EVENTS
Live Music Sundays
12pm - 2pm
Live Music Sundays – May at Swan Settlers Market
As the Swan Valley settles into autumn, there’s no better time to slow down, soak up the atmosphere, and enjoy live music in one of the prettiest pockets of the valley.
Join us every Sunday in May from 12pm – 2pm for a relaxed afternoon of great tunes, good food, and easy weekend vibes.
Make a day of it while you’re here — grab something delicious from our international food hall, enjoy a drink in the wine cellar, or try your hand at axe throwing for something a little different.
Free entry. Family-friendly. No bookings needed.
Settle into your Sunday and make it a regular in the Swan Valley.
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Psychic & Healing Fair
16th & 17th May
Take a break from the everyday and immerse yourself in a soulful weekend of intuition, balance, and self-care in the heart of the Swan Valley.
Meet gifted psychics and mediums, explore tarot and oracle readings, and experience a range of holistic healing practices, including Reiki, pranic healing, and energy therapies designed to restore calm and clarity.
Wander through a beautifully curated collection of spiritual and wellness stalls featuring crystals, candles, smudge sticks, and mindful home décor to support positive energy and harmonious living.
Entry is just $2, with all proceeds proudly donated to Beyond Blue to support mental health and wellbeing across Australia.
Anzac Experience with Charlie Koala & Dr Rod
16th & 17th May | 9am - 3pm
Join us for a special weekend at Swan Settlers Market as Charlie Koala presents a truly unique piece of living history - Dr. Rod Thelander’s ANZAC Jeep, recently featured in the 2026 Perth ANZAC Day Parade.
This iconic vehicle helped transport SASR veterans during the parade, and now you have the opportunity to see it up close, learn its story, and get your photo alongside Dr. Rod’s 1944 Willys MB Jeep - a moment to remember.
Bring the kids, bring the family, and take a moment to reflect, learn, and appreciate the stories behind the service.
🎟️ Free Photo Op - $5 donations receive a Mythic Australia Gift Pack (valued at $10)
A meaningful, family-friendly weekend experience in the heart of the Swan Valley.
We look forward to welcoming you.
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Cosplay Market & Competition
23 May | 11 am - 3 pm
After an incredible response last year, Perth’s first dedicated Cosplay Market & Competition is back by popular demand. Get ready for a high-energy day celebrating cosplay, creativity, and community right here in the Swan Valley.
Whether you're a cosplayer, collector, or fan, you’ll find something to love. From unique handmade pieces to secondhand costumes and cosplay essentials.
Vendor Information:
Selling cosplay-related items such as wigs, secondhand cosplays, materials, patterns, and more
Table Fee: $30 | Bookings essential
Entry: Gold coin donation
All profits raised will be donated to SABBR - The Staffy and Bully Breed Rescue Inc.
Proudly Sponsored by: Playbyproxy
Dress up, meet fellow enthusiasts, shop incredible stalls, and be part of one of Perth’s most colourful and creative events.
Face Painting - long weekend
30 May 12pm - 2pm
Long Weekend plans sorted 🎨
Face Painting Fun is happening at Swan Settlers Market on Saturday 30 May from 12pm to 2pm — the perfect way to kick off a fun-filled family weekend.
Bring the kids along to get colourful and creative as they’re transformed into their favourite characters, all while enjoying the relaxed, lively atmosphere of the market.
Make a full day of it (or better yet, a full weekend). With so much happening across the long weekend, it’s the ideal place to eat, drink, shop, and play.
Whether you’re popping in for a few hours or settling in for the day, there’s plenty to keep everyone entertained.
Free
Bring the family, invite your friends, and make the most of the long weekend with us.
Messy Play
Monday 1st June 10 am - 4 pm
Join us this Public Holiday Monday, 1st June, for a colourful, hands-on day of fun designed especially for little ones.
Start the day with sensory-friendly messy play from 10 am – 12 pm, creating a calm and inclusive space for neurodivergent children to explore and enjoy.
Then dive into a full day of fun:
Messy Play - Slime Pit
Art Corner
Bubble Station
Face Painting
Scavenger Hunt
Best of all - FREE ENTRY.
