Easter in Perth: Family-Friendly Fun These School Holidays

Easter in Perth: Family-Friendly Fun These School Holidays

by | Mar 23, 2026 | School Holidays, Travelling with Kids

Easter in Perth is all about sunshine, chocolate, and keeping the kids entertained. Whether you’re planning a day out in the city or a full family staycation, there’s no shortage of egg-citing activities happening around Perth these school holidays.

Here’s our guide to the best Easter events in the Perth CBD and surrounds:

Easter Markets @ The Quay | Elizabeth Quay

Saturday 4 April | 3pm – 8pm

Head down to Elizabeth Quay for a vibrant Easter market experience along the waterfront. Make the most of the Autumn sunshine while you explore artisan stalls, sweet treat, and plenty of family-friendly entertainment. With face painting, roving performers, live music, and a visit by the Easter Bunny, it’s the perfect place to pick-up an Easter-themed gift and let the kids soak up the atmosphere (and maybe a sugar rush too).

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Easter Egg Hunt | The Bell Tower

Friday 3 April – Sunday 19 April | 10am – 4pm

Visit the Bell Tower these school holidays and join in their Easter Egg Hunt! Kids can explore the tower to find the hidden eggs, unscramble the letters and go in the draw to win a family Chiming Experience voucher! (Participation for ticket holders only).

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Easter Basket Weaving & Egg Hunt | Kings Park

Wednesday 8 & 15 April | 10am – 11:30am

Head to Kings Park & Botanic Garden for a wholesome Easter activity that’s equal parts creative and fun! Kids will starts by weaving their own Easter basket, before putting it to good use with an Egg Hunt through the Rio Tinto Naturescape.

Suitable for ages 4+, tickets are $25 per child (must be accompanied by an adult).

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Easter Eggstravaganza | Raine Square

Saturday 28 March, Wednesday 1 April, Saturday 4 April | 10:30am – 1:30am

Big kids and little kids can join in the fun with an all ages Easter Egg Hunt at Raine Square! Search for hidden treasures & colourful eggs, and discover delightful surprises along the way with this festive event for all ages.

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Bunny Academy | Holiday Inn Perth City Centre

From Friday 3 April | All Day

If you’re staying with us over Easter, then there’s even more fun waiting back at the hotel!

Our little guests have the opportunity to become fully qualified Easter Bunnies with our Bunny Academy! Kids can follow hidden clues around the hotel, complete their activity sheet, and finish their mission with a chocolatey reward and graduation certificate.

And the Easter fun doesn’t stop there! Wake-up to hot cross buns at our buffet breakfast, helping you fuel up for a day of exploring (or straight back in for seconds, no judgement here!). Plus, we heard a rumour that the Easter Bunny might be joining us for breakfast on Easter Sunday, so better keep an eye out…

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Where to stay for Easter in Perth

With so much happening around the CBD, the Easter school holidays is the perfect excuse to turn a day out into a mini city escape for you and the family.

Booking a stay at Holiday Inn Perth City Centre puts you right in the heart of it all, with family-friendly rooms and plenty of little touches to make travelling with kids a breeze.

Plus, book your stay at least 14 days in advance and you can enjoy buffet breakfast for just $1 per person! So what are you waiting for? Book your April family staycation now and make the most of the school holidays in the city.

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Where to celebrate Lunar New Year in Perth

Where to celebrate Lunar New Year in Perth

by | Feb 6, 2026 | Events, Perth, School Holidays, Summer, Travelling with Kids

Lunar New Year, sometimes known as Chinese New Year, brings a buzz to Perth like no other, filling the city up with colour, culture and celebration! Starting on 17 February 2026, Lunar New Year is celebrated across many Asian cultures and marks a time of fresh beginnings, togetherness and joy. The festivities stretch across 15 days, transforming the city with cultural performances, pop-up markets and celebrations – all best experienced when you’re staying right in the heart of the action.

