Perth - What's On When?

January - City of Perth Australia Day Skyworks (26 Jan 2012)

The country's largest Australia Day community event with an air show, regatta, music festival, family entertainment and more before fireworks at 8pm.

February - Perth International Arts Festival (10 Feb - 3 Mar 2012)

Over 200 events with more than 1000 performers takes place during three weeks, showcasing film, literature, music, theatre and more to 300000+ patrons.

March - Future Music Festival (4 Mar 2012)

Future Music festivals have a glittering line-up of dance luminaries and emerging talent. Takes place at the Arena Joondalup, just north of Perth city.

April - Polo in the Valley (22 Apr 2012)

Watch six polo teams compete in three games across different skill levels, plus a fashion show, activities and more at Duncraig Stud, Houghton's Winery.

May - Stretch Festival (4 - 6 May 2012)

This community arts and culture festival brings live music, a circus, a parade, exhibitions and art to Mandurah, just south of Perth.

June - WAMED Festival (1 - 4 Jun 2012)

A festival of Middle Eastern dance with a cocktail party, fashion parade, workshops, gala events and a bazaar across various venues.

July - Revelation Perth International Film Festival (5 - 15 Jul 2012)

A wide spectrum of films, especially more independent, underground and alternative works, are screened at The Astor theatre, Mount Lawley.

August - The Perth Show (3 - 4 Aug 2012)

This agricultural show has expanded to include entertainment, sheep shearing, wood cutting and sideshows among the judging and awards.

September - Parklife (30 Sep 2012)

This cutting-edge music party in Wellington Square park is a regular fixture in the nation's early spring schedule and a hot ticket for the region's youth.

October - Fright Nights at Adventure World (28 - 29 Oct 2012)

A Halloween special held at this theme park with rides that are adapted and dressed for the occasion, with a discount to customers in spooky dress.

November - Heritage Perth Heritage Days (TBC Nov 2012)

Garden tours, guided walks, performances, exhibitions and more free activities are held to educate visitors and give everyone a chance to explore the city.

December - City of Perth Christmas Funfair (TBC Dec 2012)

This festive funfair includes live music, special children's rides and Santa, with an ideal city centre location at Forrest Place.