Kinda by accident, but below you’ll find not one, not two, but three awesome events coming up in Perth that will be free to attend — and they ain’t you’re run of the mill fare either! We’re talking Australian exclusive photography exhibitions, Easter long weekend street festivals, and a dance party hosted by one of our absolute favourite DJs.
Having just been stung by the dentist (get your teeth checked!), a skin specialist (get your moles checked!), and a bigger than expected water bill (dunno what’s going on here), today I am feeling particularly grateful for the quality of free-to-attend events Perth has to offer.
Troy Mutton, Editor-In-Chief, Perth is OK!
EAT & DRINK
Crown’s Urban Food District opens
ICYMI: Crown’s Urban Food District has officially opened its doors, after months of teasing the tasty delights within.
Alongside LA cult fave Eggslut’s new burger joint, Las Vegas eateries Side Piece Pizza and sushi bar Tekka, plus local eatery Saigon Story from Bunn Mi chef/owner and Masterchef alum Jenny Lam, between winning streaks you’ll also get to tuck into food truck Taco Daddy’s Mexican street tacos (their first brick and mortar location!), Jom Kopitiam’s well-loved Malaysian fare, and slurp down some Chatime bubble tea (opening soon).
“Offering a mix of street food favourites and bold flavours designed for every taste, the Urban Food District is set to become one of Perth’s hottest destinations,” said Crown Perth CEO Brian Pereira. “With plenty of major Perth events around the corner, it’s going to be the perfect spot for late night bites, catching up with friends and soaking in the vibrant atmosphere.”
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NEWS
Freo's huge (and free) street theatre festival returns this Easter long weekend
Australia's largest street arts festival is about to land back in Freo for a long weekend of death-defying acrobatics and whimsical theatre performances.
SPONSORED
Great Food, Better Mood: Elizabeth Quay is the place to drink and dine this month
Running until February 22, the campaign is all about bringing people together to to eat, drink and enjoy the Quay – with rewards, major prizes, and some very tempting food specials along the way.
WHAT’S ON
A rare, David Bowie photo exhibition is coming to Perth
For the first time in Australia, Christine de Grancy’s intimate photographic series A Day with David will be exhibited at Joondalup Contemporary Art Gallery, documenting a quiet and deeply human moment in the icon’s life.
EAT & DRINK
Feral Brewing’s new Mexican Lager lands in four local bars
It’s called Endless Summer – and instead of just dropping it into a few fridges around town, they’ve handed exclusive kegs to four Perth bars and told them to get creative with four — we can confirm — delicious cocktails.
TODAY/TONIGHT
2 for 1 pizza night at Cosy Del’s
To celebrate the recent launch of their takeaway pizzas, Cosy Del’s in Lathlain is serving up 2 for 1 pizzas every Thursday night! To be enjoyed in the restaurant or taken home and enjoyed on the couch!
WHAT’S ON
The Last Dance: Perth Festival closing out with huge free party hosted by Ningaloo Records
When Perth Festival 2026 winds down at the end of this month, there’ll be one last dancefloor calling.
On Saturday 28 February, the East Perth Power Station will light up for the Perth Festival 2026 Closing Party — a free-entry soirée by the Derbarl Yerrigan that promises sunset sounds and serious crate-digging energy.
Handpicked by local tastemaker Ningaloo Records and partner in crime Daniel ‘Ruff Jams’ Dalton, the night is all about celebrating another stellar Festival season with the people who make Boorloo’s creative community tick.
Expect a swirling exchange of music, movement and riverside atmosphere as the sun drops and the speakers warm up.
Image Credit: NASA
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Throwback Thursday
On (almost) this day 64 years ago (Feb 20), US astronaut John Glenn flew over WA while aboard Friendship-7. To mark the occasion the people of Perth and Rockingham said hello by switching their lights on, which Glenn was able to see from space!
And that’s why Perth is known as “The city of light”.