Fringe Fever and Perth Festival Lights: Your Ultimate Saturday in the City

A Super Saturday of Arts and Culture

Perth is currently in the heart of its most vibrant season, with two major international arts festivals overlapping to transform the city into a playground of creativity. Whether you are looking for early morning markets, immersive theater, or spectacular light displays, Saturday, 7 February 2026, offers an incredible lineup of local events.

Morning Markets and Community Vibes

Start your Saturday morning with the fresh air and local produce of Perth’s premier markets. The Kalamunda Artisan Market is a highlight today, running from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Central Mall. It features over 100 stalls showcasing handmade crafts, local gourmet foods, and unique wellness products. Closer to the coast, the Summer X Salt Markets take over Trigg Beach, offering a beachside shopping experience with a focus on sustainability and ocean-friendly brands. For those in the western suburbs, the Mount Claremont Farmers Market continues its weekly tradition of providing the best seasonal fruit, vegetables, and artisan breads.

The Dual Festival Experience: Fringe and Perth Festival

The city is buzzing with the FRINGE WORLD Festival, now in full swing. If you are in Northbridge, head to The Blue Room Theatre, which is hosting a massive lineup of independent works today, including Bush Chook and The Colour of Trees. For a unique comedy experience, look for George Glass - Dial M For Mushrooms, performing evening sets at select Fringe hubs.

As the sun sets, the Perth Festival takes center stage. Don't miss the Karla Bidi community experience, a brand-new soundscape and light installation that illuminates the Swan River with glowing beacons from 7:30 PM. Meanwhile, the Perth Town Hall has been reimagined as The Embassy, a nostalgic festival hub inspired by the dance halls of the '70s and '80s, offering jazz, blues, and soul performances alongside classic cocktails.

Evening Entertainment and Outdoor Cinema

The Wanneroo Festival is a must for families tonight. Held at the Wanneroo Showgrounds from 5:00 PM, this free community event features multicultural food, carnival rides, and a spectacular drone display after dark. If you prefer a night at the movies, Rooftop Movies in Northbridge is screening the popular musical Wicked: For Good under the stars, while the Lotterywest Films season continues at UWA Somerville with a screening of Sound of Falling.

• Kalamunda Artisan Market: Central Mall, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Wanneroo Festival: Wanneroo Showgrounds, from 5:00 PM (Free)
• Karla Bidi Light Path: Swan River foreshore, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
• Rooftop Movies: Northbridge, doors open 6:00 PM