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Spring School Holiday Guide | September - October 2023

Curated by the parents @ Kids In Perth

Get prepared  for these next School Holidays with Kids In Perth's 2023 September-October School Holiday Guide!

From the many Ag shows happening around Perth, through to, the mysteries of Ancient Egypt presented by WA Museum'... there's something for every adventure-seeking and curious child below.

Don't miss the hilarious and heartwarming Dogman The Musical, bringing beloved characters to life on stage.

If things are tight... visit one of the local shopping centres suggested in this guide for a wide range of FREE kids and family-friendly activities and entertainment.

Get your calendar ready and let Kids In Perth be your ultimate guide to a memorable September-October School Holidays filled with excitement, culture, and family fun!

Enjoy!

- Marnie Adams, Contributor @ Kids In Perth

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Some can't miss Family Weekend ideas for August-September 2023!

Get excited for the 2023 AWESOME Festival

Get ready for an unforgettable and highly anticipated 2023 Awesome Festival! This year's festival promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a wide range of imaginative and exciting family shows, events and activities for the kids to enjoy. One of the highlights of this year's festival is the Awesome Armadale Hub, bringing the magic of the festival to new areas of Perth.
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Who let the Dog Man Out? Dog Man The Musical is back in Perth by popular demand!

Get ready to howl with laughter and wag your tail in excitement as Dog Man The Musical returns to Perth from 27th to 30th September 2023! Back by popular demand after captivating sell-out crowds during the recent 2023 Winter / July School Holidays, this family-friendly musical promises a tail-waggingly good time for all.
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In & Around Perth | Things to do

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Explore Mandurah’s Hidden Gems with the Tourist Fun Train!

Ready for a fun family adventure whether during weekend or school holidays? Look no further than Mandurah's iconic Tourist Fun Train which is your ticket to an unforgettable exploration of Perth's picturesque coastal city. For over 30 years, it has been serving and bringing smiles to families visiting Mandurah's foreshore. With Mandurah's Tourist Fun Train Company, it's a unique and exciting way to really discover Mandurah like never before.
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Artin Toys, Australia’s Electric Kids Ride-On Experts!

If you're looking for quality and expert buying advice and guidance when it comes to electric ride-ons, go-karts, and dirt bikes... Your first destination should be the Artin Toys showroom located in Osborne Park. They're not only Perth's, but Australia's, most knowledgeable experts for these quality and highly engaging toys. They've gained a reputation for offering an extensive range of premium licensed electric ride on cars and bikes, as well as, larger ATVs and Go-Karts for everyone in the family.
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Dive into Outback Splash’s NEW Lagoon!

Get ready for an unforgettable family adventure at Outback Splash in 2023! This summer, Outback Splash is making waves with its latest addition, "The Lagoon," creating a buzz among Perth families. As the temperatures rise, "The Lagoon" promises to be the ultimate oasis for visitors. Nestled in the heart of Outback Splash, this resort-style swimming pool is set to be the go-to spot for cooling off and relaxing. With its crystal-clear waters and lush surroundings, it's the perfect escape from the scorching Western Australian sun.
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2023 Brick Burger

2023 Brick Burger Perth

22 September - 22 October 2023 @ Sailing for Oranges, Fremantle

Discover Brick Burger!

Where the world of food and fun come together in unique, fun and exciting ways!

Brick Burger is a one-of-a-kind pop-up dining experience that allows you to unleash your creativity and build your burger masterpiece from a selection of colourful and delicious bricks.

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WAFL Grand Final Returns to Optus Stadium in 2023

Sunday 24 September 2023 | Optus Stadium

Highly anticipated 2023 WAFL Grand Fina, witness history unfold as fierce rivals battle it out for the ultimate chance to take out the Premiership Cup!

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2023 Source Kids Disability Expo

Oct 28th, 2023 @ 10:00 until Oct 29th, 2023 @ 15:00 | Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre

The Source Kids Disability Expo is coming to Perth in October for the third time.

Source Kids is Australia’s leading disability expo for kids, teens and young adults up to the age of 35 years, bringing endless FUN for everyone to enjoy.

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Cirque du Soleil CRYSTAL

15-24 September 2023 @ RAC Arena

Experience Cirque du Soleil’s signature style of acrobatics in uncharted territory with CRYSTAL – a breakthrough ice experience that blurs the boundaries between gliding sports and circus arts.

CRYSTAL invites you to suspend reality and glide into a world that springs to a colourful life with astounding visual projections, and an original score that seamlessly blends popular music with the signature sound of Cirque du Soleil.

