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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 6th to Sunday 8th March) is looking hot to go. Scorching temps? Yes. But don’t let that keep you locked up in the aircon. 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
Sculpture By The Sea Paired With Ol’ Buoy Nights/Snacks con Amigos
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.
The exhibition’s return has also brought out some great food and drink offers from nearby gems that scream for a spot in your weekend schedule. Cottesloe’s fave beachside kiosk, Ol’ Buoy, has your cruisy sunset picnic sorted, with nights officially back on the menu as of this weekend. Choose from family-friendly faves like fish & chips, burgers and tacos, find a spot on the lawn, and settle in for the ultimate laidback evening. Or for something a little more refined, head straight to Indigo Oscar. The vibey Latin American-inspired venue is serving up a new Snacks con Amigos offering that’ll get you three snacky favourites for $30, washed down with $12 Idle Hands cocktails and, of course, that spectacular ocean-front view. Perfect for girls’ night!
Where: Cottesloe Beach
When: March 6th to 23rd
Cost: Sculpture By The Sea is free / Eats and drinks additional
Best For: Art lovers; Cultural experiences; Free events; Outdoor enthusiasts; Families; Girls’ nights
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.
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
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.
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Art, Culture & Performance
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, features 20 WA artists of different disciplines, including Rina Freiberg, Ariel Katzir, Julia Freiseisen, and Tarad Ceramics. It’s the perfect excuse for a coffee (or wine) date and a leisurely gallery scroll.
Where: Oxford Street Gallery, Mount Hawthorn
When: Until March 19th
Cost: Free
Best For: Art lovers; Exhibitions; Free events; Cultural experiences
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
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
Text Me When You Get Home
If you’ve ever walked home with your keys in hand, location sharing on and a friend ready on speed dial, you’ve probably sent the all-too-familiar message too: “Text me when you get home.” These small precautions are second nature for many women — a clear reminder that safety at night is not equally experienced. It’s this reality that inspired Casey Edmond to walk from sunset to sunrise along the Boorloo Bridge and Narrows Bridge Swan River loop, taking her final steps on International Women’s Day. The walk isn’t about amplifying fear; it’s about starting conversations, encouraging change and raising funds for education programs working towards a safer future for women. If you’re keen to get involved, you can either donate or join Casey on a section of the walk. Head here for all the details.
Where: Meeting at McCallum Park, Garland St, Victoria Park
When: Multiple rounds running from 5.30pm Saturday 7th March to 6.30am Sunday 8th March
Cost: Free to attend (registration essential)
Best For: Charity events
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
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
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
Sculpture By The Sea returns to Cottesloe Beach from March 6th to 23rd, bringing 70 large-scale artworks to the coastline for its 21st year. Joondalup Festival also lights up the north from March 7th to 22nd with immersive art, live performances and family-friendly moments. Titanic. The Human Story has officially docked in Perth, while Rooftop Movies continues to draw crowds high above Northbridge.
North 54 is launching Friday and Saturday dinner nights with a fresh snack-heavy menu and BYO drinks. Long Chim’s Slush & Crush parties are bringing $12 boozy slushies and DJs to Friday nights, while Pirate Life Perth is hosting free roaming snacks during Snacky Hour before Happy Hour kicks in. Over in Cottesloe, Tigerfish’s vinyl DJ nights are dialling up sunset cocktails and beachside energy.
Sculpture By The Sea offers a free, open-air art trail along Cottesloe Beach, showcasing local and international artists. Joondalup Festival features large-scale installations like Crystal People and Christine de Grancy’s A Day With David photographic exhibition. Mount Hawthorn’s new Oxford Street Gallery is also making its mark with DEBUT, spotlighting 20 emerging and mid-career WA artists.
Joondalup Festival delivers live performances, immersive cinema with Mamma Mia Immersive, and large-scale public art across the City of Joondalup. Coogee Live takes over the beach reserve from March 7th to 8th with a free sunset DJ set from The Presets, Fringe-quality entertainment and roving performers. Long Chim and Tigerfish are also hosting regular DJ-led nights for those chasing late-night energy.
Sculpture By The Sea makes for an easy family day out along Cottesloe Beach, with plenty of space to roam. Joondalup Festival includes all-ages programming and ticketed events designed for families, while Coogee Live packs in kids’ activities, the popular Bubble Canteen and big top entertainment. Rooftop Movies also offers a fun twist on a classic night at the cinema.
Sculpture By The Sea is completely free to explore along Cottesloe Beach. Coogee Live is another standout, offering a full weekend of free entertainment, live music and family-friendly activities. Pirate Life Perth’s Snacky Hour delivers complimentary roaming snacks every Friday from 4pm, while Yoga in the Park runs on a pay-what-you-feel basis at Hyde Park.
Subi Spritz returns to Subiaco from March 26th to 29th, bringing a Euro-inspired lineup of tastings, workshops, chef collaborations and spritz-fuelled parties. Expect long lunches, Mediterranean flavours and a stacked neighbourhood program that’s made for booking ahead.
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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