What's On in Perth This Month: July & Beyond

From winter warmers to global light shows as well as indulgent foodie festivals, this is your guide to what’s on in Perth this month. Whether you're a local looking for new things to do, or a visitor keen to explore the happenings in Perth, you're in for a real treat this July and beyond.

Ski Lodge Saturdays at the Cott

Don’t let winter hibernation hold you back! The Ski Lodge series is coming back to the Cott Beach Club to keep your winter festivities alive. Each Saturday, the Beach Club will be transformed into a winter Après Ski wonderland with winter cocktail specials, DJs pumping tunes ‘til late, fireplaces to keep you warm and, as always, free entry. See you on the slopes!

Every Saturday, 4.00pm to late

Cottesloe Beach Hotel, 104 Marine Parade, Cottesloe 

Scarborough Sunset Markets: Winter Edition

Perth’s most iconic beachside markets are back this Saturday! Bringing the winter feeds and wholesome vibes to the beautiful Scarborough promenade, this year’s winter markets are bigger than ever. Find your favourite global food trucks around the iconic Scarborough Clocktower and throughout the arbours, as well as carefully curated artisan market stalls. Pop on your winter cosies and sip a mulled wine around the fire pit, as beats from the beloved local markets DJs provide the perfect soundtrack to your wintery Saturday eves. 

Every Saturday, from 3.00pm

Scarborough Promenade, Scarborough

Chocolate Month at Yo-Chi

Our favourite frozen yogurt sensation is rolling out a huge month of all things chocolate this July, proving we can still stay toasty warm with a Yo-Chi in hand! The limited winter treats include Oreo Cheesecake, choc-coated tiny teddies, Tony’s Chocolonley Chocolate Bars, and a never-before-done chocolate and vanilla frozen yogurt swirl, plus loads of other chocolate toppings including cookie dough, kit cats, brownies and more.

Karrinyup, Leederville, Fremantle, Highgate, Victoria Park

Christmas in July at Johnny Fox’s

Northbridge's late night Irish pub Johnny Fox's are bringing back their iconic Christmas in July, because who doesn't love some mid-year festive cheer? Every weekend in July, get stuck into a traditional 3-course Christmas lunch, complete with a soul-warming potato and leek Soup, a traditional roast turkey and ham with all the trimmings, and finished off strong with a classic Christmas pudding paired with rich brandy custard.

To keep the chill at bay, guests can also enjoy warming beverages like Hot Toddies and Johnny Fox's famous Irish coffee. To finish off the festivities on a high, the pub will be alive with festive tunes all day long on Sunday July 28th, and Santa himself will be making a special appearance from 1.00pm to 4.00pm. There will be prizes for the best Christmas outfits, so don your most fabulous (terrible) Christmas sweater!

Every weekend in July 

$49.00 per person

205 James Street, Northbridge

The Good Food and Wine Show

Australia’s favourite foodie event, the Good Food and Wine Show, is coming back to Perth for just three days this July at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. A staple in the diaries of foodies around the country, this year’s show will be a veritable smorgasbord of delicious take-home treats, celebrity chefs, meals and at-home entertaining ideas for every budget from value-packed to premium. Food and beverage vendors will enable on-the-spot enjoyment, celebrity chefs and food personalities will be on site to share tips and meet fans, and the VIP Lounge will be a coveted locale to enjoy premium food and wines and the chance to relax before hitting the show floor again. Celebrating WA’s local produce and chefs, the Kleenheat Kitchen is back for another year, featuring a series of mouth-watering cooking demonstrations led by some of the top chefs across the state.

