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Find out what's on in Perth this weekend with our roundup, guaranteed to get the group chat ready for some fun.
This weekend in Perth (Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd of March) is looking hot to go. It may be Autumn, but the weather says otherwise, with nothing but 30-plus-degree days on the horizon. Don’t let that keep you locked up in the aircon, though. This weekend packs a punch, with major festivals, exhibitions, markets and more to explore. And hey, when all else fails, you’ll find plenty of excuses for an ice cold beverage and a tasty treat too. Ready to lock in? Read on for our editor’s curated guide to this weekend in Perth.
In This Guide
Editor’s Picks
Sundown by Arrival Hall
A creative brunch haven tucked within an aesthetic design store, Arrival Hall is a local fave for very good reason. So when we heard they were launching a new Friday sundowner series, bringing share plates, cocktails and DJs into their lush little Northbridge space, we took note. Kicking off this Friday from 5pm, Sundown is all about creating space to unwind with loved ones. No set menu, just chef’s picks – serving what’s fresh and what’s good that week. Washed down with laidback vibes and a delish little sip, this is the ideal way to ease into your weekend. Book here or just wander in.
Where: 162 Aberdeen Steet, Northbridge
When: Fridays from 5pm
Cost: Share plates priced individually
Best For: Couples; Food lovers; Weekend plans
Festivals & Major Events
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
Eat & Drink
Hot Keys
If you thought the city’s basement bars were reserved solely for sticky floors and doof doof music, think again. A new nightlife experience has landed at DEADBEAT, and it feels a lot less like your typical club night and more like a really epic house party. Make your way down to find a baby grand piano under a spinning disco ball, a rotating line-up of the city’s most talented musicians on the keys, and a room full of punters belting out classics (on request) at the top of their lungs. Come alone and link arms with the rest of the crowd, or bring your mates and knock out all your favourite anthems. This is the feel-good energy your nights out have been missing.
Where: DEADBEAT, entry via laneway behind Pirate Life Perth, 440 Murray Street, Perth CBD
When: Every Friday and Saturday, 8pm-12pm
Cost: Free entry
Best For: Live music fans; Girls’ nights; Weekend plans; Nightlife
Dinner Nights At North 54
By day, North 54 is all about damn good banh mi, specialty sips (like the pandan coconut cloud) and moreish cookies. But soon, they’ll be transforming into a cool little bar every Friday and Saturday night, where you’re encouraged to BYO drinks (Oxford Cellars is right across the road) and settle in for a tight edit of snacks and larger shares. It’ll be an all-new menu, but very much the same vibe you’ve come to expect from Chef Bac Pham. So in other words…delicious.
Where: 253A Oxford Street, Leederville
When: Fridays and Saturdays
Cost: Share plates priced individually
Best For: Couples; Food lovers; Weekend plans
Need to Know: BYO
Slush & Crush At Long Chim
Head down to the Long Chim basement for hard drinks and heavy beats every Friday night. The fun starts at Golden Hour (4-6pm), with $12 boozy slushies, backed up by dirty house DJs and spicy Thai street eats til late.
Where: Corner of Barrack street &, St Georges Terrace, Perth
When: Fridays 4-6pm
Cost: Free entry + $12 boozy slushies
Best For: Girls’ nights; Couples; Weekend plans; Nightlife; Food & drink lovers
Snacky Hour At Pirate Life Perth
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.
Vinyl DJ Nights at Tigerfish
Cottesloe’s new beachside bombshell Tigerfish should already be high on your summer hit list, but with its 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. Ask about the hidden karaoke room.
Snacks con Amigos at Indigo Oscar
If you’re heading down to Cottesloe to check out Sculpture By The Sea, let Indigo Oscar fuel your steps. The beachside cabana is rolling out a special three-for-$30pp snack special. Pick from house faves: tuna tostadas, chicken empanadas, Colombian arepa, fried chicken and pulled pork shoulder taco. Then pair with $12 Idle Hands cocktails. It’s only available until March 26th, so get moving.
