2022 Winter / July School Holiday Guide | Less stress. More fun.
Great ideas put together by the parents at Kids In Perth.
From Dinosaurs in the city through to hunting your kids with bows and arrows? How about meeting Minions...
All this and more below in our MASSIVE July School Holiday Guide!
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Highlights | Our top picks
Some can't miss School Holiday items this July!
Dinosaurs of Patagonia
Where: WA Museum Boola Bardip
When: From Saturday 2 July 2022.
Come see the largest dinosaurs that ever roamed the earth!
Enough said.
Please take my money.
Cicada
Where: Studio Underground, State Theatre Centre of WA
When: July 9 - 30
Winner of the Children’s Book Council Award for Best Picture Book in 2019, this new adaptation brings master-storyteller Shaun Tan’s much-loved Cicada to life on the stage with exquisite puppetry and visual storytelling by some of WA’s leading theatre-makers.
Van Gogh Alive: The Experience
Where: Supreme Court Gardens
When: Until August 7, 2022.
Immerse the whole family in Vincent Van Gogh's art!
Upcoming Family Shows & Events | Don't Miss Them
Family shows and events that caught our eye...
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Where: The State Theatre of WA
When: July 11 - 17
One of the most-read and famous children's books of all time, The Very Hungry Caterpillar emerges off the page in a masterful theatrical experience for children 18 months+ and their adults.
13 Storey Treehouse
Where: The State Theatre of WA
When: July 6 - 10
See the first show in the award-winning ‘Treehouse’ series, based on Andy Griffiths’ and Terry Denton’s best-selling book. Following sold-out seasons across the country, the one and only, super-famous, ultra-brilliant, runaway success, The 13-Storey Treehouse returns to the stage
Hachikō: The Loyal Dog
Where: Spare Parts Puppet Theatre
When: July 2 - 16
Be transported to an inventive and beautifully crafted cityscape as you follow the heartfelt journey of one dog who has touched the hearts of people everywhere. Based on a true story from Japan, Hachikō is a celebration of the unique joy and companionship that pets bring to our lives.
Big Fun Fest
Where: Claremont Showground, Robinson Pavilion
When: July 2 - 16
Test your skills and take on a challenge with BIG indoor family fun at Claremont Showground. Escape the winter weather and create an unforgettable experience these school holidays.
2022 Festa Junina (Brazilian Winter Festival)
Where: Perth Mess Hall, 3 Aberdeen St Perth
When: Saturday 16 July 2022.
Harlem Globetrotters at RAC Arena
Where: RAC Arena
When: Tuesday, July 5
The Gruffalo – Live in Perth
Where: The State Theatre of WA
When: July 14 - 17
Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
Nexus Toy & Collector Fair
Where: Victoria Park Leisure Centres
When: Saturday, July 16
With over 130 vendor tables filled with a mix of everything from vintage toys to video games, hand made pop culture items, coins, stamps, books and board games, there will be something for everyone.
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Meet Carlton legend, Anthony Koutafides!
Where: Alexander Heights Shopping Centre, Lakes Shopping Centre, Springs Shopping Centre
When: 12 July 2022 | Times below
In each shopping centre, there'll be a whole school holiday program full of FREE kids art and craft activities.
Also, handball competition with either an Eagles or Dockers player (Call Centre).
Below are dates and times for Anthony Koutafides' appearances in the centre for photos and autographs.
Lakes Shopping Centre 10:30am-11:30am
Springs Shopping Centre 12-1pm
Alexander Heights Shopping Centre 1:30pm-2:30pm
Click below to get directions.
Youth Jam
Where: Roxy Lane Theatre
When: Thursday, July 7
Meet the Minions
Where: Stockland Riverton Shopping Centre
When: Tuesday 5 - Saturday 16 July
With Minions: Rise of Gru in cinemas now, why not meet the Minions? Read our article to hype the kids up for this amazing entertainment activation at Stockland Riverton Shopping Centre.
Forrestfield Night Market's - Winter Warmer
Where: Hawaiian's Forrestfield
When: Friday, July 15
Be spoilt for choice with over 40 stallholders and a vast variety of food trucks - from your favourite Indian cuisine, to Japanese, Moroccan and so much more.
Urban Art Hub
Where: Stockland Baldivis Shopping Centre
When: Monday 4 - Saturday 16 July
Kids will explore their creative side at Stockland Baldivis Shopping Centre's Kids Urban Hub.
Learn street art techniques from a resident artist.
Freedom Fairies Fairytale Trail
Where: Perth
When: July 1 - 17
Freedom Fairies are bringing Fairyland to Perth this July School Holidays to celebrate 10 years of magical moments with the Free Freedom Fairies Fairytales Trail.
Candy Carnival at Primewest Gwelup
Where: Primewest Gwelup
When: July 1 - 17
The circus is coming to Primewest Gwelup. Click below to find out more.
Forrestfield Night Market's - Winter Warmer
Where: Hawaiian's Forrestfield
When: Friday, July 15
Be spoilt for choice with over 40 stallholders and a vast variety of food trucks - from your favourite Indian cuisine, to Japanese, Moroccan and so much more.
Winter Wonderland
Where: Lakeside Joondalup
When: July 4 - 17
Lakeside Joondalup turns into a winter wonderland with an ice skating rink in the centre!
