Wondering what to do on the Australia Day public holiday? Whether you want to see the annual Australia Day fireworks or head to an event in the city, we know the places to go to in Perth on 26 January.
Australia Day fireworks in Perth
The annual Australia Day fireworks (Skyworks) are now part of the City of Light Show series.
In 2023 the main fireworks display will be accompanied by a drone show. It starts right after 8pm and runs for 30 minutes.
Unlike previous years, the display will not be central over the Swan River. Instead, it will be held closer to the Perth foreshore and is best viewed from there.
Where to watch the Australia Day fireworks in Perth
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Supreme Court Gardens
Birak Concert with Welcome to Country performance, live entertainment and family-friendly activities, including a 23-metre Warrior Obstacle Course. If you can't make it to the event, Noongar Radio typically broadcasts the performances.
3pm–9pm
Langley Park
The Entertainment Zone is true to its name with amusement rides, obstacle courses, a freestyle motocross and BMX stunt show, a water playground and 18-hole mini golf. This is the best vantage point for the drone show due to image placement. Outside of the park, the narrated soundtrack for the drone show will not be heard.
3pm–9pm
Elizabeth Quay
No events.
Fireworks and drone show start at 8pm
Kings Park
No events.
Fireworks and drone show start at 8pm
Australia Day events in Perth for 2024
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Australia Day Ceremony
The morning ceremony features the citizenship ceremony and the annual Community Citizen of the Year Awards.
Following the Australia Day Ceremony, all are welcome to tuck into a barbeque brekky hosted by the Rotary Club of Como. Funds will go to the local community.
Replacing the Perth Skyworks event, the City of Light Show is a mix of drone and fireworks displays. It will launch from Langley Park and fly over the Swan River.
This annual concert celebrates the music, dance and art of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Headliners include Red Ochre Band, Pipeline and Phil Walleystack.
Enjoy some good grub during the city's biggest street food market showcasing Perth's diverse food culture where you can try a variety of affordable cuisines from around the globe while you indulge in some festive entertainment.
Take today to learn more about the original custodians of our great land on a cultural tour. You'll be taken through Dreamtime stories, traditional songs and more.
Swan Valley, Wildlife Park, Winery and Fruit Orchard tour
Spend your Australia Day celebrating the best tipples and tastes of the region by heading to a local wine region and supporting your local wine makers.
We're lucky to have so many pristine beaches and fun water activities readily available in Australia, particularly in Perth and surrounding areas. From swimming and surfing to paddle-boarding and sailing, there's no better place to be than at the beach if the sun is out.
Like you weren't going to anyway. But instead of heading to your local, make this one a bit more special by checking out a new brewery and going on a tasting tour. You might just find your new favourite watering hole.
Tales-on-Tap: Self-guided Tour of Perth's Historical Pubs
Got kids? Perhaps you simply love animals? There are more than a handful of animal encounters you can have in Perth on Australia Day, including swimming with dolphins, feeding penguins and taking that all-important quokka selfie.
Get cultured. Australia Day is not just one big party – it's a day to remember Australia's history and culture. Tap into the heart of Australia Day with a trip to one of Perth's many museums, such as the Western Australian Museum and the Art Gallery of Western Australia.
Join a great Aussie BBQ. Today, heaps are going on from official events to your mate's house.
Crash another suburb's party. We mean this in the nicest way possible. Many of Perth's major suburbs will be hosting their own Australia Day celebrations, so why not branch out and check out what activities they've got to offer? Popular suburbs include Cottesloe and Armadale.
Available on select dates on destinations including Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth and Hobart. Minimum spend of $300 required. Activities include hot air balloon flights, skydives and high teas. T&Cs apply.
Available when you spend a minimum of $250 on activities such as hot air balloon flights, rally driving, skydives, high teas and more. Destinations include Sydney, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth and Hobart. T&Cs apply.
Available on select travel dates across Brisbane, Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast and more. Activities include day tours, zoo and animal interactions, tandem skydives, hot air balloon flights and jet boat rides.
Available on select travel dates until 2023, including Easter and school holidays. Activities include whale- and dolphin-watching and lunch and sunset cruises in Sydney, Cairns, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Perth and Melbourne.
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Available on select dates when you spend a minimum of $250. Activities include driving experience, bike tours, kayaking, art workshops, spa treatments, skydiving and much more.
Available on purchases such as getaways, dining experiences, attraction passes, sightseeing cruise, cinema tickets and day tours. Destinations include Sydney, Perth, Canberra and Brisbane.
Available on select travel dates. Activities include hop-on hop-off tours, sightseeing cruises, indoor skydiving experiences, whale watching experiences and more. T&Cs apply.
Available on select dates in 2023 on sports activities such as racing, football and more. Sample price is for the netball division. Destinations include Adelaide, Hobart, Sydney and Perth.
Courtney Edwards was associate travel publisher at Finder. She has a Bachelor of Communication majoring in Journalism and sub-majoring in English from Western Sydney University and a Certificate II in Tourism. She discovered her love for travel while completing a semester abroad in England and travelling around Europe. Outside of work, you’ll find Courtney visiting new brunch spots and planning her next adventure.
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