Friday 19th to Sunday 21st July

Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre, Perth

Nom Nom Festival 

Nom Nom: Leederville’s food, wine and music festival is back, bringing dozens of collaboration dinners, food and drink masterclasses, weekly activations and more to Leederville across six weeks in winter. This indulgent foodie festival has grown since last year, with over 35 separate events at 13 different venues throughout Leederville, beginning with a Pisco Masterclass and Peruvian Food Journey at Lima Cantina, Servo’s four-course menu set inspired by the Nyoongar calendar Tucker:Vol III, and Singapore Hawkers’ Nights at Naber. There’s also plenty for the wine and booze enthusiasts, as well as mid-week merrymaking and budget-friendly fun, and more running all festival long. Tickets are on sale now. 

Various dates and locations throughout the month

742 Newcastle Street, Leederville

Bright Tank x RoyAl’s Dude Brunch

The very best of Perth’s burgers and beers collide with Dude Brunch — Bright Tank Brewing Co and RoyAl’s Chicken & Burgers’ new limited-time high tea. Launching on Sunday 14 July and taking place across four consecutive Sundays at different locations across Perth, the Dude Brunches will replace cucumber sandwiches with a range of fried foods to share (Chicken RoyAl Sliders, RoyAl with Cheese Sliders, Potato Bravas Boats, Mac n Cheese Croquettes, and Fried Chicken Waffle Sandwiches with bacon and maple syrup), alongside three schooners per person from the Bright Tank taps.

From Sunday 14th July

Multiple locations across Perth

Fondue Fridays at Henry Summer

Urban cocktail bar Henry Summer is heating things up with their fresh Fondue Fridays; think oh so much glorious, hot, gooey melted cheese - yum! Arguably one of the best ways to celebrate that end of work week - loading up on melted cheese, chocolate and wine with mates. Choose between the rich flavours of a 4 cheese blend served hot with toasted bread, salted pretzels, sliced pear, charred broccoli, heirloom carrots, and chat potatoes OR the chocolate served with diced apple, sliced banana, strawberries, salted pretzels, marshmallows, and crisp green grapes. There is also an option to get both…no judgement. 

Fridays

69 Aberdeen Street, Northbridge  

Aloft Apres Ski

Award-winning hotel Aloft Perth is transforming into an interactive ski lodge this winter with grazing boards ($52) inspired by the snow snacks of the world, a warming winter cocktail list, and complimentary accommodation add-ons to beat the winter blues. Cocktails start at just $16 with the inclusion of a winter icon, Mulled Wine. 

The Springs, 27 Rowe Avenue, Rivervale 

Pass the Pasta 

Each Wednesday, The Garden is curing the mid-week blues with Pass The Pasta. From 5pm, tuck into $20 bowls of Pappardelle alla Norcina, vegan Rigatoni alla Vodka, Seafood Spaghetti Marinara and find solace in a big bowl of homemade pasta. Buon appetito! 

Wednesdays, from 5.00pm

742 Newcastle Street, Leederville 

Bao Down Thursdays 

Every Thursday, Perth CBD’s late-night whisky bar Goody Two’s is serving three flavour-packed build-it-yourself bao buns for just $19 per person (minimum 2 people). The DIY board comes with three different fillings — Goody’s iconic fried chicken, beef brisket and miso cauliflower — as well as slaw, kimchi pickles and spicy mayo. 

Thursdays

Basement/40 Irwin Street, Perth 

Make-Your-Own Spritz Lands at STAMPA!

Embrace the spirit of dolce vita as Print Hall's STAMPA! introduces its latest offering: Spritz Salute. Taking over the restaurant every Saturday, Spritz Salute is a celebration of Italian flair, bringing together the art of making your own spritz with a mouth-watering selection of canapés. 

Designed for groups of two (or the more the merrier), the STAMPA! team will treat you to your own golden bird cage full of Italian canapes (read: luxe), a bottle of bubbles, Limoncello, Aspide and everything needed to MYO spritz! Expect an array of incredibly delicious nibbles from the STAMPA! kitchen to enjoy alongside, with a little something to satiate both savoury and sweet tooth's alike. From mushroom arancini, beef tartare and gnocco fritto to mini lemon meringue tarts and salted caramel tiramisu, it's all buono! But like all good things, bookings are essential.