In 2026, the Year of the Horse gallops in with energy and excitement, setting the tone for a lively season of celebration. Those born in the Year of the Horse (2026, 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966) are said to be confident, responsible, and free-spirited.

From Northbridge to Elizabeth Quay, here’s where to experience the best Lunar & Chinese New Year events in Perth in 2026.

Perth Festival ‘Under The Red Lanterns | East Perth Power Station

Saturday 14 February | From 4pm

Celebrate Lunar New Year under the glow of the red lanterns with this FREE family-friendly event at Casa Musica with lion dancers, live music and more. Wear red – a colour symbolizing luck, happiness and prosperity – and join in an unforgettable night of music, tradition and celebration.

Under The Red Lanterns brings together Perth’s largest Southeast Asian line-up for a night that honours tradition while celebrating contemporary talent. Enjoy acts from Linh & William, Flying Kik, Kurt Carrera, and DJ Lima Brightlove, as well as a traditional performance from the Yaolin Kung Fu Dragon & Lion Dance Association.

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Terracotta Warriors Closing Festival | WA Museum Boola Bardip

Tuesday 17 – Friday 2- February | 5pm-9pm

Visit the WA Museum Boola Bardip and celebrate the Lunar New Year with the closing week of their most successful exhibition yet – Terracotta Warriors: Legacy of the First Emperor. From 5pm each night, enjoy the FREE closing festival celebration outside the main entrance featuring different performances, live music, DJ’s, a photo booth and more. Grab yourself a refreshing drink or a bite to eat from one of the various food trucks and view the Lanterns of Terracotta Warriors, before making the most of the extended exhibition entry with your last chance to see Emperor Qin Shihuan’s Terracotta Warriors as well as over 225 ancient artefacts and cultural treasures before they leave Perth (tickets required for exhibition entry, last entry 7:30pm).

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Lunar New Year Markets @ The Quay | Elizabeth Quay

Saturday 21 February | 3pm-8pm

Celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse with vibrant markets, delicious food, and traditional performances at the Lunar New Year Markets @ The Quay. Explore the artisan market stalls offering delicious street eats to unique handmade treasures, before being captivated by traditional lion dancing and drum performances from 6:45pm. Add your hopes for the year ahead to the Lunar New Year Wishing Tree, and keep an eye out for fortune cookie giveaways for messages of prosperity and gift cards!

Can’t make it to the markets? Wander down to Elizabeth Quay at 6:45pm any night from Sunday 17 – Sunday 22 February to catch the live lion and dragon performances every evening.

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Lunar New Year in the Square | Yagan Square

Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 February | 4:30pm-6:30pm

The Yagan Square precinct is coming to life with colourful lanterns, festive decorations and spectacular cultural performances. Kicking off the celebrations for the Year of the Horse at 4:30pm is a traditional lion dance, followed by a high-energy K-Pop performance by the Diversity Perth Dance Studio.

Kick back, relax, and enjoy a delicious meal or drink at one of Yagan Squares many bars and restaurants while you enjoy this celebration of culture, community, and creativity.

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Perth Chinese New Year Fair | Northbridge

Sunday 22 February | 12pm-9pm

The annual Chinese New Year Fair, presented by the Chung Wah Association, is arguably one of Perth’s biggest CNY events – and is not one to be missed! Taking place along James Street and Lake Street in Northbridge, the fair offers a rich and immersive experience filled with culture, colour and entertainment.

Visitors can make the most of multicultural food stalls, cultural arts & craft workshops, competitions, community stalls, games and more, as well as traditional lion and dragon dances and an exciting program of live performances.

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Where to stay for Lunar New Year in Perth

With Lunar New Year celebrations spread across the Perth CBD from Northbridge to Elizabeth Quay, staying in the heart of the city makes it easy to experience it all without worrying about transport, parking, or missing a moment. From night markets and cultural performances to family-friendly events and late-night festivities, everything is just a short walk or ride away from Holiday Inn Perth City Centre.

Start the Year of the Horse off right with a city stay that puts you right at the heart of all the action. Whether you’re planning a summer getaway, weekend staycation, or attending one of the many Lunar New Year events, staying in the Perth CBD means more time celebrating and less time travelling.

