From spring flower festivals to local design markets, here are six of the best events this weekend and beyond.
Margaret River Region Open Studios
Saturday September 12 to Sunday September 27, venues across the South West
More than 150 local artists will open their doors for the annual art trail, now in its 13th year of giving the general public a rare glimpse inside WA creatives’ studios, workshops and homes.
Free. See mrropenstudios.com.au
Great Southern Bloom Festival
Saturday September 12 to Sunday October 11, venues across the Great Southern
The spring festivals are in full bloom and the Great Southern’s version is one of WA’s best. The month-long program ranges from open gardens and dining experiences to heritage trails and hikes through the Stirling and Porongurup Ranges, with events taking place across the region from Kojonup and Katanning to Frankland River and Bremer Bay.
Free and ticketed events. See greatsoutherntreasures.com.au
Pre Loved Market
Sunday September 13, 11am-3pm, FOMO Freo, Fremantle
Shop sustainably at this fashion market featuring a stylish line-up of second-hand, vintage and streetwear sellers.
Free
Perth Upmarket
Sunday September 13, 10am-3.30pm, Winthrop Hall, University of Western Australia, Stirling Highway, Crawley
Another must-visit market taking place this weekend, the spring edition of the popular Upmarket series will feature locally made wares from more than 200 stallholders.
Free
All In
Wednesday September 16, 7.30pm, Harvey Recreation & Cultural Centre, and Saturday September 19, 3pm and 7.30pm, Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre
Billed as a boundary-breaking dance experience, this production from Sydney-based Dance Makers Collective will see professional and amateur dancers — and even audience members — take to the dancefloor.
Tickets $25 from bunburyentertainment.com
Everlasting Kings Park Festival
Friday September 18 to Sunday October 4, Kings Park and Botanic Garden, West Perth
Celebrate WA’s remarkable native flora as the State’s most famous garden hosts its annual spring festival. First staged back in 1964, this year’s program — with the theme of Stay Wild — features everything from workshops and guided walks to plant sales, entertainment, family activities and of course, thousands of plants to admire. A highlight of this year’s program is Moortabiny, an immersive sound and light show taking place over three nights from October 2 to 4.
Free and ticketed events. See bgpa.wa.gov.au
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