international smorgasbord of street eats, from Italian arancini and birria tacos to French eclairs and glossy, chocolate-covered strawberries. The Spirit of Little Things bar is back again too, so you can roll out your picnic rug, pick-up some eats and then settle in with a drink or two as the sun sets. Throw on artisan retailers, roving performers and pop-up outdoor movie nights, and you’ll find all the excuses you need to stop in.
Where: Market Square Park, Subiaco
When: Saturdays, 5pm to 9pm
Cost: Free entry
Best For: Markets; Food & drink lovers; Families; Community events
Need to Know: Weekly Saturday night market with food vendors, bar, performers and occasional outdoor movie nights
Outdoors & Active
Perth Aqua Park
If you’re looking for an easy win with the kids this summer, Perth Aqua Park is it. Giant inflatables, slippery wipe-outs and a whole lot of laughing — it’s pure chaos in the best way.
Where: 278 St Albans Road, Baldivis
When: Open weekends in March
Cost: Kids Funland (2-8 year olds) $15 / Aqua Park Session $15
Best For: Families; Kids; Outdoor enthusiasts; School holidays
Need to Know: Minimum age is 6 years old; a paying adult (18yrs+) MUST accompany children 6-9 years old onto the Aqua Park obstacles
Alchemy Saunas Karrinyup
Alchemy Saunas latest venue has just opened within Karrinyup Shopping Centre’s Wellness Precinct, bringing contrast therapy to Perth’s premier shopping and lifestyle hub. As you’d expect, the new space is looking very slick, with five fjord ice baths, four Brooklyn Copper Co showers, a hangout zone, and two spacious saunas kitted with 21-kilowatt heaters and three-tiered seating. Time for a shop, steam and plunge? Book here.
Where: Level 1/200 Karrinyup Rd, Karrinyup
When: Open daily
Cost: Casual sessions from $20
Best For: Premium experiences; Midweek plans; Locals; Weekend plans
Need to Know: Located in Karrinyup Shopping Centre’s Wellness Precinct
Step into Zen at Perth Zoo
The Hike Collective runs an exclusive experience at Perth Zoo, where you can step into an early morning sanctuary of calm before the zoo opens to the public. The two-hour tour begins with a gentle walk through the rainforest, followed by a 45-minute beginner-friendly yoga session in the calming presence of the elephants. The journey continues with a walk through the African savannah and Australian bushland, meeting some of the much-loved locals—from lions and meerkats to pandas and koalas. The soul-nourishing experience finishes with a refreshing cold-pressed juice as you soak in the wonders of the wild and a morning well spent.
Where: 20 Labouchere Road, South Perth
When: Saturday mornings from 7.00am
Cost: $69 per person
Best For: Outdoor enthusiasts; Wellness lovers; Couples; Premium experiences
Need to Know: Exclusive early-morning experience before the zoo opens
Free Things To Do
Summer of Sports at Brookfield Place
Summer of Sports is back at Brookfield Place, turning the forecourt into a sunshiney playground of free pickleball and 3×3 basketball. Perfect for a lunchtime hit-out or an after-work game, with some of Perth’s best bars just a few steps away for the inevitable “one drink?” afterwards. Book here.
Where: Brookfield Place, Perth CBD
When: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm
Cost: Free
Best For: Free events; Sports fans; Group catch-ups; Midweek plans
Need to Know: Free pickleball and 3×3 basketball on the forecourt
Coogee Live
Coogee Live takes over the lush seaside grounds of Coogee Beach Reserve from March 7th to 8th. A completely free festival for the whole family, it features licensed areas, food trucks and lounges, as well as a sunset DJ set with The Presets, cooking demos, a big top tent with Fringe-quality entertainment, roving performers and loads of kids’ activities (including the popular Bubble Canteen).
Where: Coogee Beach Reserve
When: March 7th to 8th
Cost: Free
Best For: Festivals; Families; Community events; Free events
Need to Know: Includes licensed areas, food trucks and lounges; sunset DJ set with The Presets; kids’ activities including Bubble Canteen
The Rechabite’s Cinema Club
Held in the multi-level venue’s great hall, The Rechabite’s Cinema Club hosts free movie nights from 7.30pm every Monday night. Settle in, grab some popcorn and make the most of the in-seat food and beverage ordering. If you’re keen to dial up your movie night, you’ll also find rooftop drink specials and an express feed-me dinner menu. Simply RSVP online to secure your free seat.