Do the kids love animals?
Snakes and Reptile Display
Where: Kardinya Park Shopping Centre
When: July 4 - 11
Get up close and personal with an awesome range of snakes and reptiles.
Bird of Prey Display
Where: Kardinya Park Shopping Centre
When: July 11 - 15
Come on down and check out the awesome crew from the Western Australian Birds of Prey Centre.
Meet the Native Animals!
Where: Armadale Shopping City
When: Monday, July 11
Half/Full-Day Programs | Perfect for working parents
All day activities, find great promo codes below and much more!
WA Museum's Drop and Leave Programs
Where: WA Museum Boola Bardip, WA Maritime Museum & Shipwrecks Museum,
When: July 2 - 17
Soap Making for All Ages
Where: Batherapy Maylands & Ardross.
When: Throughout July School Holidays.
Explore your creativity making your very own natural soaps using essential and fragrance oils and botanicals in this 1.5 hour session.
What's happening at your Y?
Where: At local YMCA WA locations throughout Perth.
When: Throughout July School Holidays.
Your nearest Y or YMCA WA location will always run affordable vacation care programs.
Especially helpful when you're stuck without family or friends to look after your child.
Winter Holiday Workshops with LEGO & Coding with Robotics
Where: BRICKS 4 KIDZ City West
When: July 4 - 15
July School Holidays at Scitech
Where: Cnr Railway Pde and Sutherland St
When: July 2 - 17
Explosive fire or freezing nitrogen? Discover what’s new at Scitech during these school holidays!
School Holiday Bath Bomb Kids Workshops
Where: Batherapy Ardross
When: Thursday, July 7
Family Movie Night - Sing 2
Where: Coogee Beach WA Surf Life Saving Club
When: Friday, July 8
Yoga for Kids - School Holidays Special
Where: The School of Classical Hatha Yoga
When: July 4 - 15
Disney's Frozen Kids Night 2022
Where: The Left Bank
When: Thursday, July 14
Winter Activities | Fun as a family
Get out and enjoy as a whole family.
Glowing Rooms 3D Mini Golf & VR Escape Rooms
Where: 1/1 Emplacement Cres,
Hamilton Hill WA 6163, Australia
When: Tuesday to Sunday
Making its debut in Perth, and the first of its kind in Australia… Glowing Rooms is the 3D Mini Golf sensation which is taking America, Europe, and Asia by storm.
Treetops Adventure
Where: Yanchep and Dwellingup
When: School Term
Tuesday – Sunday, 10am – 5pm
School & Public Holidays
Monday – Sunday, 9am – 5pm
Australia’s #1 Tree Ropes and Ziplining Experience. Take on exciting and challenging obstacle courses high up in the tree canopy, that will have all the family swinging, leaping, climbing and flying through the forest – allowing thrill seekers and nature enthusiasts to experience the trees like never before!
Who's the best shot in the family?
Where: Primal Archery, Busselton
When: All School Holidays.
Why not get out of the city and make a day trip down to Busselton! Primal Archery is the spot for archery tag.
Experience the thrill and adrenaline of hunting the kids in a safe environment!
Experience speed and adrenaline with your child!
Where: Mega Fast Karts Wanneroo & Cockburn
When: Call/Message to find out.
Ride the dual karts at Mega Fast Karts Wanneroo or Cockburn. Great way for parent and child to experience speed and adrenaline in a safe yet realistic environment.
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Perth's Mini Golf Challenges
Where: All over Perth.
When: Anytime.
We found some of the most challenging mini golf holes to tackle with the kids!
Click to learn more.
Interesting Shops | Start Exploring!
Have you got a little store gem to share? Please let everyone know in the comments below!
Start collecting vintage video games
Retro Collect is one of our favourite spots for hunting vintage handheld and console games to add to the family collection. With 2 locations, our local is the Mount Lawley shop inside Astor Arcade, there are working consoles for kids to play with and super friendly staff really make this shop a real treat to visit time and time again. Also, we’ve never ever had issues with our purchases, for peace of mind, they provide a 40 day warranty on all items.
Perth’s Pawn Stars
If your family are fans of the TV Show, Pawn Stars, then Cash City’s Guildford store is a must visit! Inside, you’ll find an eclectic Aladdin’s cave of wonderful items such as a WW2 bazooka, vintage motorbikes, movie memorabilia and much more! Everyone will have fun browsing their large display rooms. Cash City Guildford is located at 3/46 James St, Guildford.
MiYU Japan
Located in Northbridge and Carousel Shopping Centre, MiYU Japan is Perth’s #1 Japanese Variety Store! (Hint: Our fave is the Northbridge store). The owners have brought an authentic Japan shopping experience to Perth. Find wonderful snacks to try, interesting cleaning product, through to, really cute homewares. If you’ve never been to Japan, after checking out MiYU Japan, it’ll definitely inspire the whole family to one day get to there!
MiYu Japan (Northbridge) is located at 188 Newcastle St, Perth WA.
Sneak Peek | What's coming up next month
Mark these items in your calendar...
Play School Live In Concert 'Once Upon A Time'
Where: Multiple Venues around Perth
When: September 3 - 11
Watch classic nursery rhyme characters magically come to life as the pages of the storybook are turned in this exciting new production, ‘Once Upon A Time’.
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