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2023 Disney Princess - The Concert

Fri 20 Oct 2023 @ Riverside Theatre, Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre

For generations, the music of Disney's princesses has been the soundtrack to our lives. Now, for the first time, these beloved songs come to life on stage in Disney Princess – The Concert!

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Perth Observatory Night Sky Tour

7 – 23 Sept, 11:21 pm @ Perth Observatory

Come and explore the breathtaking night sky with our impressive collection of telescopes. Our knowledgeable volunteers will guide you on a grand tour of the most captivating celestial wonders in the Southern Hemisphere, including nebulas, dying stars, enormous star clusters, and the Moon and planets when visible.

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2023 International Festival of Speed | Perth

30 Sept, 9am @ CARCO.com.au Raceway

Set for Saturday 30 September 2023, this event is going to be WA’s biggest one-day motoring event.

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2023 Spring Farm Fair

26 - 30 Sep 2023 @ Claremont Showground

Claremont Showground will come alive with cuddly farm animals, agriculture, food and family fun!

Families can book a morning or afternoon session on each day of the fair. Numbers are limited for each session so BOOK NOW!

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Swan View Show

Sun, 1 Oct @ Brown Park, Swan View

The Swan View Show is a time-honored festival, having been held here at Brown Park since 1948. The show specializes in agriculture and flowers, but also features plenty of activities the whole family can enjoy, including rides, live entertainment, horse shows, and much more.

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Out of Perth | Things to do

Get out of the City this weekend!

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2023 Family Proms – Melodic Moves

16 September 2023 @ Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre

Experience the might and magic as Philharmonic South West Orchestra fill BREC’s Stage One with an eclectic mix of dance music from around the world and across the ages. More than 55 classical musicians, conducted and hosted by Maestro David Pye, will entertain, inspire and set us dancing. Selected pieces will be accompanied by dancers live on stage.

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2023 Cunderdin Hot Rod & Classic Car Show (WA)

2023 Cunderdin Hot Rod & Classic Car Show (WA)
Sat, 21 Oct @ Cunderdin Sport and Recreation Centre

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Come and see some of W.A.'s most amazing hot rods and classic cars converge at the Cunderdin Hot Rod & Classic Car Show

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Scarborough Sunset Markets | Now to 28 October 2023

It’s time to throw on your best ‘keep-warm woollies’ as our Winter Markets Season returns to Scarborough from Saturday 13 May. Every Saturday evening until 21 October, Scarborough will ignite into a cosy sanctuary of all your market faves along with a few new wintery delights. Those pesky winter blues are a thing of the past at the Scarborough Sunset Winter Markets; warm, intimate, extremely delicious and the ultimate spot to spend time with the whole gang.

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Date Night | Fun without the kids

When was your last date night?

Comedy, Chaos and Fine Dining Collides: Faulty Towers The Dining Experience coming to WA!

The international smash-hit, Faulty Towers The Dining Experience is returning to Western Australia from 8 to 26 August for its 13th year touring the state. Come and see for yourself why this is labelled "Immersive theatre at its startling best" (Best of Theatre, London 2019). Having sold out each year, the same is predicted again, so early booking is advised. Basil’s rude, Manuel’s confused and Sybil’s cracking the whip… all the while dishing up the laughs and a three-course meal. The world’s longest-running and most successful Fawlty Towers tribute, this unforgettable immersive show sees audiences become paying guests at the Faulty Towers hotel, ready for two hours of chaos, comedy and action.
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Be part of the most hilarious Wedding Reception! First Time in WA!

Interactive Theatre International (ITI) is proud to present the Western Australia premiere season of the brand-new comedy experience Confetti & Chaos from 10th – 14th October 2023. Brought to you by the people behind the global smash hit, Faulty Towers The Dining Experience, Confetti and Chaos is a totally immersive and highly improvised theatrical experience that invites audiences to become guests at a very surprise, not-so-civilised wedding reception.
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Experience the Timeless Passion of Love and Opera with 2023 La bohème by West Australian Opera

Get ready to be swept away by the timeless tale of love, heartache, and passion as the West Australian Opera presents their highly anticipated 2023 production of "La Bohème." Set against the picturesque backdrop of 19th-century Paris, this opera masterpiece is a captivating blend of romance, tragedy, and unforgettable music.
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2023 Cunderdin Hot Rod & Classic Car Show (WA)
Sat, 21 Oct @ Cunderdin Sport and Recreation Centre

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2023 Kings Park Festival

15 September - 01 October 2023 @ Kings Park

The Everlasting Kings Park Festival is coming back to celebrate the extraordinary diversity and beauty of Western Australia’s famous wildflowers - and it's our diamond anniversary!

A pink field of everlastings is only the start of the stunning show of flora in the Western Australian Botanic Garden.

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