Where: The Rechabite, Northbridge
When: Mondays from 7.30pm
Cost: Free (RSVP required)
Best For: Free events; Cultural experiences; Midweek plans; Couples
Need to Know: Free movie nights in the Great Hall; in-seat food and beverage ordering available
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Truffle Hunt & Country Lunch
While the annual Truffle Kerfuffle has sadly been scaled back this year, truffle lovers can still lock in their annual indulgence in Manjimup (aka Australia’s truffle heartland). Australian Truffle Traders have just opened bookings for their Truffle Hunt & Country Lunch. The immersive three-hour experience will see you wandering through rows of hazel and oak trees, guided by truffle dogs, digging up the ripest truffles, before heading to Hound & Hunter for a truffle tasting and three-course truffle feast courtesy of Chef David Coomer. Truffle hunts are scheduled for every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday during truffle season, which typically runs from early June until late August. Book now to secure your ideal weekend.
Where: Manjimup (Australian Truffle Traders & Hound & Hunter)
When: Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays during truffle season (early June to late August)
Cost: $185 per person
Best For: Regional travel; Food & drink lovers; Premium experiences; Weekend plans
Need to Know: Three-hour experience includes truffle hunt with truffle dogs, then tasting and a three-course truffle lunch
What’s On This Month in Perth: FAQs
March in Perth is stacked with standout moments, from the return of Sculpture By The Sea at Cottesloe to the buzzing Joondalup Festival. Bib & Tucker’s cult Lobster Frites nights are back, while Coogee Live delivers a huge weekend of free seaside fun. Add Candlelight’s Lord of the Rings concert and Rooftop Movies, and your calendar fills quickly.
Seafood lovers can book Santini’s one-night-only Sapore di Mare feast, while Subi Spritz returns with long lunches, tastings and Mediterranean energy. Samuels on Mill’s Wagyu and Sake series runs throughout March, and The Garden’s F1 Brunch pairs Grand Prix action with free-flowing cocktails. There’s also Friday Oyster Frenzy at Young George and weekly aperitivo hour at Isola on Rottnest.
Sculpture By The Sea transforms Cottesloe Beach into a sweeping outdoor gallery, while Joondalup Festival brings large-scale installations like Crystal People to Sir James McCusker Park. DEBUT at Oxford St Gallery spotlights emerging WA artists, and From Nonna with Love at WA Maritime Museum shares stories of Italian heritage in WA. For something immersive, Titanic. The Human Story has officially docked in Perth.
Joondalup Festival delivers live performances and immersive experiences across two weeks, while Coogee Live packs in sunset DJ sets and Fringe-quality entertainment. Vinyl DJ nights at Tigerfish bring beachside grooves to Cottesloe, and Candlelight’s Lord of the Rings concert promises a goosebump-inducing string quartet performance inside Perth Town Hall.
Joondalup Festival and Coogee Live both offer family-friendly programming, from large-scale art to hands-on activities. Beach St Co’s Outdoor Cinema Night is an easy $5 outing, while Perth Aqua Park guarantees high-energy fun. For something slower paced, Yanchep’s Lavender Estate pairs blooms, playground time and Devonshire tea for a wholesome day trip.
Sculpture By The Sea and Coogee Live are completely free and perfect for a coastal day out. Summer of Sports at Brookfield Place offers free pickleball and 3×3 basketball, while The Rechabite’s Cinema Club hosts complimentary Monday movie nights. You can also explore the DEBUT exhibition at Oxford St Gallery at no cost.
Truffle season returns to Manjimup from early June, with Australian Truffle Traders hosting immersive Truffle Hunt & Country Lunch experiences throughout the season. Expect guided hunts through hazel and oak trees followed by a truffle tasting and three-course feast at Hound & Hunter — a winter highlight worth planning ahead for.
Loved our guide to the best of what’s on in Perth this month and beyond? Why not check out our guides to the best cafes, restaurants and bars in town because no day out in Perth should go without a delicious brunch, an exquisite dinner, or a tipple or two at a cool new wine bar.
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