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What’s On in Perth This Easter Long Weekend (3-6 April)
Find out what's on in Perth this weekend with our roundup, guaranteed to get the group chat ready for some fun.
This Easter long weekend in Perth (Friday 3rd to Monday 6th of April), the forecast has blessed us with a string of perfectly sunny 23 to 27 degree days, just waiting to be enjoyed.
Perth usually goes pretty quiet over Easter, with many choosing to spend the four-day weekend down south ticking off the region’s country bakeries, wineries and more. But with high fuel prices keeping more of us at home, we’re expecting a much livelier weekend in Perth this Easter. And the good news is: Perth’s venues have served up more than enough to keep everyone happy.
From seafood feasting to sunshine spritzing, read on for our editor’s curated guide to this weekend in Perth.
In This Guide
Editor’s Picks
Good Friday at Gwelup Fish & Chips
When Anisha Halik and Jacob D’Vauz (the duo behind some of Perth’s favourite pop-up dining experiences) set their creative culinary minds on something, you can be damn sure it’s going to be delicious. After packing out Modus with Magnolia BBQ and feeding the crowds at Doubleview Bowls Club, the pair has finally landed on stable ground.
Enter Gwelup Fish & Chips, a new chef-led fish and chip shop serving next-level seafood in a casual takeaway setting. Seafood baskets, fish burgers, chip butties and more are treated with the same kind of attention to flavour you’ve come to expect — all featuring sustainably sourced and traced seafood. Open 12-2pm and 4-8pm, Good Friday is arguably the busiest day of the year, so call ahead to pre-order and expect delays. Either way, it’s worth it.
Where: 707 North Beach Road, Gwelup
When: Friday 12-2pm and 4-8pm; Saturday & Sunday 4-8pm
Cost: Fish & chips from $15
Best For: Familes; Long Weekends; Food lovers
Festivals & Major Events
Jurassic Kingdom: Deep Sea Titans
Kick off the school holidays with a prehistoric adventure at Jurassic Kingdom. The popular all-ages festival is back at Burswood Park from April 3rd to 19th, and this time it’s going to the deep blue sea, with an exciting new mix of dinosaurs rising from both land and sea. Your bold little explorers will go mad for the expanded collection of life-sized animatronic creatures hidden around every turn, from mighty T-Rexes to speedy Velociraptors and massive prehistoric sea creatures. While those less into the scary stuff can enjoy hands-on fossil digs, adorable dino hatchings and more. Tickets start from $34 (plus booking fee).
Where: Burswood Park
When: April 3rd to 19th
Cost: Tickets from $34 (plus booking fee)
Best For: Familes; Kids; Long Weekends; Festivals; School holidays
Eat & Drink
Easter Sunday at Lil’s
With an extra day of weekend up your sleeve, Lil’s Long Lunch has never looked better. From 2pm Sunday, head up to the sun-drenched rooftop terrace for a multi-course Italian-inspired shared feast with free-flowing spritzes. Then roll right on into Sunday specials from 4pm — think $16 spritzes, $18 pizzas and $15 boozy chocolate gelato.
Where: 437 Murray St, Perth
When: Sunday 5th April from 2pm
Cost: $85 for Lil’s Long Lunch
Best For: Weekend plans; Food & drink lovers; Wine lovers; Girls’ night
Hot Cross Bun Crawl
With Easter officially here, you’ve got full permission to load up on the treat of the season. And given the kind of innovative riffs coming out of Perth’s bakeries, there’s plenty of buns worth hunting down. We’ve rounded up Perth’s best hot cross buns to guide your adventure, from Grain’s Pistachio Crunch and Ferrero Rocher-filled buns to Sidepiece’s custardy Hot X Scrolls, and Chicho x Common Bakery’s gelato hot cross sandwiches.
Easter Sunday at Strange Company
Live music, an oyster shucking station and a pop-up wine bar make Strange Company an easy yes this Easter Sunday. Book ahead to secure a table in the lush streetside alfresco and settle in for the arvo. They’re open and pouring from 12pm til late.
Where: 5 Nairn St, Fremantle
When: Sunday April 5th, 12pm til late
Cost: Free entry
Best For: Weekend plans; Food & drink lovers; Wine lovers; Group catch-ups;
Easter Seafood Feast at Pearla & Co.
