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Songs & Story Time @ Manning Library

Manning Library Every Wednesday from 16 – 23 April 2025

Come along for a morning of stories, songs, dancing and craft at Manning Library

Free Kids/Family Library
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Protective Behaviours Workshop for Parents (Opens external link)

Manning Primary School - Library Room 10 June 2025

A free community workshop delivered by the WA Child Protection Society to empower parents and carers with information and strategies focused on child safety.

Free

Evolve 2025 - Arts, Events and Culture Winter Program

19 July - 23 August 2025

Evolve will return in 2026 with an exciting range of art workshops, cultural activities and live performances.

Arts & Culture Kids/Family

Popcorn & Pictures at the Libraries

12 August 2025 - 12 June 2026

Take a seat and join us for a cuppa, some popcorn and a free movie screening at the Manning and South Perth libraries.

All Ages Free Kids/Family Library Seniors

Uncover the Facts series

Manning and South Perth libraries 14 August 2025 - 30 June 2026

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.

All Ages Free Library Sustainability

Adulting 101 series

South Perth Library 25 September 2025 - 30 June 2026

Build real-world life skills that make growing up just a little easier with our free workshops for young people aged 16 to 25.

Free Library

Author Talk series

South Perth and Manning Libraries 6 October 2025 - 31 March 2026

Learn from bestselling authors as they share insights into their writing journey, creative process and inspiration behind their work.

Free Library
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South Perth StrEATs (Opens external link)

Sir James Mitchell Park 13 November 2025 - 5 April 2026

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.

All Ages Community event Kids/Family
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Southside Summer 2026

Mindeerup 28 January - 3 February 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.

Arts & Culture Free Kids/Family

Music Makers Just for Minis (Opens external link)

George Burnett Leisure Centre Every Thursday from 5 February – 19 June 2026

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.

Arts & Culture Community event Free Kids/Family
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Sounds in the Park 2026

Ryrie Reserve 21 February 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.

Arts & Culture Free Kids/Family
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Wellbeing Workshops

George Burnett Leisure Centre 26 February - 25 June 2026

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.

All Ages Community event Free
2026SoundsofBunuru

Sounds of Bunuru 2026

James Miller Oval 21 March 2026

Bring your friends and enjoy FREE live outdoor music headlined by Australian R&B and dance artist Becca Hatch, supported by the talented Boox Kid and Lachy John and the Red Bellies.

Arts & Culture Free Kids/Family

Sustainability Workshops in 2026

South Perth Community Centre 30 March - 29 June 2026

Join our free workshops and learn how to live a more sustainable lifestyle.

Free Sustainability

April School Holidays

Various locations 2 - 18 April 2026

Enjoy a mix of creative workshops, engaging storytelling sessions, hands-on activities, and interactive events for all ages.

Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays

Time for Songs and Stories

South Perth Library 7 - 14 April 2026

Come along for a morning of stories, songs, dancing and craft! These interactive drop-in sessions on Tuesday 7 and 14 January are perfect for children 5 years and younger.

Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays
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Stop Motion Animation Workshop (Opens external link)

South Perth Library 7 April 2026

Lights, camera, action: learn how to create your own short film using stop motion animation at the library! Great for kids aged 7-17.

Arts & Culture Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays

Time for Songs and Stories

Manning Library 8 - 15 April 2026

Come along for a morning of stories, songs, dancing and craft! These interactive drop-in sessions run on Wednesdays 8 and 15 April and are perfect for children 5 years and younger.

Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays
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Soccer Clinic for children in Year 2-6 (Opens external link)

George Burnett Leisure Centre 8 April 2026

The clinic is run to teach the basics of soccer, and putting it into gameplay. Perfect for beginners. Children will be taught dribbling, passing, goal kicking, game play and team skills.

Kids/Family School Holidays

Nature craft workshop (Opens external link)

Manning Library 9 April 2026

Nature Makers is a crafting session for little creatives to explore art using natural and recycled materials.

Free Kids/Family School Holidays