Things to Do This Weekend Perth

Weekend Activities & Things To Do Perth

Best things to do in Perth this weekend

The best things to do in Perth this weekend are things you haven’t tried before! Cottesloe Beach, Fremantle pubs and King’s Park will always be there, but getting out of your comfort zone and learning something new deserves a slot in your calendar!

Are you a hands-on person with a keen eye for detail? Pottery classes are the perfect weekend activities for you! You’ll learn how to make your own mug, vase or even a cute breakfast set!

Got a foodie crew on your hands? This weekend, you need social cooking classes that end with a big feast! From pasta making in Scarborough to dumpling making in Mount Hawthorn, there’s a foodie experience for every type of cuisine.

For the whimsical and artistic, resin art classes will help you find your flow and zen this weekend. Wrap up the experience with a unique keepsake you can proudly display at home (or keep!)

If your weekend’s not complete without a coffee catch-up, barista classes will fill your cup (literally). Master the perfect espresso, beautify your latte with art and learn how to use the coffee machine that’s been gathering dust at home.

Fun Perth activities to add to your 2026 bucket list

If you’re building your 2026 bucket list, Perth has more than beaches and brunch spots (but hey, those are fun too). The best bucket list activities are memorable and unusual.

Here are some ideas to kick your weekends up a notch:

• Make your own polymer clay earrings. Perfect for adding some colour to your outfits and saying “oh, I made these”.
• Explore Perth in a photography class. Wander laneways, hunt for street art and snap hidden corners of the city you didn’t even know existed.
• Get fired up in a welding class. Sparks, heat, metal, flame. This activity is definitely both memorable and unusual.
• Throw an axe. Channel your inner lumberjack, perfect your aim, and let out a little primal scream as the axe hits the target.
• Pasta making and wine. Everyone loves pasta, but nothing beats pasta you’ve made with your own two hands. An absolute must-do at least once in your life.

5 things to try when you don't know what to do in Perth

Wondering what there is to do in Perth? These five ideas are sure to fill your weekends!

1. Breakfast in Northbridge and pottery in Fremantle: Start your morning with a flat white and smashed avo at Northbridge’s famous cafes, then get your hands dirty shaping your own mug or vase at a local pottery class.
2. Barista class and Scarborough surf: Learn to pull the perfect espresso and pour latte art, then hit the waves at Scarborough Beach to burn off all that caffeine-fuelled energy.
3. Pasta making and brewery hopping. Begin your night with a pasta making class, then head over to Fremantle for brewery hopping. Start at Gage Roads Freo Brewing, then make your way over to Little Creatures. 
4. Lunch and art. Fuel up with lunch at The Little Banksia in Kensington (try the extravagant buttermilk pancakes), then unwind at a peaceful watercolour class in the afternoon. 
5. Boutiques and jewellery. Take a relaxed wander through Cottesloe’s charming boutiques and local shops, then tap into your creative side with a jewellery-making class.

How to plan a weekend in Perth with your family

Planning a weekend in Perth with the family? Start with the activities that will make everyone’s eyes light up. Look for beginner-friendly, hands-on experiences that suit all ages; especially the kids, who might get restless if there’s nothing to keep them busy. Pick an activity that’s interactive and fun. It should be the star of the show!

Some family-friendly weekend activities in Perth that everyone can enjoy:

• Cupcake decorating classes: Kids (and adults) can pipe, sprinkle and decorate their own mini masterpieces, then eat them too!
• Drawing and art workshops: From sketching to watercolours, these classes are perfect for little hands and budding creatives.
• Hand-building workshops: Pottery or clay workshops let the whole family get tactile, making mugs, bowls, or tiny sculptures together.
• Floristry classes: Calm, crafty and rewarding. Great for teaching patience and creating something beautiful.
• Kid-friendly foodie experiences: Cooking classes designed for little chefs, from pasta making to dumpling rolling, are hands-on, tasty and endlessly fun.

Once you’ve picked the main event, plan the rest of your day around it. Scout nearby cafés or lunch spots, check parking or public transport options, and see if there’s anything you need to bring, or will want to take home as a souvenir of your weekend adventure.

Your guide to a fun day out in Perth

Morning breakfast at Grace St Cafe in Scarborough: Kick off your day with a perfectly brewed flat white and some smashed avocado on sourdough. Fuel up for adventure ahead!

Swim at Scarborough Beach: Dive into crystal-clear waters or soak up the sun on the sand. A classic Perth start to any weekend day.

Picnic lunch at Kings Park: Pack a blanket and grab some takeaway from a nearby café, then enjoy panoramic city views while you munch. Bonus points for bringing a frisbee or soccer ball for the kids.

Lazy afternoon workshop in Subiaco: Try your hand at pottery, paint and sip or jewellery making. Relax, get creative and take home a keepsake to remember the day.

Stroll along Elizabeth Quay: Take in the Swan River views, check out public art, or watch the boats go by. Perfect for a gentle digestif stroll.

Finish up with a drink and ice cream at Fremantle: Wrap up your day with a craft beer, coffee, or an ice cream cone from Little Creatures or one of Fremantle’s famous gelaterias. Sweet, satisfying and totally Perth.