Get ready for an action-packed Easter long weekend in Perth! We've found everything from massive dinosaur exhibitions to local Easter fairs. Don't miss the Fremantle Street Arts Festival running all weekend, or the special Easter Family Day at The Claremont Hotel on Sunday.
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Fremantle International Street Arts Festival
Throughout Fremantle
Wander Fremantle and catch hundreds of free, world-class street performances all weekend.
Little Big Dinosaur Trail
WA Museum Boola Bardip
Turn your museum visit into a 13-dinosaur hunt this weekend.
Easter Family Day at The Claremont Hotel
The Claremont Hotel
Activities, egg decorating, and an egg hunt start early afternoon this Sunday.
· April 4
7EASTER BILBY FUN AT KANYANA WILDLIFE REHABILITATION CENTRE : Head to Kanyana on Saturday morning to meet resident Bilbies and learn about them. They are running an Easter Egg Hunt and offering face painting, so it’s a great way to support local wildlife.It's a unique Easter event focused on local wildlife, offering morning and evening sessions on Saturday.
COCKBURN EASTER FAIRFREE : This is a fantastic free evening outing for Saturday with twilight markets, live music, and plenty of entertainment. Expect Easter crafts, face painting, and inflatable slides for the kids.It’s a big, free community fair running Saturday evening with tons of activities, perfect for filling the late afternoon.
: Dress up as a pirate or mermaid for a fun high tea experience this Saturday. Kids get to eat bite-sized treasures, making it an exciting themed meal.A fun, themed dining experience specifically for children on Saturday.
: Bring the kids down Saturday afternoon for free face painting between 1pm and 4pm. They can also decorate their own Easter basket and bunny ears at the craft station.Offers free, structured craft activities during the afternoon on Saturday.
FREE : Catch free, family-friendly performances with artists from all over the world taking over Fremantle's streets, laneways, and waterfront this weekend. Expect plenty of acrobatics, circus acts, and street theatre.It’s one of Perth’s biggest annual events, running all weekend and it’s completely free to wander and watch the shows.
JURASSIC KINGDOM: DEEP SEA TITANS : Check out the brand new Deep Sea Titans experience featuring animatronic sea creatures like a colossal 16-metre Mosasaurus rising from the lake. They have day and night sessions running all weekend.It’s a major, blockbuster-style attraction running all weekend, perfect for dinosaur mad kids.
: Treat the family to a fancy afternoon tea on Saturday where the kids get their own spread of sweet bites and chocolate, making it feel special for everyone.A slightly upscale but explicitly family-friendly option for a Saturday afternoon treat.
· April 5
3: Join the Easter Bunny for a huge egg hunt across the Estate this Sunday, with close to 500 eggs hidden until they run out. This sounds like a lovely, local-style Easter Sunday activity.A dedicated Easter egg hunt running all day on Sunday, likely smaller and more intimate than some other venues.
FREE : Head to Armadale on Sunday morning for this market featuring artisan stalls, Easter treats, and a lively kids zone. It’s a great, easy option for a relaxed morning out.A free Sunday morning market with a specific Easter focus and kid-friendly activities.
FREE : This waterfront market in Fremantle is hosting a free Easter Treat Hunt on Sunday between 10am and 2pm. Kids can hunt for hidden treats tucked among the market stalls.It's a free, family-focused activity happening right inside a popular market setting on Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
1: Explore the WA Museum with this self-guided dinosaur trail on Saturday or Sunday. Kids follow clues to find 13 hidden dinosaurs throughout the museum exhibits.It turns a visit to the museum into an interactive quest, perfect for dinosaur fans on Saturday/Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Perth this weekend?
There are several excellent free options this weekend (Apr 04-05)! You can enjoy the massive Fremantle International Street Arts Festival running throughout Fremantle, the Cockburn Easter Fair on Saturday afternoon, and the Easter Treat Hunt at E Shed Markets on Sunday.
Are there any dedicated Easter egg hunts happening on Sunday?
Yes, Sunday, April 5th features a few dedicated hunts including the Easter Family Day at The Claremont Hotel (mini-golf egg hunt), Easter at Lavender Estate (hunt runs all day), and the Easter Treat Hunt at E Shed Markets in Fremantle.
What can we do outdoors that isn't Easter-themed?
For outdoor fun outside of the Easter activities, check out the Fremantle International Street Arts Festival for roving performances, or Jurassic Kingdom: Deep Sea Titans at Burswood Park to see life-sized prehistoric sea creatures.
