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Every place has a story. Come and discover the people behind it.
Take a journey through Western Australia like never before with Walk the Story, an immersive installation brought to life by Showscreens.
As you wander along a beautifully illuminated pathway, towering digital screens will transport you across our incredible State, showcasing the landscapes, communities and personal stories that make Western Australia so special.
At the heart of the experience is Voices of WA, a storytelling project capturing the real voices and lived experiences of people from six regional communities. Through powerful imagery, sound and heartfelt storytelling, discover what home, culture and connection mean to the people who know these places best.
More than just a walk, it's a chance to see WA through someone else's eyes and discover the stories that connect us all.
Voices of WA is a Celebrate WA initiative delivered in partnership with the WA Museum, Centre for Stories and SOCO Studios, with the installation brought to life by Showscreens.
Pop Up. Party. Dodgeball!
Born in a Perth sporting clubroom and now bringing the fun to every corner of the state, from Port Hedland to Albany, the Dodgy Bros are proud to be part of WA Day! Jump into our custom inflatable arena and dodge, dip and dance your way through fast-paced games to a pumping party playlist.
With super safe soft foam balls, absolutely anyone can play. Young or old, sporty or not, whether you’ve been a West Aussie for generations or just arrived, there’s a spot on the team for you. Strangers walk in and walk out sharing high fives and laughs, unlikely heroes are made, and stories of triumph and defeat get told long after the final whistle.
There’s no better way to celebrate the people who make WA home than getting active and having a laugh together. Come and step into the arena!

⛳ Hole in One Challenge – Win Cash & Take Your Shot at a Brand-New Car!
Think you've got what it takes to hit a hole in one? Here's your chance to prove it, with a growing cash jackpot up for grabs and the chance to tee off to win a brand-new car!
Head down to Burswood Park for the WA Day Festival and take on a golf challenge like no other, hitting balls out over the Swan River towards a floating target barge.
For just $10 for one shot or $20 for three, you could walk away with some serious cash!
💰 Hit a hole in one and win the cash jackpot! The jackpot keeps climbing throughout the day, with the prize getting bigger and bigger until someone nails that perfect shot!
🚗 And there's a brand-new car up for grabs! Nail a hole in one on Saturday 21 November and you could get your name on Sunday's tee sheet, booking yourself a shot at driving away in a brand-new car!
A portion of proceeds will also go towards Telethon, so every swing helps support a great cause.
🏌️ $10 for 1 shot | $20 for 3 shots
📍 Charles Paterson Park, Burswood Park
📅 Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 November
Chip in for WA. You could drive away a winner!
T&Cs and eligibility criteria apply. Cash jackpot amount varies and resets following a winning shot. Places in Sunday's car prize final are limited and subject to availability.
Come hungry! Eat Street is serving up a world of flavour, with some of Western Australia’s best food trucks dishing up everything from international eats and street food favourites to sweet treats and festival classics.
With over 50 food trucks across the Festival, you’ll be spoilt for choice! You’ll find most of them in Eat Street, but don’t worry, we’ll have plenty more scattered throughout both parks to keep those cravings satisfied wherever your Festival adventures take you.
So grab a bite, try something new and taste your way around the world without ever leaving Burswood Park!
The carnival rides are back – and they’re completely FREE!
Get ready for all the thrills, spins and excitement, with carnival favourites like Dodgem Cars, Jurassic Temple, Camelot Temple, Cup and Saucer and Taxi Jets all ready for action!
From little adventurers to big thrill-seekers, there’s something for everyone, with FREE rides popping up across the Festival. That means all the carnival fun without spending a cent!
And the fun doesn’t stop there! We’ve got some exciting new additions to the family entertainment line-up still to come. Stay tuned!



Ready for the thrill of throwing an axe? MANIAX Axe Throwing and their awesome coaches will be on site to help you sharpen your skills and write your own legend in the lanes. With traditional axes and arenas as well as an inflatable option, fun and glory is there to be had for all Vikings, young and old!

Show Ski WA is Western Australia's water ski show team, performing at events across the state and internationally. Our skiers take to the river with human pyramids, ballet routines, and high speed stunts, all set to music and live commentary. It's fast, colourful and a great one for the whole family.
The WA Day Festival is a free, family-friendly celebration of everything that makes Western Australia great — our people, places and shared achievements.
In 2026, the WA Day Festival will return to Burswood Park on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November, bringing Western Australians together for a huge weekend of free entertainment, live music, family activities, sport, food and fireworks. While WA Day has traditionally been celebrated on the first Monday in June, the Perth Festival has moved to November. From 2028, the WA Day public holiday is proposed to permanently move to the second Monday in November. The Festival brings together Western Australians from every background and community to celebrate the people, stories and experiences that make our state unique.Yes! The WA Day Festival is free to attend, with free carnival rides, activities and activations, live entertainment, music and fireworks across the weekend.
You’ll only need to pay for any food, drinks, showbags or merchandise you choose to purchase while you’re there.Yes! Free Festival parking is planned at McCallum Park and Taylor Reserve, with access via Taylor Street and McCallum Lane off Canning Highway. Paid parking is also available at Crown Perth.
ACROD parking will be available at Crown Perth’s P3 Car Park and McCallum Park for valid ACROD permit holders.