Wildhood Festival 26
WILDHOOD Festival 26 is a children's festival of imagination and adventure for families with young children.
THECITYBRIEF
Perth
What's On in Perth – Events This Week & Things To Do
Subscribe now for a free, weekly personalised email on what's going on in Perth.
Delivered every Thursday.
By subscribing, you agree to receive weekly emails from The City Brief. You can unsubscribe anytime.
Free forever. No spam.
We've sent a confirmation email. Click the link in your email to complete your subscription.
Only for Perth and what matters to you.
One email. Every Thursday. No noise.
No spam, no cost.
Perth's character comes through its enduring structures , from the Stone of Destiny at Scone to the clock tower of Perth Town Hall. Along the River Tay, views from Kinnoull and events on South Inch keep the city active. Yet amid constant digital noise, it’s easy to overlook a sound-and-light show in Faskally Wood or a pipe band event on South Inch.
We highlight what matters most each week , no scrolling required. Just the best moments curated for you.
A peek inside recent issues
Events in Perth This Weekend
Kinross-shire Trishaws And Community Cycling Open Day
The event offers adaptive cycling opportunities and promotes community involvement in Kinross-shire.
Events in Perth This Week
Scottish Disability Sport National Junior Athletics Championships 2026
National junior athletics championships for disabled athletes held in Perth and Kinross.
Wildhood Festival 26
WILDHOOD Festival 26 is a children's festival of imagination and adventure for families with young children.
Kinross-shire Trishaws And Community Cycling Open Day
The event offers adaptive cycling opportunities and promotes community involvement in Kinross-shire.
Explore Events by Category
Looking for something specific in Perth?
What Readers Are Saying
The City Brief keeps me in the loop on local events. I never miss a thing anymore.
A newsletter that actually covers what's happening and not full of ads. Highly recommend.
Simple, useful, and delivered right to my inbox. Exactly what I needed.
It's the main place I check to see what's on at the weekend. Saves me doom-scrolling through everything else.
The City Brief makes it easy to spot the good stuff before everyone else does.
Upcoming Events by Category
Culture & Arts
Julie Fowlis
Singer Julie Fowlis performs a live concert at Perth Theatre.
Inexperience
The play 'Inexperience' will be performed at Perthshire Events, exploring themes of youth.
Scone Palace Jousting Tournament
Scone Palace hosts a medieval jousting tournament on the historic grounds where King James IV was crowned.
Birnam Arts Volunteer Week
Birnam Arts hosts a volunteer week offering opportunities to support local arts initiatives.
Lear
Shakespeare's 'Lear' is performed at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 4 July to 1 August 2026.
Fitness & Outdoors
Red Star Games 2026 - Disability Track & Field
Disability track and field event held as part of the Red Star Games 2026 in Perth and Kinross.
Tayside Disability Swim Gala For Beginners 2026
The Tayside Disability Swim Gala offers a beginner-friendly swimming event for people with disabilities.
East Disability Badminton Competition 2026
The East Disability Badminton Competition 2026 will be held, providing opportunities for disabled athletes.
Basketball Scotland 3x3 Regional Junior Championships
Young basketball players compete in the Basketball Scotland 3x3 Regional Junior Championships.
Food & Drink
Child And Youth Studies And Child And Youth Studies With Community Learning And…
An online open day for undergraduate courses in child and youth studies with community learning and development.
Nightlife & Music
Perth Gold Cup Day
Perth Racecourse hosts Gold Cup Day, showcasing top-class horse racing with jockeys and fans from across the UK and Ireland.
80S & 90s Over 30s Daytime Clubbing - Perth, Scotland
A daytime clubbing event featuring 80s and 90s music for adults over 30 in Perth, Scotland.
European Pipe Band Championships 2026
The European Pipe Band Championships will feature food, trade stands, and family entertainment.
Shopping & Markets
Strathearn Better Place to Live Fair
A community fair in Strathearn promoting local living, services, and initiatives.