Where: 99 Marine Parade, Cottesloe
When: Until 26th March
Cost: Three-for-$30pp Snack Special; $12 Idle Hands cocktails
Best For: Couples; Weekend plans; Food & drink lovers
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Art, Culture & Performance
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
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
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
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
Markets & Shopping
Barrack Square Markets
Perth’s biggest brunch club returns to the CBD, 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.
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
Outdoor & Active
Yoga in the Park
A pay what you feel yoga class under the dappled tree light of Hyde Park? This has ritual written all over it. No need to book, just rock up with your towel/mat and a water bottle ready to go from 9am. Classes are all beginner friendly and you can cap off your morning with treats and coffee from Chu Bakery. Bliss!
Where: Corner William St & Glendower St, Perth
When: Saturdays & Sundays, 9-10am
Cost: Pay what you feel
Best For: Budget-friendly; Weekend plans; Outdoor enthusiasts
Need to Know: Head to Chu Bakery after your class for a coffee and pastry
Free Things To Do
Sculpture By The Sea
After a one-year hiatus, Sculpture By The Sea has officially returned to our sun-soaked shores, celebrating 21 years of the free sculptural art trail on Cottesloe Beach. 70 inspiring artworks from artists around the world, including 11 from Japan and 30 from our very own backyard, are lined up along the coast, waiting to be explored. Tee up a wander, cool off with a swim and settle on the lawn for a sunset picnic. Summer isn’t over yet!
Where: Cottesloe Beach
When: March 6th to 23rd
Cost: Free
Best For: Art lovers; Cultural experiences; Free events; Outdoor enthusiasts; Families; Girls’ nights
Coming Soon
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.
What’s On This Weekend: FAQs
Some of the standout events this month include Joondalup Festival, which brings a huge program of art, performance and family-friendly experiences to the north, and Titanic. The Human Story, an immersive exhibition that’s just arrived in Perth. Sculpture By The Sea is also back along Cottesloe Beach, offering a much-loved coastal art trail.
There’s plenty happening across Perth’s dining scene, from Slush & Crush at Long Chim with boozy slushies and DJs, to Snacky Hour at Pirate Life Perth offering free bites and happy hour drinks. Over at DEADBEAT, Hot Keys delivers a high-energy, music-led night out, while Tigerfish is drawing crowds with its vinyl DJ sessions by the beach.
Joondalup Festival features a mix of cultural highlights, including the Crystal People installation and A Day With David photographic exhibition. Titanic. The Human Story is another must-see, with recreated cabins and real artefacts bringing history to life. Sculpture By The Sea also offers a large-scale outdoor art experience along the coast.
Joondalup Festival leads the charge with live performances, immersive events and large-scale installations. For a more intimate music experience, Hot Keys at DEADBEAT brings live piano performances into a lively, crowd-driven setting, while Tigerfish hosts vinyl DJ nights with a relaxed coastal vibe.
Joondalup Festival is packed with family-friendly activities, from interactive art to live shows. Outdoor Cinema Night at Beach St Co is another great pick, offering a relaxed evening by the river with a family-friendly film. Sculpture By The Sea also makes for an easy, engaging day out with kids along the beach.
Sculpture By The Sea is one of Perth’s best free experiences this month, with a scenic coastal trail of large-scale artworks. Joondalup Festival also features a range of free events and exhibitions, including public art installations and gallery experiences. Yoga in the Park offers a flexible, pay-what-you-feel way to start your morning outdoors.
Subi Spritz is just around the corner, taking over Subiaco from March 26th to 29th with a Euro-inspired lineup of tastings, workshops and lively events. Expect long lunches, spritz-fuelled parties and a vibrant, Mediterranean-style atmosphere across the precinct.
Did you enjoy our guide to the very best of what’s on in Perth this weekend? For more Perth insider knowledge, check out the best new restaurants in Perth or explore our guide to what’s on this month in Perth. Happy weekend!
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