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Perth Writers Festival Family Day

Join us for a series of literary events designed specially for kids that will dazzle your senses and fire up your imagination!

Get creative with hands-on workshops and artistic games in the Kids’ Courtyard, listen to much-loved stories come to life, take part in competitions and activities, get a book signed and ask your favourite author all those burning questions you’ve been dying to know the answer to.

Don’t forget to pack a picnic and settle in for a jam-packed day of literary delights for the whole family.

Featuring Leigh Hobbs, Felice Arena, Mem Fox, Carole Wilkinson, Barry Jonsberg, Tristan Bancks, Justine Larbalestier and many, many more!

For kids aged 1–12 and their families

Full program released Wed 28 Jan. Register to receive your copy

Supported By

  • Children and Young People's Program Partner
    Rio Tinto
  • City of Subiaco

Event Details

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  • When
    1 Mar: 9.30am
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    Entrees and Encores

    Present your ticket at some of the city’s premier bars and restaurants and extend your night beyond the show. Be it an entrée or encore, these participating venues help keep the night alive.

    Beck’s Music Box
    keep your night going and head to the Beck's Music Box for the best after parties this summer. See WA's best musicians, DJs and special guests free from 10.30pm.
    Sat 14 Feb - Sun 8 March - The Esplanade, Perth.

    Lamont's Wine Store Cottesloe
    pre or post show, Lamont's is offering a glass of wine and two tapas for $22.50 upon presentation of your ticket. In the classic "enoteca" fashion you will be able to purchase all the wines on the wine list for takeaway as well as ordering your favourite styles to stock your cellar.
    Go to www.lamonts.com.au for details and trading hours.

    Pure Bar
    pre or post show, Pure Bar is offering a tapas tasting plate for $15 upon presentation of your ticket. Enjoy the minimalist interior, friendly staff, delicious tapas and mouthwatering cocktails and more.
    331 Hay St, SUBIACO. Ph: 9382 3330
    Open Mon/Tue 8.30am-5pm, Wed-Fri 8.30am – midnight, Sat 5pm - midnight.

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  • Where

    Perth Writers Festival Precinct, UWA

    Perth Writers Festival Precinct, UWA

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    Phone: (08) 6488 5555

    Perth Writers Festival literary hub is on the idyllic setting of the UWA Crawley campus.

    Facilities
    Situated near the Arts Faculty the Perth Writers Festival hub provides easy access to sessions, great cafe for lunch, coffee or a chat over a glass of wine and an extensive bookshop.
     

    Transport
    Located at the University of WA Campus on Stirling Highway, and is serviced by buses on both Stirling Highway and Mounts Bay Road. There is a set down / pick up point behind the theatre suitable for cars, taxis, maxi taxis & small buses. Enter off Hackett Drive adjacent to University House.
    Transperth Infoline: 13 62 13

    Parking
    Ticketed parking is available on campus. Charges may apply. Free parking is available in the evenings and weekends. Campus map

    Access
    For access information visit the UWA Website.
     

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    6488 5555