Midsummer Flower Crowns
Participants can learn to create traditional flower crowns at this Midsummer workshop.
Featured Places in Perth
Restaurant
Aphrodite RestaurantAphrodite Restaurant on George Street in Perth offers Mediterranean-inspired Greek cuisine.
View Info →Food & Drink
Balajee PlusBalajee Plus is a food and drink venue on Perth's High Street, known for its consistently spiced South Asian street fare.
View Info →Coffee Shop
Blend Coffee LoungeBlend Coffee Lounge on High Street in Perth is a community-focused coffee shop.
View Info →Café
Bob & BertsYou can find Bob & Berts on High Street in Perth, just outside the city.
View Info →Food & Drink
BramblersBramblers is on Beaufort Street in North Perth, offering reliable coffee and simple meals.
View Info →Perth Places And Events Guides
Things to do in Perth
You can find live music at North Inch and family-friendly food events like the monthly Perth Farmers’ Market, held at South Inch Car Park. Things to do in Perth range from visiting historic sites such as Scone Palace to experiencing seasonal shows like The Enchanted Forest in Faskally Woods. Events across Perth cover a variety of interests , including culture and arts, Fitness & Outdoors, Shopping & Markets markets, and night-time entertainment spread through neighbourhoods like City Centre and Northbridge.
Outdoor music festivals take place on the River Tay at South Inch, while family activities are hosted in green spaces such as Kings Park. Theatre performances occur near Perth Town Hall, and food experiences including markets use venues like Elizabeth Quay to host local stalls. Seasonal sound-and-light displays attract visitors from across Scotland.
The site helps you find what’s happening this week or over the weekend by listing events in categories such as Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, Family & Kids, and Food & Drink. You can explore venues including North Inch, South Inch, Perth City Centre, and Elizabeth Quay through dedicated local guides that highlight accessibility and timing. This allows you to plan activities around specific days or locations across the city’s key areas.
Common Perth Questions
What kinds of events happen in Perth during the week?
Perth hosts a diverse range of weekly events across categories like Culture & Arts, Food & Drink, Fitness & Outdoors, and Shopping & Markets. Common occurrences include theatre performances at venues such as The State Theatre Centre, food festivals featuring local producers, markets held on South Inch Car Park, and community exhibitions in Perth City Centre. These activities are featured consistently throughout the week within our listings.
Where do most events take place in Perth?
Most events occur across key neighbourhoods including City Centre and Northbridge, which serve as hubs for commercial, civic, and entertainment activity. Landmarks such as South Inch and North Inch provide scenic green spaces used regularly for festivals and public gatherings. The urban core of Perth, encompassing areas like Elizabeth Quay and the Council Building at 2 High Street, also hosts cultural events due to its concentration of mixed-use buildings and historic venues.
Are there family-friendly things to do in Perth?
Yes, several options cater specifically to families across Perth. South Inch is a major green space used for seasonal activities including children’s festivals and community gatherings. North Inch offers historical parkland with inclusive event spaces suitable for all ages. Family-oriented experiences are also available at venues like the AK Bell Library, which hosts events tied to local history archives and literary displays.
What nightlife and music events happen in Perth?
Nightlife & Music events take place across several city areas including City Centre, Northbridge, and near major landmarks such as Perth Arena. These include live performances by musicians featured on our platform’s listings , such as Tom Stade or Daniel Sloss: Bitter , as well as late-night cultural experiences hosted at theatres like The State Theatre Centre.
How can I find events happening this week or this weekend in Perth?
You can explore current event offerings using the site's dedicated 'this week' and 'this weekend' guides, which highlight activities across all categories including Culture & Arts, Nightlife & Music, Food & Drink, Shopping & Markets. Listings are filtered by venue type , such as City Centre or South Inch , or area like Northbridge to help you discover what’s happening locally this coming period without needing specific dates.