About Perth Festivals

(Perth, Western Australia, WA, Australia)

Perth is known for its friendly and fun-loving locals, who enjoys its impressive selection of annual festivals, outdoor entertainment and parades.

Popular festivals in Perth include the following events.

Annual Perth Festivals

• January: Perth Cup, horse racing held at the beginning of the month
• February: Perth International Arts Festival, cultural event with concerts, dancing and film screenings
• February: Heineken Classic, many international golf championship
• April: Claisebrook Carnival, carnival parades which take place at Claisebrook Cove on the eastern side of the city
• June: West Week, with celebrations based around the history Western Australia, with many family activities and cultural events



• September: Perth Show, taking place at the end of the month, with agricultural stalls and demonstrations
• October: Perth Gay Pride March, lasting a whole month from the beginning of October, with many gay and lesbian celebrations
• October: Midland Folk Festival, with a host of family fun over two days
• December: Shakespeare in the Park, outdoor theatrical event held at King's Park

Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre
21 Mounts Bay Rd, Perth WA 6000, Australia
Tel: +61 8 9338 0300
Website: www.pcec.com.au/