Book your stay at Holiday Inn Perth City Centre and enjoy the best of Perth’s Lunar New Year events right at your doorstep.

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Your Ultimate Guide to Christmas in Perth

Your Ultimate Guide to Christmas in Perth

by | Nov 26, 2025 | Events, Perth, School Holidays, Summer, Travelling with Kids

The festive season is officially here, and Perth CBD is sparkling with Christmas cheer! From twinkling lights and festive markets to magical Santa experiences and family-friendly activities, the city has something for everyone. We’ve put together the ultimate guide to Christmas events and activities in Perth CBD so you can make the most of the season, whether you’re planning a fun family outing, a festive date, or just soaking up the holiday spirit.



Santa Mailbox | Holiday Inn Perth City Centre

Until 24 December 2025

Have you been good this year? Whether you’re heading into the city to see the Christmas Lights Trail, shopping for gifts, or attend one of the many festive events across the silly season – make sure to stop by Holiday Inn Perth City Centre to send off your letters to Santa! Located in the lobby of the hotel, right across the road from Stop #8 ‘Geome Tree’ of the Christmas Lights Trail, get your wish-list sent express to the North Pole with the big red Santa Mailbox.

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Rio Tinto Christmas Lights Trail | Perth CBD

28 November – 28 December

Prepare to be dazzled by 22 amazing light installations brightening up the City across 31 nights this festive season with the Rio Tinto Christmas Lights Trail! Enjoy festive entertainment and performances through the City on select nights, including visits from Santa Claus himself! Walk the full trail to see all 22 amazing light installations, or take the family friendly ‘Merry Mile’ – either way, you’ll be mesmerised as the malls, streets, and parks across Perth CBD are lit up with animated lights, projections and lively festivities!

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Christmas Perth Makers Market

Saturday 29 November | 4pm – 9pm

Jingle all the way to festive bliss at the Christmas Twilight Perth Makers Market! Featuring over 80 talented local artisans and stallholders, this special festive edition of the Perth Makers Market will feature live entertainment, food trucks, and handcrafted treasures – it’s the perfect place to start some Christmas shopping while supporting your local creators. Plus, we heard that Santa himself will be making a special appearance!

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Gold Santa | The Perth Mint

5 – 20 December | 10am – 2pm, Friday & Saturday

The Perth Mint is welcoming families to experience the magic of Christmas with Gold Santa making a return appearance! Get a complimentary digital photo taken by their professional photographer on Santa’s exquisite gold throne. Afterwards, why not join the Perth Mint Gold Tour, where you can see the world’s largest gold coin and experience a live gold pour! Then, explore their curated selection of Christmas gifts in the shop and find something special for everyone on your list. Santa in residence every Friday & Saturday from 5 Dec – 20 Dec, 10am – 2pm.

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Christmas Markets @ The Quay | Elizabeth Quay

Saturday 6 December | 3pm – 8pm

Discover the magic of Christmas at Markets @ the Quay! Whether you’re treating yourself or ticking off you Christmas shopping list, there’s something for everyone with over 60 local artisan stall holders offering everything from boutique jewellery and local fashion to art, beauty products and unique gifts. With free face painting, roaming elves, cheerful carols (and a visit from Santa himself!), it’s the perfect evening of festive fun!

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Alinta Energy Christmas Pageant | St Georges Terrace

Saturday 6 December | 7pm

A key Christmas event for many families across Perth, the 2025 Alinta Energy Christmas Pageant is a night you won’t forget! Featuring dazzling floats, roving performers, and a joyful parade that captures the spirit of Christmas, this beloved tradition delights all ages as it travels down St Georges Terrace. Make sure to keep an eye out for special appearances by your favourite Channel 7 stars, Fat Cat and Santa of course! Want to beat the traffic? Make a night of it and book a stay at Holiday Inn Perth City Centre and you’ll be moments away from all the action.

