Come winter and many people tend to hibernate but winter in Perth offers a wild assortment of events that will fill the cooler months with memorable highlights.
It seems everyone is catered to – from history lovers who treasure the chance to step back in time to culture buffs who love to lose themselves in the magic of classical music.
Then there are town fairs and festivals that exude a wonderful sense of community, as well as food and wine shows that will tempt even the most discerning of gourmets.
So shake the winter blues, get out the calendar and mark down all the events that appeal to you. By getting out and about at this time of the year you’ll soon find yourself treasuring winter and its many delights.
July 2008 Events
August 2008 Events
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Stitched and Bound 2008
4 July - 3 August
‘Stitched and Bound’ showcases some of the best examples of contemporary quilting in Western Australia.
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A Dying Art
4 July - 3 August
A special display of textiles incorporating natural fungi dyes presented in conjunction with workshops and artists talks for the Mundaring Shire’s Truffle Festival. More info... |
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City of Joondalup NAIDOC Week Celebrations
6 to 13 July
Join in this week-long program of activities, celebrating Indigenous culture. Program includes free entertainment, children’s activities, workshops and cultural displays. More info... |
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NAIDOC Family Day
Thursday 10 July
Everyone is welcome to enjoy a day of free activities, rides, great entertainment, stalls, lunch, refreshments and much more to celebrate NAIDOC family fun day More info... |
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Made on the Left Marketplace
12th July
Made on the Left is a celebration of handmade products and art, made on the left side of Australia. Free is entry and the event is being held at the Hyde Park Hotel.
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Seafood and Shiraz Weekend
11 to 13 July
Various restaurants within the Swan Valley will combine premium Swan Valley Shiraz with robust, tasty seafood dishes. A unique combination that is bound to impress your tastebuds. More info... |
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Mundaring Truffle Festival
1-3 August
A chance to taste, smell and learn more about the prized black truffle. Festival events include children's art workshops, truffle cooking classes and a huge Sunday gourmet produce market. More info... |
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Northam’s Avon River Festival
Friday 1 August
A social event for the whole family to enjoy with live entertainment, main street float parade, markets, carnival rides, show bags and more. More info... |
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It’s Yates Springtime at Araluen
2 August to 29 September
“It’s Yates Springtime at Araluen” is one of the most popular events on the WA gardening calendar. It features over 100,000 stunning massed tulips as well as other spring blooms.
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Toodyay International Food Festival
Saturday 2 August
Deciding what to eat will be the only difficult part of your day! Set on the banks of the river you can sit back with your lunch and a glass of wine and a range of music and dance.
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Avon Descent
2 & 3 August
Watch the thrills and spills of the world's longest white water event. Spread over two days and covering 133km, the race begins at Northam. More info... |
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Avon Descent Community Day
Sunday 3rd August
Cheer on the competitors as they head towards the finish line of the gruelling 133km race. Lots of entertainment to keep the whole family entertained throughout the day. More info... |
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City of Bayswater Avon Descent Finish line Event
Sunday 3 August
The City’s finish line event celebrates the Avon Descent competitor’s achievements at the completion of the race, as well as providing a fun day outdoors by the river. More info... |
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Perth Hills Wine Show
Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 August
The Perth Hills Wine Show is the only wine show in Western Australia where visitors can taste and buy the wines, and learn about the region. More info... |
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Road Works
8 August to 7 September
This exhibition interprets the significance of the Great Eastern Highway and its on-going relationship to the hills community through a variety of two and three dimensional artworks. More info... |
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Beverley Agricultural Show
16th August
The 132nd annual show will be held at the Town Oval in Beverley from 9am, all are welcome to attend. Fireworks display starts at 7pm.
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Ballajura-Malaga Rotary Club Annual Fair
17th August
The Rotary Club of Ballajura-Malaga is holding its Annual Fair which is designed to give enjoyment to the whole family with multicultural displays, dancing, clowns, fair ground activities, craft, food & novelty stalls & more.
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Pampering Day at Verissima House
Saturday 23 August
Come for a relaxing rejuvenating experience with treatments of your choice including
Massage, Reflexology, Warm Stone Therapy, Clairvoyant Readings and lots more.
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