Fremantle
Newly opened in the historic Brush Factory, this is a fun, lively, hugely approachable jazz bar where dancing between the tables (there's no designated…
Must-see entertainment in Western Australia
Fremantle
Part live-music haunt, part microbrewery, part food-truck and beer-garden hang-out, Freo.Social is difficult to pigeonhole. Open since March 2019, the…
Perth
A low-key, late-night cafe that's been running for more than 20 years and is regarded as a local institution, particularly by students. It has singer…
Perth
The majestic home to the West Australian Ballet and West Australian Opera, as well as lots of theatre, comedy and cabaret.
Perth
Perth's new 60,000-seat riverside stadium and its surrounding, family-friendly park (think playground, BBQs, sculptures) opened in January 2018. Big…
Perth
This stunning complex filled with gold tubes hanging from the ceiling includes the 575-seat Heath Ledger Theatre and the 234-seat Studio Underground. It…
Perth
Art-house films, classic movies and new releases screen under the stars on the 6th floor of a Northbridge car park. Beanbags, wood-fired pizza and craft…
Fremantle
Local and national bands (mainly Aussie rock and indie) and DJs play at this small place, and there's a sociable beer garden out the back. First Friday of…
Perth
Located on the fringes of Northbridge, Badlands has shrugged off its previous incarnation as a retro 1950s-inspired nightclub to be reborn as an edgy rock…
Perth
A quintessential Perth experience, the Perth Festival's international film program is held outdoors, on the University of WA's beautiful grounds,…
West Coast Australia
Combining funky architecture that draws inspiration from the surrounding wilderness with state-of-the-art facilities, Karratha's cultural centre comprises…
Mandurah Performing Arts Centre
West Coast Australia
The jewel of Mandurah's Cultural Precinct, the ManPAC is a stylish glass-and-steel auditorium hosting everything from twinkle-toed ballet troupes to stand…
Broome
Food, crafts and live music every Thursday night at Town Beach between June and September and over Staircase to the Moon nights between April and October.
West Coast Australia
Pull up in a convertible with your sweetie for the timeless experience of movies under the stars. There are typically screenings of popular releases on…
West Coast Australia
What a surprise! From November to April, kick back in a deck chair at this open-air cinema in the forest near Mundaring, screening recent releases. There…
Rottnest Island
Rotto's old corrugated-iron community hall is now screening movies. Recent releases flicker across the big screen, with family-focused films earlier in…
Broome & The Kimberley
Community-run old-school drive-in shows movies on Saturday nights during the Dry. Volunteers are always needed, so even if you're driving through, drop…
Broome
Diver's pumps most nights and if you're camped anywhere nearby, you'll know it. The Sunday Session jams are legendary.
Wyndham Outdoor Picture Gardens
Broome & The Kimberley
Australia's second-oldest outdoor 'picture garden' airs films on alternate Saturdays during the Dry.
Perth
The unpretentious Universal is one of Perth's oldest live-music bars and much loved by soul, R & B and blues enthusiasts. All ages hit their groove on the…
Perth
A heritage art-deco theatre hosting popular musicals, stage shows and festival events.
Perth
Shapiro Tuesday offers a mix of first-timers, seasoned amateurs and pros trying out new shtick (for a very reasonable $5). Friday is for more grown-up…
Perth
Fully licensed, art-house cinema in Leederville with Monday double-header features and a bar. The vintage cinema has been renovated with four new screens…
Perth
Hosts lots of live music, including the Legendary Perth Blues Club on Tuesday. It has a community vibe, with seniors lunch specials, tradies drinks prices…
Fremantle
Metropolis is a mainstream nightclub on weekends, but roughly twice a month it becomes a great space to watch a gig, from punk rock to pop-anthem musos…
Perth
There's live jazz nightly in this handsome, intimate venue staging professional-level jazz in all its forms. Standing-only admission is $10, or you can…
Fremantle
Local bands and DJs gig out the back from Friday to Sunday, while there's musical bingo and trivia on quieter nights in this nautically themed pub. The…
Perth
Main venue for interstate and international cricket, and home to the Perth Scorchers. Since 2018, one-day internationals have been held at Optus Stadium.
Perth
Used for big concerts by major international acts such as Rhianna and the Rolling Stones. It's also used by the Perth Wildcats NBL basketball franchise…
Perth
Home to the Western Australian Symphony Orchestra, this brutalist-style building also hosts big-name international acts, musicals and comedians.
West Coast Australia
In the era of Netflix, it's more affordable to go to the movies now than it has been for years! New releases, popcorn, 'armchair stadium seating',…
Perth
Seated open-air cinema where you can BYO picnic (no booze). It has free live music ahead of the 8.15pm film screening on Wednesdays, ranging from jazz to…
Broome
Sun Pictures' modern sibling in the industrial estate screens mostly mainstream family-friendly films. Tuesdays is cheap night.
Perth
The good old Amplifier is one of the best places for live (mainly indie) bands. (Part of the same complex as Capitol, used mainly for DJ gigs.)
Perth
In summer bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy a romantic moonlit movie. Booking ahead online is recommended.
Perth
Local and international bands play regularly in this spacious art deco pub with a laid-back beer garden.
Fremantle
Art-house cinema between Essex and Norfolk Sts. Cheaper tickets on Wednesday ($12/14 before/after 6pm).
Perth
Art-house, independent and foreign movies are shown at this cinema in the heart of Northbridge.
Perth
The beautiful art-deco Astor no longer screens films but is used for concerts and comedy gigs.
