EVENTS
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!
Win Market Dollars
Saturday 6 June & Sunday 7 June | 10am - 2pm
Who doesn’t love a little extra spending money?
Here’s how to enter:
🛍 Spend $5 or more at any stall
🎟 Receive an entry ticket
🪣 Pop it in the giveaway barrel
💸 You could WIN $20 Market Dollars
That means more shopping, more treats, and more reasons to spend your weekend wandering the market.
Enjoy delicious food, unique stalls, local finds, family-friendly fun, and your chance to win while you shop.
📍 Swan Settlers Market – 124 Lennard St, Herne Hill
🗓 Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 June
⏰ Draws every hour from 10am – 2pm
Bring the family, grab a bite, shop local and see if luck is on your side this weekend.
Eat. Drink. Shop. Play.
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.
Winter Wonder Weekend
4th & 5th July| 10am - 4pm
Looking for school holiday fun in the Swan Valley? Join us for the Winter Wonder Weekend at Swan Settlers Market with Neurospicy Kidz on Saturday 4 & Sunday 5 July from 10am – 4pm for a weekend packed with family-friendly fun.
Kids can dive into messy play, enjoy the bouncing castle, get their faces painted, take part in a scavenger hunt, and discover plenty more activities designed to keep little ones entertained all day long. Best of all, entry is FREE. Make a day of it with delicious food, coffee, shopping, and play areas, all in our family-friendly indoor market setting – perfect for winter weekends in Perth. 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.
Swan Valley Plus Size Fashion & Flair
Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th July | 9am - 4pm
Rock your curves and celebrate confidence, vintage style, and fabulous fashion in the Swan Valley.
Swan Valley Plus Size Fashion & Flair is coming to Swan Settlers Market for a stylish weekend celebrating plus-size fashion for women and men, sizes 14–24.
Shop, connect, and enjoy a fun retro-inspired weekend filled with fashion, dancing, music, and confidence.
Saturday 25 July
Miss Lady Lace Pinup Parade
Line Dancing
Sunday 26 July
Curvique Vintage Fashion Parade
Let’s Rock On Dancers
Live Music
Plus Size Fashion Market
Browse plus-size fashion and accessories for women and men, discover new styles, shop vintage-inspired looks, and enjoy a welcoming, confidence-filled atmosphere.
Psychic & Healing Fair
Sat 15 & Sun 16 August | 9:30am - 4pm
Looking for a weekend to slow down, reconnect, and explore something a little different?
Spend the day exploring psychic and medium readings, tarot and oracle cards, and a range of holistic healing practices, including Reiki, pranic healing, and energy therapies designed to restore calm, clarity, and balance.
Browse a thoughtfully curated collection of spiritual and wellness stalls featuring crystals, gemstone jewellery, candles, smudge sticks, mindful home décor, Feng Shui pieces, and unique finds to support harmony and positive energy.
Entry is just $2, with all proceeds proudly donated to Beyond Blue, helping support mental health and wellbeing across Australia.
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.