Ready to kickstart your weekend? We've tracked down your weekly heaping of good times in Perth/Boorloo.
Festivals, cheap eats, markets, and more are all ripe for the filling of that social calendar, and your stomach. The real question is how many of these can you fit into one week? Here are some of the best things to do this weekend in Perth.
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What's On Thursday 15 May
Spice & Vine: Miss Mi X Amelia Park Wine Dinner
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Take a journey through the spices of Southeast Asia complemented by award-winning Amelia Park wines at Miss Mi’s exquisite wine dinner. The menu includes five-courses of vibrant Miss Mi dishes, served share-style. Each course is carefully crafted by Chef Alex De Leon and paired with a different wine from pristine regions around Western Australia, including Margaret River and Frankland River.
Bottles will be available to purchase on the night, and every order has the chance to win a bottle of wine from Amelia Park’s exclusive Museum Collection. Book here to secure your spot at the table.
What's On Friday 16 May
Meet The Cousins: Tassie Edition At Good Company
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Step out of the WA comfort zone and let Good Company show you a thing or two about Tasmanian wines. We’ve got it pretty good here with Margs right around the corner, but trust them - Tassie has some absolute gems and they’re showcasing it together with a paired three course share-style menu.
With special guest Chris Masten from Off The Vine talking you through each wine, you’ll learn a bit more about six wines from the sometimes forgotten little cousin Tassie, featuring wines from Moorilla Estate, Domaine A, and Ghost Rock Winery. Book here now.
Havana Brown Live at Running With Thieves
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Known for her chart-topping hits and electrifying global performances, DJ Havana Brown is stripping it back for this exclusive one-night-only free Boiler Room event, bringing fans into the heart of the music with an underground vibe that’s set to shake the walls of Running with Thieves.
What's On Saturday 17 May
South West Craft Beer Festival
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Get ready for the ultimate beer celebration as the South West Beer Festival returns to Aravina Estate this Saturday. With a surfing theme inspired by the world-class Margaret River Pro, they’re bringing together the best waves and brews for a one-of-a-kind beer festival experience. Immerse yourself in surf culture as you sip through 25+ of the best breweries the South West has to offer.
Cheeky Monkey Brewing Co Beer Degustation at Beer Corner
Get ready for a flavour-packed afternoon as Petition Kitchen teams up with Cheeky Monkey Brewing Co for a one-off beer degustation. Expect a delicious lineup of mouth-watering dishes, each perfectly paired with Cheeky Monkey’s bold brews, each crafted using the finest ingredients and a whole lot of love! Book your seat, bring your mates, and raise a glass to good times and great beer, where Cheeky Monkey Brewing Co is made for the moment!
Twilight Tails at Songbird Bar
Songbird Bar introduces Twilight Tails, a new cocktail series that brings celebrated bartenders from around the world to Perth for a curated lineup of one-night-only experiences.
The series launches on Saturday with an exclusive takeover by internationally acclaimed bartender Shingo Gokan and his team from The SG Tavern in Tokyo. Savour signature cocktails from The SG Tavern, sister bar to The SG Club in Tokyo, ranked number 54 on The World’s 50 Best Bars 2024 and number 23 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars. For one unforgettable evening, experience the vibrancy of Tokyo’s bar scene brought to life in Perth. Book here now.
What's On Sunday 18 May
Kaya at Yagan Square
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Building on the success of its debut event in 2024, KAYA returns to Yagan Square with an extended program celebrating the enduring spirit of Noongar culture through sound, storytelling and striking visuals. In celebration of National Reconciliation Week, this free event invites audiences on a journey through the ancient paths of Noongar Boodjar, with feature performances from some of WA’s most talented Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists. Register here for your free ticket.
Guildford Medieval Fayre
Come hither, one and all, unto the Guildford Medieval Fayre in the kingdom of Historic Guildford Town. Dress to impress in your finest Medieval garb and be transported back to the Middle Ages. Explore the vibrant realm of Medieval hobbies, crafts, and trades, and enjoy a lively array of activities suitable for all ages. Embrace the enchanting melodies of talented musicians and wandering minstrels as you feast on fabulous food and discover over 100 eclectic market stalls filled with Medieval-inspired and artisan treasures.
All Weekend
UnWined Perth 2025 at Supreme Court Gardens
Perth’s ultimate winter wine festival is taking place this weekend at the Supreme Court Gardens for two days of flavour, fun, and celebration. Whether you’re a seasoned wine lover or simply looking for a unique way to spend your weekend, UnWined Perth offers the perfect blend of indulgence and atmosphere. Sample, sip, snack, and soak it all in, under the trees, under the stars, and surrounded by the best of WA.
Gracie Abrams at RAC Arena
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GRAMMY®-nominated singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams is bringing her highly anticipated The Secret of Us Tour to RAC Arena this weekend. Fresh off selling out 23 shows in North America and dropping a chart-topping album, Gracie is well and truly an artist not to be missed.
Margaret River Pro
The 2025 tour returns to Margaret River for 10 days from 17 May and once again the event will be positioned as the mid-season decider. This means you can expect to see the world’s best surfers put everything on the line to advance to the second half of the world tour. The event hub has a true festival vibe with big screens showing replays, expert commentary, food trucks and merchandise stands. But perhaps best of all, young hopefuls can get up close and personal with their surfing stars who take their time after each heat to chat to groms who line the walkway to collect autographs and selfies.
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