Don’t hibernate this Winter. Rug up and head into the city for a month of activities, events and entertainment. There’s something for everyone with free school holiday entertainment, live performances, belly warming food and beverage offers and lots more. Here are our top picks for family friendly things to do and see while in the city this winter June 30th – July 29th.
Don’t forget to share your favourite Winter Fest pics using #winterfestperth.
Winter Fest Theatre Cost: FREE (Tickets Required) When: June 30th – July 15th Where: Forrest Place Forrest Place will be turned into a theatrical hub this school holidays with acrobats, magicians, comedians, singers, dancers and jugglers to delight families in a series of free shows, live on stage. Shows include Dr Hubble Bubbles, Splat!, The Sprites, Rainy Day Caberet, Balloonies, Kidding Around! and Falling Up. This is a free event, however tickets are required to be obtained from Oztix for admittance. Tickets are availalbe now from winterfesttheatre.oztix.com.au . Don’t delay tickets are limited.
Winter Fest Disney Binge Cost: FREE When: July 22nd Where: Perth Town Hall Snuggle up indoors for a full day of Disney movies on the big screen. Watch one, watch them all. All the moves are rated G and include Finding Nemo, Bambi, 101 Dalmations and more. There are 200 bean bags available, plus a coffee vendor with warm drinks to keep the whole family toastie warm. There is free popcorn for each person too (while supplies last). See the full screening schedule at www.visitperthcity.com .
Snow Mall Cost: FREE When: June 30th, Every Fri July, Every Sat & Sun July Where: Hay Street Mall (West End) Wander Hay Street Mall through the wonder of make believe snow. 10 min snow fall sessions with three sessions per hour. For snowfall session times go to www.visitpertcity.com .
Own Your Own Impact Cost: FREE When: July 4th – 6th Where: Carillon City Kids Zone (next to Pancakes Carillon) Create your own unique #byobag to take home with you. More information at www.visitperthcity.com .
Children’s Workshops and Performances Cost: FREE (some events require tickets for entry) When: July 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 28th & 29th Where: Winter Fest Dome Yagan Square Enjoy family fun and activity with a range of ballet workshops, circus workshops, science workshops and live performances by Scitech, Libby Hammer, The WA Ballet, Circus WA, Bizircus & Rock n Toddle. These workshops and events are free and some require free tickets to be obtained online for entry. Find the Winter Fest Dome entertainment schedule and the link to free tickets at www.visitperthcity.com .
Giant Ball Pit Cost: FREE When: June 30th – July 11th Where: Winter Fest Dome Yagan Square Ever seen 50,000 white ‘snow balls’ in one the one place at the one time? Well here’s your chance. Bring your friends and family and jump in this giant ball pit. You’ll have a ball! Find more information about session times at www.visitperthcity.com .
Ivy & Jack Kids Eat Free in the Holidays Cost: up to 2 kids eat free per dining adult* When: June 30th – July 15th Where: 788 Hay St, Perth You are bound to work up an appetite while you explore the city’s Winter Fest entertainment, artworks and activities, so pop into Ivy & Jack for Kids Eat Free*, kids movies, colouring in and chill out area with bean bags. Find more information and full kids eat free T&Cs at www.visitperthcity.com .
Winter Fest Art Installations Explore the city and discover a range of winter themed art installations at various locations around the city. Don’t miss the Winter Constellation at Enex in Hay Street, Cloud Canopy also in Hay Street, LED Rainbow under the Horeshoe Bridge at Yagan Square, Winter Wellies giant gumboots at QV1, Winter Tunnel at Cathedral Square, Rainbow Lane Shaft Lane and more. Don’t forget to use #winterfestperth to share your arty snaps. Find more information at www.visitperthcity.com .
Skating At Festival Cost: $16 – $24 per person When: June 30th – July 29th Where: Elizabeth Quay Enjoy a unique winter wonderland experience with ice skating suitable for all skating levels that also includes, ice slides, jumping castle and delicious food & drink options. Find more information and a link to book tickets at www.visitperthcity.com .
This and so, so, so much more is happening in the city these July Winter School Holidays. Head to www.visitperhcity.com for all the information you need to plan your day or evening out at Winter Fest, June 30th – July 29th. Don’t forget to use #winterfestperth to share your favourite Winter Fest photos.
We make every effort to ensure all this information is up to date but should be used as a guide only. Events do get cancelled or changed and venues can close without notice. Always follow the links provided for up to date information on an event or activity. If you know of a change or cancellation we’ve missed then please contact us to let us know.