Live Music June
12pm - 2pm
As the cooler days settle into the Swan Valley, it’s the perfect time to slow down, get cosy, and enjoy live music in a warm and welcoming setting.
Join us every in June from 12 pm – 2 pm for relaxed afternoons filled with great local tunes, good food, and easy weekend vibes.
Make a day of it while you’re here - grab something delicious from our International Food Hall, enjoy a wine, beer, or a cocktail from Sin Gin Distillery, or try your hand at axe throwing for something a little different.
Free entry. Family-friendly. No bookings needed.
Settle into your Sunday and make it a winter ritual in the Swan Valley. Oh and let's not forget Line Dancing!
Animal Farm
Saturday13 June | 10am - 2pm
Bring the kids along to meet and interact with a range of friendly farm animals including sheep, goats, bunnies, chickens, guinea pigs, and more. It’s the perfect chance for little ones to enjoy gentle animal encounters, snap some cute photos, and experience a relaxed, family-friendly day out in the Swan Valley.
And that’s not all — the Military Expo is also happening on the same day, making it an action-packed outing for the whole family. Explore military displays, vehicles, and interactive exhibits while the kids enjoy all the fun of the farm animals.
Free entry
A wholesome family day out filled with animals, adventure, and plenty of fun for the kids.
Military Expo
13 & 14th June | 9am - 3pm
History comes alive this June as the WA 10th Light Horse Association brings an unforgettable World War I Military Expo to the Swan Valley for a powerful weekend of heritage, stories, and hands-on experiences for the whole family.
Witness incredible living history displays from the Westralian Great War Living History Association, where reenactors portray the courage, sacrifice, and everyday realities of Australian soldiers and nurses during the Great War.
Discover the remarkable role animals played during wartime with the Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation, sharing moving stories of the loyal horses and dogs who served alongside our troops.
Throughout the weekend, explore authentic military displays, historical equipment, vehicles, and interactive exhibits that transport you back to a defining moment in history.
Snakes & Reptiles
21st June | 12pm - 2pm
Get ready for a wild day out as reptiles and snakes take over Swan Settlers Market.
Bring the kids along to get up close and personal with some amazing critters, including slithery snakes, wiggly lizards, turtles, and frogs. It’s a hands-on experience packed with fun, learning, and plenty of excitement for animal lovers of all ages.
While the kids enjoy the reptile fun, adults can relax with live music, delicious food, drinks, shopping, and a laid-back Sunday atmosphere in the Swan Valley.
Make a full day of it:
– International food hall
– Live music
– Unique market stalls
– Playground and family fun
A fun, family-friendly Sunday adventure with free entry. We’ll see you there.
Chicken & Ribs Smoke-off
21st June | 10am - 4pm
Come down and watch the competition teams fire up their smokers, smell the BBQ drifting through the market, and enjoy delicious American-style BBQ served up by the SMOKR BBQ food truck.
It’s not just about the BBQ either - The Perth Reptile Company will be bringing their family-friendly Snakes & Reptiles Exhibition to the market, making it a fantastic day out for all ages.
Bring the family, grab some BBQ, and soak up the smoke-filled atmosphere at Swan Settlers Market.
Oddities & Curiosities Fair
27 & 28 June | 10am - 4pm
For one weekend only, Swan Settlers Market transforms into a world of the weird, wonderful, and beautifully unusual.
Wander through a curated collection of stalls showcasing:
🖤 Gothic & alternative art
🔮 Witchy, spiritual & metaphysical goods
💀 Handmade oddities & curiosities
✨ Crystals, collectibles & one-of-a-kind finds
📚 Bookish, fantasy & fandom-inspired creations
This is more than a market - it’s an experience.
Expect a visually striking atmosphere, unique shopping you won’t find anywhere else, and a community of creators and collectors who celebrate the darker, more curious side of creativity.
Live music July
Sundays 12pm - 2pm
Winter has arrived in the Swan Valley, and there’s no better way to spend a cosy afternoon than with live music, warm food, and great company at Swan Settlers Market.
