Events Listing
Songs & Story Time @ Manning Library
Come along for a morning of stories, songs, dancing and craft at Manning Library
Protective Behaviours Workshop for Parents (Opens external link)
A free community workshop delivered by the WA Child Protection Society to empower parents and carers with information and strategies focused on child safety.
Evolve 2025 - Arts, Events and Culture Winter Program
Evolve will return in 2026 with an exciting range of art workshops, cultural activities and live performances.
Popcorn & Pictures at the Libraries
Take a seat and join us for a cuppa, some popcorn and a free movie screening at the Manning and South Perth libraries.
Uncover the Facts series
Keen to learn something new or deepen your knowledge in a particular area? Stay informed on a range of current topics with our free information sessions.
Mind Lounge series
Our free art and craft workshops provide a chance to take time for yourself to explore a new, creative activity in a supportive environment. No experience needed!
Author Talk series
Learn from bestselling authors as they share insights into their writing journey, creative process and inspiration behind their work.
South Perth StrEATs (Opens external link)
Every Thursday to Sunday during summer, Perth's best food trucks line the picturesque South Perth foreshore for StrEATs. This event is not hosted by the City.
Southside Summer 2026
Kick back and soak up the atmosphere at South Perth Foreshore at Southside Summer. Free, family fun activities, activations and live entertainment from ZAP CIRCUS.
Music Makers Just for Minis (Opens external link)
Music Makers Just for Minis is hosted by Curate and combines crafting and music to create engaging play-based experiences that are just perfect for your little tot who is not yet school-aged (children aged 3 to 5 years old). This event is not hosted by the City.
Refresh and Reconnect series (Opens external link)
Join us for six weeks of progressive one-hour yoga sessions, where we explore basic movement and sequences through a yogic perspective, and incorporate gentle/beginners breathwork and mindfulness.
Sounds in the Park 2026
Roll out your picnic rug and enjoy FREE live outdoor music headlined by ARIA Award winner Conrad Sewell, and supported by local Aussie indie rock quartet Shorehaven.
Wellbeing Workshops
Join a free monthly workshop run by Lifestreams Community Services where a qualified counsellor will talk through different topics like relationships, anxiety, depression or self-care, followed by supportive group discussion. This event is not hosted by the City.
Advance Care Planning Workshop - Palliative Care
Join us for our free two-part Advance Care Planning workshop and explore how you can shape what the later part of your life looks like.
Free Kitchen Training Workshop (Opens external link)
This Manning Men's Shed workshop is designed for men and women who are new to Australia to help them learn some basics in the kitchen. This event is not hosted by the City.
Harmony Week 2026
Explore, experience and appreciate WA's cultural diversity during Harmony Week! Enjoy a range of cultural events for all ages, and explore our Libraries to see our cultural displays and multilingual resources.
Mind Lounge: Ikebana Japanese flower arranging (Opens external link)
Learn the art of Japanese flower arranging in a relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop and create beautiful arrangements using various types of foliage.
Story Time with Lion Dance (Opens external link)
Join us for a very special Story Time celebrating Chinese culture with a spectacular Lion Dance. Enjoy a read-aloud experience, sing some songs together and get busy with a fun craft activity!
Kids Craft Club (Opens external link)
Join us for a very special Kids Craft Club celebrating Irish culture this Harmony Week. Join an after-school session for crafty creations and hands-on fun for kids aged 6 - 12.
Interactive Story Time with Lion Dance (Opens external link)
Join us for a very special Interactive Story Time celebrating Chinese culture with a spectacular Lion Dance. Children aged 3-5 can enjoy music and have fun with sensory and tactile play activities.
