Must-see entertainment in Western Australia

  • The Moon, Northbridge.

    Moon

    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…

  • His Majesty's Theatre

    His Majesty's Theatre

    Perth

    The majestic home to the West Australian Ballet and West Australian Opera, as well as lots of theatre, comedy and cabaret.

  • Optus Stadium

    Perth

    Perth's new 60,000-seat riverside stadium and its surrounding, family-friendly park (think playground, BBQs, sculptures) opened in January 2018. Big…

  • State Theatre Centre

    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…

  • Rooftop Movies

    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…

  • Badlands Bar

    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…

  • Somerville Auditorium

    Perth

    A quintessential Perth experience, the Perth Festival's international film program is held outdoors, on the University of WA's beautiful grounds,…

  • Red Earth Arts Precinct

    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…

  • Town Beach Night Markets

    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.

  • Dongara Denison Drive-In

    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…

  • Kookaburra Outdoor Cinema

    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…

  • Diver's Tavern

    Broome

    Diver's pumps most nights and if you're camped anywhere nearby, you'll know it. The Sunday Session jams are legendary.

  • Universal, Northbridge.

    Universal

    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…

  • Regal Theatre, Subiaco.

    Regal Theatre

    Perth

    A heritage art-deco theatre hosting popular musicals, stage shows and festival events.

  • Lazy Susan's Comedy Den

    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…

  • Luna

    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…

  • Charles Hotel

    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…

  • Ellington Jazz Club

    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…

  • WACA

    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.

  • RAC Arena

    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 Concert Hall

    Perth

    Home to the Western Australian Symphony Orchestra, this brutalist-style building also hosts big-name international acts, musicals and comedians.

  • Reading Cinemas

    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',…

  • Camelot Outdoor Cinema

    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…

  • Twin Cinema

    Broome

    Sun Pictures' modern sibling in the industrial estate screens mostly mainstream family-friendly films. Tuesdays is cheap night.

  • Amplifier

    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.)

  • HBF Park

    Perth

    Home to Perth Glory soccer (football) and Western Force rugby.

  • Moonlight Cinema

    Perth

    In summer bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy a romantic moonlit movie. Booking ahead online is recommended.

  • Rosemount Hotel

    Perth

    Local and international bands play regularly in this spacious art deco pub with a laid-back beer garden.

  • Cinema Paradiso

    Perth

    Art-house, independent and foreign movies are shown at this cinema in the heart of Northbridge.

  • Astor

    Perth

    The beautiful art-deco Astor no longer screens films but is used for concerts and comedy gigs.

  • Western Force

    Perth

    Local rugby team in the Super 18 competition. They usually lose to the New Zealand teams.

  • Roebuck Bay Hotel

    Broome

    Party central, The Roey's labyrinthine bars offer sports, live music, DJs and cocktails.

  • Subiaco Arts Centre

    Perth

    Indoor and outdoor theatres used for drama, concerts and festival shows.

  • Queens Park Theatre

    West Coast Australia

    Lots of live entertainment, staging theatre, comedy and concerts.

  • Orana Cinemas

    West Coast Australia

    Head here for the latest flicks.

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