$99 per person

Book here

Saturdays, 12.30pm to 2.30pm or 3.00pm to 5.00pm

Brookfield Place, 125 St Georges Terrace, Perth

The Old Apple Shed Markets

Join in on market day fun the last Saturday of every month at The Old Apple Shed Markets, bringing those good old-fashioned farmers markets vibes to Core Cider. Each month is a showcase from a range of local producers and artisan makers...and from opening time they'll have the coffee machine cranking! Make a day of it, bring family or friends, and let the kids run about whilst you enjoy pizzas and casual eats from the Cider Garden bar, or book into the Orchard Bistro for lunch. 

Last Saturday of every month

10.00am to 2.00pm

Independence Day Dinner at UMA

UMA, Pan Pacific Perth’s vibrant Peruvian restaurant, is celebrating Independence Day on Friday 26th July with a decedent four-course Peruvian dinner. The Independence Day dinner celebrates some of UMA’s most iconic dishes including the citrus-infused Ceviche Peruano, eaten in Peru especially during celebrations this dish features lightly cured Shark Bay fish, ‘Leche de Tigre’, charred sweet corn and caramelised sweet potato. The night will also include scheduled performances by Fantasia Latina, showcasing their Latin American dancing and emulating celebrations throughout South America.

Friday 26th July

207 Adelaide Terrace, Perth 

Disaronno x Palace Cinemas 

This winter, Palace Cinemas movie-goers will be able to order a Disaronno Amaretto Sour Twist cocktail while watching some of this winter’s hottest film releases. Two specially-curated $15 cocktails are on offer to choose from – the Classic Disaronno Amaretto Sour and Disaronno Luini Amaretto Sour Twist. 

Additionally, for one night only, Disaronno will host a very special preview night of the highly-anticipated film, Fly Me to The Moon, where you’ll be greeted with a complimentary Classic Disaronno Amaretto Sour upon arrival, for an unforgettable viewing experience of this new film. 

Palace Raine Square 

Prima Facie 

After taking the West End and Broadway by storm, this electrifying show from Black Swan Theatre comes to Perth in this brand-new production directed by Kate Champion and starring rising Australian actor, Sophia Forrest. When a shocking turn of events shifts her to the other side of the witness stand, defence barrister Tessa must confront the lines where the patriarchal power of the law, burden of proof, and morals diverge.

Until 21st July

Heath Ledger Theatre

Lightscape Kings Park 

Global phenomenon Lightscape returns to Kings Park and Botanic Garden with a reimagined trail packed with brand new installations. Delve into the world beneath the surface in a magical light and sound experience exploring Roots, capture unforgettable memories within a tunnel of hearts,, wander amongst intricate colour-changing creations, and revisit the wonder of last year's top favourites including the magnificent Winter Cathedral... and that's just the start!

Friday 7th June to Sunday 28th July 

Kings Park and Botanic Gardens, Perth

To the Moon: WA Museum Boola Barlip

This fascinating, multiform exhibition focuses on humankind’s long fascination with the moon, seeing it as a gateway to the larger universe and the first and most important step in space exploration. To the Moon interweaves lunar art, pop culture, planetary science, historical insights, and the perspectives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The exhibition features the incredible 'Museum of the Moon', a touring artwork by UK artist Luke Jerram. Measuring seven metres in diameter, the moon features 120dpi detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface.

Perth Cultural Centre, Perth

Day trip to Rottnest Island

With its jaw-droppingly beautiful beaches and ultra laid-back holiday vibes, Rottnest/Wadjemup is Western Australian coastal paradise at its finest. Bask in the endless sunshine, feast on baked goods from the iconic bakery, and ride your bike to the island's stunning bays - each more pristine than the last. Winter days unfold in an effortless rhythm and come the evening, make your way to one of the island’s stunning eateries, like the breezy Italian-inspired Isola, for sunset sips and utterly memorable beachside dining.

Rottnest Island, WA

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