With the last month of summer upon us, our social calendars are still enjoying the perks of early sunrises and balmy nights. Here are a few of the best things in Perth to add to your February hit list.
Perth Chinese New Year Fair
Revel in the colour, culture, and elation of the Perth Chinese New Year Fair, a street carnival in the heart of Northbridge. Celebrate the Year of the Snake with captivating cultural activities, wow-worthy performances, and a bustling array of market stalls offering flavours, crafts, and treasures from across Asia. It’s a joyful celebration that brings the community together in festive harmony.
Where: James Street and Yagan Square
When: February 1st and 2nd, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Super Bowl Watch Party at Optus Stadium
It’s touted as one of the biggest sporting events of the year and is known just as much for the half-time show as it is for the game itself. That’s right, we’re talking about the Super Bowl.
This year, Optus Stadium said “hold my beer” and has proceeded to plan out what will be the biggest Super Bowl watch party that Perth has seen.
They’re hosting it in the Sports Lounge at Optus Stadium with access to the seating bowl so you can also watch the game and half-time show on the Stadium Super Screens. It’ll also be live-streamed on all the screens in the Sports Lounge so no matter where you are, you won’t miss a second of the action. There’ll also be a live DJ to up the level of entertainment, a roaming photobooth, and some really sweet door prizes up for grabs.
This year’s half-time show will feature American rapper, Kendrick Lamar, which is sure to make it one of the best half-time shows yet. Last time Kendrick performed at the Super Bowl was the Super Bowl LVI halftime show alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, and Mary J. Blige.
Where: Sports Lounge at Optus Stadium
When: Monday, February 10th
Tickets: Available on the Optus Stadium website
Ballet at the Quarry
Ballet at the Quarry has been a highlight of the summer events calendar for a long time and this year will be no exception. This year’s production is titled The Wild Between Stars and, especially when combined with the location, and a night under the stars, it’s well worth adding to your February events calendar.
Where: Quarry Amphitheatre
When: From Friday, February 7th
Tickets: Available here.
Wildcats vs 36ers
The Perth Wildcats have guaranteed themselves playoff action off the back of a solid run led by Bryce Cotton doing Bryce Cotton things. There are just two home games left of the season — one tonight against S.E. Melbourne Phoenix and then against Adelaide 36ers in what will be the last game of the regular season.
The Wildcats will be hoping to win all remaining games so get down there and cheer them on.
Where: RAC Arena
When: Friday, February 7th
Tickets from Ticketek.
Fringe
We’re in the middle of another Fringe season a lot of shows that are getting rave reviews. From comedy shows to awe-inspiring acrobatic displays, there are a range of shows and performances to suit just about anyone’s taste. Pair it with dinner at one of the nearby restaurants and make it the perfect date night, especially with Valentine’s Day rapidly approaching.
A couple of the shows we’d recommend are:
MANBO
Step aside Stallone! Sam Dugmore is back by popular demand! He’s locked and loaded as the greatest action hero of all time, unearthing his ruthless man skills to confront his worst nemesis… himself. A dead-sexy mission, chaos, 80s singing, dancing, workout montages, explosions, evil Russians, suppressed raw male emotion and a dog called Fluffy. Extremely camp, extremely silly, extremely entertaining, extremely MANBO.
All of Me: Jazz Rewritten by Jessie Gordon
One of Perth’s best Jazz singers, Jessie Gordon is back for what will be a sold out series of shows at The Ellington Jazz Club. It guarantees to be the perfect night of great music, laughter, and entertainment as anyone who’s seen Jessie perform would already know.
Get your tickets here while you can.
Italian Wine Dinners
Who doesn’t love an Italian wine dinner?
February is the month for wine dinners with two exquisite dinners being held on February 21st and we want to go to both!
An Evening With Cantine Silvestri
This one is being hosted by Roberto’s on Bennett in East Perth where Alfredo Silvestri from Cantine Silvestri will take you on a journey through the wines of the Roman Castles. If you haven’t tasted Italian wines before, you’ll absolutely love this event.
And it wouldn’t be a wine dinner without the ‘dinner’ part. The team at Roberto’s will be serving a five-course Roman-inspired degustation to perfectly pair with each wine. Add in a touch of live music to set the mood and you’re in for a great night.
Where: Roberto’s on Bennett
When: Friday, February 21st
Tickets: Available here.
Mangiate Con Noi
DoubleTree Northbridge is hosting a long table-style experience complete with stunning city views. It’s a four-course dinner with each course thoughtfully paired with an Italian wine. Say less.
Where: DoubleTree by Hilton, Northbridge
When: Friday, February 21st
Tickets: Available here.
Perth Festival
Much like Fringe, Perth Festival is an annual staple on our events calendar bring a bunch of must-see events to Perth. This year, they’ve repurposed the old East Perth Power Station into the festival hub, becoming the main stage for the month-long festival.
When: February 7th to March 2nd
View the program of events here.
Bryan Adams
GRAMMY award-winning artist, Bryan Adams, is bringing his So Happy It Hurts Tour to Perth this February, and there are still a few tickets remaining. Bryan Adams has had a career that has spanned over four decades, and included hits such as ‘Summer of ’69’, ‘(Everything I Do) I Do It For You’, and ‘Please Forgive Me’, this is one show fans don’t want to miss.
Where: RAC Arena
When: Friday, February 9th
Tickets from Ticketek.