Whether you’re dedicated to the seafood tradition or not, we’ll take any excuse to dine on Scott Bridger’s coastal brilliance at Pearla & Co. And this weekend, he’s putting on a truly spectacular seafood platter just for Easter. Set on ice, the bountiful feast for two heroes WA’s best. Work your way through Albany Rock oysters with mignonette, Abrolhos Island scallops with pomelo, ginger and roasted rice, and Pemberton marron with green yuzu and sea herbs. Then continue on to hot smoked Fremantle octopus, chilled Exmouth prawns with Pearla hot sauce and crispy legs, saltbush and vinegar Augusta abalone, and a line-caught snapper and nori terrine. Paired with a beautiful drop from the wine list and the relaxed beachside vibe, this has to be one of the best ways to celebrate the long weekend.
Where: 25 Leighton Beach Blvd, North Fremantle
When: Friday 3rd to Sunday 5th April
Cost: $190 (platter design for two)
Best For: Weekend plans; Food & drink lovers; Wine lovers; Couples
Easter Degustation at Wildflower
For one of Perth’s most sophisticated dining experiences, Wildflower is the spot to be this Easter. Secure a table 5.30pm this Saturday, and you’ll be rewarded with an indulgent seafood degustation brimming with standout produce, including Shark Bay scallops, coral trout, and premium Pemberton marron.
Where: COMO The Treasury Level 4, 1 Cathedral Ave, Perth
When: Saturday 4th April from 5.30pm
Cost: From $180pp for a six-course degustation
Best For: Food lovers; Wine lovers; Premium experiences
Cherry Blossom High Tea at Sweetwater Rooftop Bar
Trade your normal finger sandwiches and cakes for a Japanese-inspired high tea nestled beneath the cherry blossoms at Sweetwater Rooftop Bar this Sunday. For just $55pp you’ll enjoy a luscious feast of dumplings, baos, sushi and more, alongside all the T2 tea your heart desires. Prefer to lean into the long weekend vibes? Add on a two-hour beverage package for an additional $44pp and soak up bottomless cocktails, bubbles and wine. Bookings essential.
Where: Level 6/1 Silas St, East Fremantle
When: Sunday April 5th
Cost: From $55pp (+$44 for two-hour beverage package)
Best For: Food and drink lovers; Girls’ nights; Group catch-ups
Fishbowl Karaoke at Tigerfish
With Cottesloe’s waves practically lapping at its door, Tigerfish screams holiday vibes. But did you know the gorgeous Asian-infused restaurant and bar is also hiding a red-lit, disco-drenched, private karaoke booth? Fitting up to eight guests, the plush, soundproof room is open for shimmering sing-a-longs with your besties. Book ahead, pile in and get the cocktails flowing — the track list is long, and those drinks come directly to you. Pair with a fiery dinner in the dining room (the ‘Feed Me’ menu is one of the best in Perth) for one of Perth’s greatest girls’ nights.
Where: Corner John Street and Marine Parade, Cottesloe
When: 12pm to late
Cost: $100 per hour for eight guests
Best For: Girls’ nights; Nightlife; Music lovers
Need to Know: Head to the website to book
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Art, Culture & Performance
Fremantle International Street Arts Festival
One of the biggest weekends in the Fremantle calendar, the Fremantle International Street Arts Festival (FISAF) is back — bringing 160+ free, family-friendly performances to the streets of Fremantle from Friday 3rd to Monday 6th April. From water-based acrobatics at Fremantle’s fishing boat harbour to high-flying circus acts above the cappuccino strip, and street performers tucked down the city’s laneways and arcades, you’ll find something strange, surprising and joyful waiting around every corner.
Where: Throughout Fremantle
When: Friday 3rd to Monday 6th April
Cost: Free
Best For: Familes; Long Weekends; Free events; Cultural experiences; Theatre lovers
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
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
Outdoor & Active
Weekend Wellness at Baillie Hill
A series of open-air wellness classes is coming to Baillie Hill’s sprawling green every weekend, inviting a new, easy-going movement habit built around community connection. From 7-11 am each Saturday from April to May, the lush new precinct in East Victoria Park will host a rotating line-up of local instructors – from yoga and pilates to boxing and meditation. Drop in for a one-off session or make it your new ritual. Classes are just $12, and coffee and bites are all here too for your post-class refuel. The full schedule and bookings are online now.
Where: 15 Hill View Terrace, East Victoria Park
When: Saturday April 3rd, from 7am to 11am
Cost: $12
Best For: Solo plans; Weekend plans; Outdoor enthusiasts; New openings; Budget friendly
Merse Wellness Spa
More than just a sauna, Merse Wellness Spa is a serene escape from the everyday, unlike anything else in Perth. Inside the stylish Mediterranean-inspired bathhouse, you’ll find Perth’s largest hot magnesium pool, thermal and infrared saunas, a calming salt room, cold plunge experiences (including an ice fountain and monsoon showers), sound healing, LED light therapy, and more. Walk in stressed, float out renewed and rejuvenated — Merse is the new benchmark for holistic recovery and relaxation.