Join us throughout July from 12 pm – 2 pm for relaxed weekend sessions filled with live local music, delicious food, and easy winter vibes - all indoors, rain or shine.
As an indoor market, Swan Settlers Market is the perfect winter destination. Stay warm while you enjoy lunch from our International Food Hall, a wine, beer, or cocktail from the Wine Cellar, and even a round of axe throwing for something a little different.
Free entry. Family-friendly. No bookings needed.
Good music. Warm food. Winter vibes.
We can’t wait to welcome you this July at Swan Settlers Market.
Line Dancing in The Valley
4 July| 12 pm
Kick up your heels and join us for a fun-filled afternoon of line dancing in the heart of the Swan Valley!
Whether you’re a total beginner or already know your steps, this session is open to all levels - just come along, have a go, and enjoy the vibe.
FREE ENTRY - just register so we know numbers
Settle in for a great day out while you’re here - grab something delicious from the international food hall, enjoy a drink, throw an axe, and make the most of everything the market has to offer.
No bookings needed, just bring your friends (and your best boots ).
Eat. Drink. Shop. Play.
Anime in the Valley
11 & 12 July | 10am - 4pm
Power up your cosplay. Enter the fandom arc. Main character energy only.
Perth’s favourite anime event is back, and it’s going full shōnen mode. Whether you’re a seasoned cosplayer, casual fan, or just discovering your next obsession - this is your moment.
What’s Waiting for You:
Cosplay Comp - Sunday showdown! Bring your A-game and serve looks worthy of an anime finale.
Live Music Sunday - Soundtrack your day while you shop, pose, and soak it all in.
Anime Central - From classics to current arcs, dive into the worlds you love.
Merch & Market Finds - Rare finds, handmade pieces, and fandom must-haves.
Fan Zone - Talk theories, meet your people, and build your squad.
Entry: FREE
Anime in the Valley - Cosplay Comp
Sunday12 July | 1:30pm
Calling all main characters, sidekicks, villains, and final bosses – it’s time to suit up and take the stage. The Cosplay Showdown is back, and this time it’s your moment to unlock legendary status.
1:30 pm – Cosplayers assemble (meet beside the stage)
2:00 pm – Showdown begins
Bring your hype squad and cheer like it’s the final episode – every hero needs backup.
Categories up for grabs:
Best in Showdown
Runner-Up
Judges’ Choice (aka Senpai’s Pick)
How to enter:
Free entry. Register on the day at the Play By Proxy table.
What’s at stake:
Epic prizes, ultimate bragging rights, and a storyline worthy of a season finale. Whether you win or not, you’re still the main character.
Animal Farm
Saturday 18th July | 10am - 2pm
Bring the kids along to meet and interact with a range of friendly farm animals, including sheep, goats, bunnies, chickens, guinea pigs, and more. It’s the perfect chance for little ones to enjoy gentle animal encounters, snap some cute photos, and experience a relaxed, family-friendly day out in the Swan Valley.
Free entry
Make a full day of it while you’re here - grab a coffee, enjoy the international food hall, browse the market stalls, and let the kids explore the playground and market atmosphere.
Rain or shine, the fun goes on. As an indoor market, Swan Settlers Market is the perfect school holiday destination no matter the weather.
A wholesome family day out filled with animals, laughter, and plenty of school holiday fun for the kids.
Home & Garden Fair
17 & 18 October | 10am - 4pm
Join us for the Home & Garden Fair, proudly brought to you in collaboration with Luna May Designs and Pun-Ny Pots.
A vibrant weekend filled with plants, homewares, garden inspiration, handmade creations, outdoor living ideas, and beautiful local finds.
🪴 Discover unique plants, pots, décor, artisan goods, sustainable living ideas, and creative small businesses.
🌸 Explore a carefully curated mix of exhibitors and boutique stalls.
🍔 Enjoy delicious food, coffee, sweet treats, live entertainment, and the relaxed Swan Valley atmosphere.
🛍️ Find beautiful pieces for your home, garden, patio, or next creative project.
🌿 Support local makers, growers, artists, and small businesses.