What’s On This April In Perth

From football to street arts and Easter markets, here’s a taste of what you can expect in Perth this April.

Watch the Fremantle Dockers at Optus Stadium

Footy season is back so it’s time to don your best purple scarves and guernseys, and head to Optus Stadium to cheer on the Dockers as they play their way to the finals. This month there are two home games to go to.

Fremantle Dockers vs Western Bulldogs

After beating the Eagles last weekend, the Dockers will be full of confidence as they take on the Western Bulldogs at Optus Stadium.

Where: Optus Stadium
When: Sunday, April 6th
Tickets are available here.

Fremantle Dockers vs Adelaide Crows

Later in April, Fremantle take on the Adelaide Crows who have been in fine form so far and currently sit second on the ladder. This will be a tough battle — will the home crowd help the Dockers win the game?

Where: Optus Stadium
When: Friday, April 25th
Tickets are available here.

Elevate date night with a wine event

Exploring Wines of Italy with Sam Mullen

One of Perth’s favourite neighbourhood bars (Besk) has joined forces with Dave Mullen Wines, the undisputed go-to for Perth’s supply of Italian wines, to help you discover some of Italy’s best drops.

It’s $20.00 per person, including tastings and snacks and will be held in the Besk cellar.

Where: Besk
When: Tuesday, April 22nd at 7:00 pm
Tickets are available here.

Cherubino 20 Year Anniversary ‘Great Southern’ Wine Dinner

This year is Cherubino’s 20-year anniversary, and in celebration, they’re hosting a special wine dinner in the private dining room at Cherubino City Cellar. 

The focus will be on wines from the Great Southern Region — one of Western Australia’s most distinctive and expressive regions. Larry Cherubino will take you through some of their rare and limited back vintages of Frankland River Shiraz and Mount Barker Riesling, alongside the freshness and clarity of their newest releases.

And it wouldn’t be a wine dinner without the dinner part. Four courses of thoughtfully prepared dishes will be perfectly paired with each wine.

Where: Cherubino City Cellar
When: Thursday, May 1st
Tickets are available here.

Satu Vänskä’s Mozart with WASO

If you’re looking for something different to do for date night, this is it. The West Australian Symphony Orchestra 2025 season is in full swing and this next concert brings a modern day interpretation of some of Mozart’s most captivating works. 

Where: Winthrop Hall, UWA
When: Friday, April 11th and Saturday, April 12th at 7:30 pm
Tickets are available here.

Watch a West Coast Fever game

The Suncorp Super Netball season starts on Sunday, April 6th at RAC Arena, when Fever — led by captain Jess Anstiss — take on the NSW  Swifts. The Green Army can expect a high-paced game filled with incredible plays and exciting moments, as the team looks to make their mark and start the season with a bang.

Don’t miss out on the first game of the season. Get your tickets today and join the Green Army.

Where: RAC Arena
When: Sunday, April 6th

Tickets are available here.

Ascot Autumn Racing Carnival – Kia Quokka Day

It’s one of the biggest days on the Ascot racing calendar and makes for a great day out — it’s the Kia Quokka Day. There’s the $5m Quokka slot race as the feature event on the day and the Fashions on the Field runway competition, showing off some of Perth’s most stylish and best-dressed. Stay after the final race for a live band, kicking off a party that continues into the night. 

Where: Ascot Racecourse, Ascot
When: Saturday, April 26th
Tickets are available here.

Fremantle International Street Arts Festival

Fremantle International Street Arts Festival is celebrating 25 years of entertainment with an unforgettable lineup that will electrify Fremantle’s streets this Easter long weekend. This annual celebration of street performers is now the biggest street arts festival in Australasia and this year, there will be more than 70 artists performing.

Get the full program of events here.

Where: Fremantle
When: Friday, April 18th to Monday, April 21st

Perth’s Largest Dinosaur Theme Park

Jurassic Kingdom is back! The title says most of what you need to know about this annual Perth event. This year, there are more than 20 life-size animatronic dinosaurs including a new Ice-Age realm and a 360° Antarctic cinema.

Explore by day; explore by night. Either way, grab the family and head to Burswood to come face-to-face with some prehistoric giants.

Where: Kagoshima Park, Burswood
When: Friday, April 11th to Sunday, April 27th 

Easter Markets at the Quay

Celebrate an early Easter with a special edition of Markets @ the Quay. Expect more than 60 stalls showcasing some of WA’s best artisans, makers, and designers. There’ll be food vendors bringing a multitude of flavours to the Quay, from ever popular waffles to sizzling skewers and bao buns.

A full schedule of what’s on at Easter Markets at the Quay is available here.

Where: Elizabeth Quay
When: Saturday, April 5th from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Rockingham Sunset Market — Easter Edition

The Rockingham Sunset Markets offer a delightful evening for the whole family. Stroll along the picturesque Rockingham foreshore, enjoy live music, and browse a variety of handmade products. With free kids’ activities and a wide selection of gourmet food vendors, it’s a free event not to be missed.
Where: Bell Park, Rockingham
When: Saturday, April 12th from 4:00 pm