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Festive Lights @ The Quay | Elizabeth Quay

13 & 14 December | 5pm – 9pm

Over two festive nights, Elizabeth Quay is coming alive with Christmas spirit! Keep the whole family entertained with a variety of festive activities including roving performers, hula hoop workshops and sideshow alley. Don’t miss the main event, when a spectacular 500-piece drone show and fireworks light up the sky at 8:30pm!

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Carols in The City | Supreme Court Gardens

Saturday 20 December | 6:30pm

The ultimate family-friendly night out, get ready to sing along to all your favourite Christmas Carols at the Supreme Court Gardens! Head down early to grab yourself a picnic spot on the grass and make the most of the pre-show entertainment, with fun activities, Santa Land, food trucks and more! Plus, stay to the end to watch the amazing fireworks display at 9:15pm.

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Nativity Concert | Forrest Place

21 – 22 December | 6:30m – 8:30pm

The story of Christmas is brought to life under the stars at Forrest Place. Gather with your loved ones and celebrate the spirit of Christmas with sing-along carols performed by Perth choirs at the annual Christmas Nativity Concert.

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Perth Royal Show 2025: Your Guide to School Holiday Fun

Perth Royal Show 2025: Your Guide to School Holiday Fun

by | Sep 3, 2025 | Events, Perth, School Holidays, Travelling with Kids

The countdown is on! There’s not long to go until the Perth Royal Show returns to Claremont Showgrounds for 2025, from Saturday 27 September to Saturday 04 October. Whether it’s your first time going or a yearly family tradition, the Show is packed with family-friendly activities, entertainment and experiences to keep everyone busy these school holidays.

We’ve put together a guide for the best things to do at the Perth Royal Show for 2025, from crowd favourites to new additions, so you can make the most out of your trip this year.

 

Photo Credit: Perth Royal Show

The Yellow Brick Road is here to stay!

After being brought back in 2024 following a 6 year break, the Yellow Brick Road is officially here to stay in 2025! Arguably one of the shows most beloved and best-value experiences, the Yellow Brick Road offers a two-hour adventure trail blending fun, food, and learning for just $15 (valued at $50). Take home a branded Yellow Brick Road Backpack, as well as keepsakes, snacks, and more! While it’s especially designed for kids aged 5-12, it’s open to anyone who wants to have a bit of fun (plus – who’s gonna say no to 2-for-1 toasties from the dairy pavilion?).

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Food and Treats

Walking through the Showgrounds, it’s hard to escape the smell of sizzling chips, buttered corn, hot cinnamon doughnuts, and of course the classic dagwood dogs. Got a sweet tooth? There’s plenty of fairy floss and toffee apples to be found.

But this year there’s even more for foodies to enjoy. Introducing… Grazeland! A brand new food & drink precinct bringing together the best of WA’s flavours into one buzzing location. Think global cuisine, street food, exciting drinks and local specialties, all paired with live cooking demos and educational shows on the new Grazeland Stage. With indoor and outdoor areas to explore, it’s perfect for families, curious minds and more.

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Farmyard Fun!

WA’s farming community shines at the Perth Royal Show. Take a wander through the Animal Nursery and get up close and personal with a range of barnyard creatures. Cuddle a lamb, pat a pig, brush a bunny – the Animal Nursery is the perfect place for families, animal lovers, and anyone who enjoys getting up close with life on the farm!

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Animal Competitions

The Perth Royal Show is home to some of the state’s biggest agricultural and animal competitions. From livestock judging and horse jumping, to dog agility trails and the ever-popular cat judging competitions (if you’re on that side of TikTok) – these events showcase serious skill, dedication, and showmanship.

Whether you’re cheering for the champion cattle or checking out some fancy felines, these competitions are a fascinating glimpse into WA’s agricultural scene and run throughout the week of the Show.

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Don’t forget the Woodchopping!

It wouldn’t be the Perth Royal Show without woodchopping! Somehow, no one thinks they care about woodchopping until they’re standing in the crowd, completely hooked and cheering on competitors as they chop into giant logs with incredible speed and precision.

