Perth For Everyone: Annual Festivals and Events

Annual Festivals & Events

January: Australia Day Skyworks. Celebrated on January 26 in the Swan River, this is usually the most popular events of Perth's annual calendar. Skyworks bring more than 350,000 people each year to King's Park and the Swan River in the bank to watch the laser show and fireworks display at night. Fireworks will be launched from a number of places, including the city's skyscrapers, Narrows Bridge, and from the Swan River and Swan Bell Tower.

February: Perth International Arts Festival. This is the biggest and oldest in Australia a multi-arts festival. Series of events is known with different names, including the 'Festival of Festivals' and the' Edinburgh of the South ', and consists of nine related festivals all operating under the umbrella PIAF. The most famous include Fremantle International Jazz Festival, Mandurah International Opera Festival, Perth International Writers Festival and the Johnnie Walker River, which is a local festival of contemporary music.

March: A Taste of the Valley Festival. Held throughout the Swan Valley, it highlights the best products in the valley. Art, food, music and wine is the centre of attention for more than six weeks. Characteristics of the valley, including the quality of wine, olives, cheese, fresh products, chocolate and jam, plus art exhibitions, music, performances and other types of entertainment.

April: Claisebrook Carnival. Held in a park along the river, this carnival is planned to coincide with the annual school holidays. This is a fun day for families, children can learn how kites and all people can enjoy music played by a local band. On the day of the highlights is undoubtedly the dragon boat races and fireworks at the end of the night.

April: Festival of the Maples. A street festival to celebrate the Coming of the Maples on Saturday last April. Many vendors from local Maple Syrup, Maple candy, and other Maple treats fill the streets with their booths. Buffalo burgers, beaver tails, and other festival treats can have from one end of town to the other. Local traders usually have five feet to complete the sale of the entire festival activities.

April: Empty Bowls Project. Together with the Festival of the Maples, check potter Jackie Seaton's "Empty Bowl" project in front of the Riverguild Fine Crafts 51 Gore Street East. This project will help raise money for the food trade in the River Perth Food Bank and the Youth Centre (Yak). Jackie Seaton work with chefs from local restaurants. Choose a bowl made by Jackie and can be filled with hot soup. For a donation (suggested $ 20), you can eat soup and vegetables to take home. Whenever you use the vegetables in the future will be expected to reflect briefly on the reality of hunger in our society.

April: Annual Perth Museum Spring Art Show and Sale. A month long exhibition on different art by local talents on various mediums. There is something for everyone's taste and budget. A percentage of each sale go toward maintaining the Perth Museum's collection. Elegant Matheson House of Perth won the Museum is located in downtown heritage Perth.

June: Fremantle Heritage Festival. This is the perfect opportunity to learn about the history of the area while visiting some of Fremantle's most famous buildings. You can also take part in seminars and workshops, and enjoy the art exhibitions, film screenings many children and activities.

July: Stewart Park Festival. Three-day free music can be enjoyed in peace Stewart Park on the back of city hall. Usually 20 or more actions to provide entertainment for every taste. A food fair with crafts and children's entertainment is a must visit event. Festival which was held this year July 20, 21 and 22. Do not forget to plan to stay after the festival hours after the session at the Downtown Bar and Pub.

August: Balingup Carnival and Medieval Fayre. This festival allows you to move back in time, because you see the city transform Balingup century to the village for one day. Roaming is the way the king and queen, Knights, jesters and fair maidens galore. Wandering minstrels and street theatre performances are also in hand for your entertainment. Children enjoy the Punch and Judy shows and jousting Knights. During the mid-afternoon, a colourful group of performers and musicians parade through the city.

August: Garlic Festival. Fairgrounds in Perth is the site for a local vendor garlic and garlic products to display their wares. You should try garlic ice cream! Roasted garlic spread on low to make a hamburger gourmet treats. Showing handicrafts and other products to make this another must see event in Perth.

September: Perth Royal Show. This event was held at the Claremont Show basis, and for an agricultural, horticultural, industrial, technology, and mineral resources of Western Australia. The whole family will enjoy demonstrations, exhibition work, competitions and shows the side that has everything from animals to wine.

October: Artrage Festival. This innovative arts festival celebrated alternative scenery of Perth, which displays various collections from local and regional artists for three weeks in October. Experimental and innovative art is the focus. The centre of a performance in music, comedy and theatre. Visual arts, multi-media and the word is used all the presentations offered. In the Perth Cultural Centre is a place for many theatrical performances.
Perth Autumn Studio Tour. Local craftspeople open their studios and invite guests to enjoy the autumn colours as they travel from one studio to another.

November: Fremantle Festival. Held at the end of November each year, the event consists of a variety of comedy festivals, music and dance to visual art exhibitions and crafts. Entertainers are often regional and festival-goers themselves. Sporting event is also a popular component, such as the Fremantle Festival Parade lottery.

December: RAC Channel Seven Christmas Pageant. Thousands of spectators fill the streets of Perth in December to see the parade and procession. Children and adults alike enjoy the spectacle of colour, including floats, costume groups, performance artists and Clowns. No doubt, kids' favourite is Santa Clause, but many local television personalities and sports stars also feature prominently.

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