As a new offering, they’ve just launched a 7-Day Unlimited Bathhouse Pass, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the experience. For $59.95, visitors receive unlimited access to the bathhouse for seven consecutive days. Why not start this weekend?
Where: Unit 8/454 Scarborough Beach Rd, Osborne Park WA 6019
When: 7am-7pm Saturday & Sunday; 5:30am-9pm Monday to Friday
Cost: $59.95 for a 7-Day Unlimited Bathhouse Pass
Best For: Solo plans; Weekend plans; Premium experiences
Free Things To Do
Art Gallery of Western Australia
Begin your cultural adventure at the heart of Perth’s artistic pulse, the Art Gallery of Western Australia. AGWA, located in the Perth Cultural Centre, is home to an impressive collection of both traditional and contemporary art. From indigenous works to cutting-edge installations, every exhibit here celebrates the diverse voices that have shaped Western Australia’s cultural identity.
Where: The Art Gallery of Western Australia, Perth Cultural Centre, Perth
When: 10am-5pm, Daily.
Cost: While the Gallery is free to visit, a voluntary donation is encouraged
Best For: Solo plans; Weekend plans; Art Lovers; Cultural Experiences; Exhibitions
Coming Soon
Revealed Aboriginal Art Market & Exhibition
One of WA’s most significant celebrations of Aboriginal art is returning to Boorloo this April, with the Revealed Aboriginal Art Market & Exhibition (the largest of its kind in Perth) taking over two sites within the Perth Cultural Centre. Running from April 18th to June 14th at the Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts, the exhibition brings together more than 100 new and emerging Aboriginal artists from across the state, spanning painting, textiles, sculpture and more. Alongside the exhibition, the iconic one-day art market will pop-up at WA Museum Boola Bardip on Saturday 18th April, offering a rare chance to purchase works directly from artists, with proceeds supporting their communities. Pop it in the calendar, this is not to be missed.
Where: Perth Cultural Centre, Perth
When: Exhibition runs April 18th to June 14th; Art market land April 18th
Cost: Free entry
Best For: Solo plans; Weekend plans; Art Lovers; Cultural Experiences; Exhibitions
What’s On This Weekend: FAQs
This Easter long weekend, Perth’s standout event is the Fremantle International Street Arts Festival, bringing over 160 free performances to the streets of Fremantle. Jurassic Kingdom: Deep Sea Titans is another major draw, especially for families, with life-sized animatronic dinosaurs taking over Burswood Park. For something immersive, Titanic. The Human Story offers a powerful, walk-through exhibition experience in the city.
Easter in Perth is all about indulgence, from a city-wide hot cross bun crawl to standout dining experiences. Highlights include the Easter Seafood Feast at Pearla & Co., a refined long lunch at Lil’s with spritzes and Italian-inspired sharing plates, and a premium degustation at Wildflower. For something more relaxed, Strange Company is hosting a lively Easter Sunday session with live music, oysters and wine.
Titanic. The Human Story is the must-see cultural experience this month, offering an immersive look into the lives of passengers through recreated spaces and artefacts. The Art Gallery of Western Australia also remains a key cultural destination, showcasing a mix of Indigenous and contemporary works in the heart of the city.
The Fremantle International Street Arts Festival leads the lineup, with four days of live performances ranging from circus acts to street theatre. For a more intimate vibe, Strange Company’s Easter Sunday session combines live music with food and wine, while Subi Night Markets also feature roving performers and occasional outdoor movie nights.
Jurassic Kingdom: Deep Sea Titans is a clear favourite for families, with interactive dinosaur experiences, fossil digs and hands-on activities. The Fremantle International Street Arts Festival is also ideal for kids, offering free performances and plenty of unexpected moments throughout the streets. For something more relaxed, Barrack Square Markets provide a family-friendly Sunday outing with food, wellness activities and open space.
The Fremantle International Street Arts Festival is one of the best free events, with hundreds of performances across the long weekend. Subi Night Markets are another great option for a free night out, with live entertainment and a vibrant atmosphere. For a cultural fix, the Art Gallery of Western Australia offers free entry and a diverse range of exhibitions.
Looking ahead, the Revealed Aboriginal Art Market & Exhibition returns this April, bringing together more than 100 emerging Aboriginal artists across two major Perth Cultural Centre locations. The exhibition runs for several weeks, alongside a one-day market where visitors can purchase works directly from artists, making it a meaningful and highly anticipated cultural event.
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!