It’s raw strength, skill, and tradition on full display. Catch the action at the Woodchop Arena and Main Arena throughout the show – trust us, it’s addictive and you’ll end up watching waaaaay longer than you planned!

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Rides, Games, Prizes

Arguably one of the major highlights of going to the show is the rides. From heart-pounding thrill rides to nostalgic classics, there’s something for everyone! Take in the sights from the top of the Ferris wheel, scream your way through twisting roller coasters and haunted houses, or enjoy crowd favourites like teacups and bumper cars. Plus, try your luck at all of the classic carnival games in Sideshow Alley and take home some prizes! (Everyone wants to win one of those giant teddys).

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Showbags Galore

No trip to the Perth Royal Show is complete without a showbag (or three) to take home. From timeless favourites like the Bertie Beetle bag, to the latest TV, toy and fashion themed collections – there are hundreds of options to choose from with something for every age and budget. Check out this year’s line up here.

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Perth Royal Show Fireworks

Each night, the Perth Royal Show ends with a spectacular fireworks show lighting up the skies above Claremont Showgrounds. It’s a tradition that keeps visitors coming back year after year and the perfect way to wrap up a day of showbags, rides, and animals. Experience the dazzling display nightly at 8:15pm.

 

Family-Friendly Hotel Near the Perth Royal Show

Make your Perth Royal Show day out into a school-holiday getaway with a stay at Holiday Inn Perth City Centre. Located in the heart of Perth CBD, our hotel is just a short train ride away from the Showgrounds, so you don’t need to worry about traffic or parking.

Book your Perth family getaway today and enjoy a stress-free day out these September school holidays.

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Jack’s Journey

Jack’s Journey

by | Aug 22, 2025 | IHG, Perth

Some guests check in with luggage. Jack checked in without an owner, without a clue, and without a single word of explanation (he’s not much of a talker). This is the story of how a little toy dog captured our hearts, and half the world’s media while he was at it!

The discovery

Jack was first spotted tangled up in our laundry linen in late June. Saved by one of our Housekeepers, he sat patiently waiting in the Housekeeping office for his family to come rescue him. He looked so well loved, we were sure that someone would be back for him soon!

The search begins

Weeks passed, and yet no one seemed to be coming back for our lost dog. So we put the word out across social media in the hope that someone would recognise him! We named him ‘Jack’ and put him to work around the hotel in the meantime to keep him busy. The internet got behind him, and Jack quickly became part of the Holiday Inn team as we searched high and low, following every lead to try and find his rightful home.

jack hits the headlines

Somewhere along the way, Jack went from ‘lost toy’ to ‘local celebrity’. Then from local celebrity to ‘international media star’. People from all over the world were hearing about Jack’s story and wanting to help him find his pawrents!

He had features & interviews in:

jack explores perth & rottnest

In between his busy schedule of hotel life & interviews, Jack made time to see the sights. He’s had adventures all around Perth and even hopped on the ferry to Rottnest Island, where he blended right in with the locals (quokkas and all). By now, we reckon he’s definitely earned his status as an honourary Perth citizen!

did he find his family?

Despite all of our emails, phone calls, social media posts, press, and puppy-dog eyes – no one ever came forward to claim him. We chased every lead we could find, but Jack’s real family was no where to be found.

And so, there was only one solution: we adopted him ourselves! Jack is now officially part of the Holiday Inn Perth City Centre family. He’s staying close in-case his family ever comes back looking for him in the future, but for now? He’s home. Looks like he found us, instead of the other way around!

so… what’s next?

Don’t worry, Jack’s adventures aren’t over! He’ll be popping up around the hotel and keeping his fans updated from time to time while making the most of his new life in Perth. Who knows where you’ll spot him next?

To everyone who has shared his story, helped spread the word, or just cheered him on – thank you. You’ve helped turn a lost toy into a worldwide adventure.💚

Follow along on TikTok and Instagram to keep up with Jack’s next chapter!

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