City of Perth Twilight Hawkers Market

The City of Perth Twilight Hawkers Market started back in January 2011 and it went on for a week. It was so popular that in November of that year (see post here) the council decided to bring it back to life. In fact, they expanded it to last the whole of the summer season. Since then it has grown, both in length that the market is on for, the size of the market, the number of stalls, and of course the number of crowds.

It's on once week, on Friday night starting at 5pm in Forrest Chase. There are foods from every nation possible. Mexican, Malaysian, Korean, Japanese, hot dogs - bratwurst or if you like Snags and Sons, satays, South American cuisines, cajuns, ribs etc. They even have dessert stands ranging from macaroons, ice creams, donuts, frozen yogurt etc. In fact you can even get fresh coconut and fruits!

 

 

  

 

 

 

The atmosphere is electric, filled with life, laughter, buskers, music and of course the smell of delicious food. Be prepared to bring ample cash as eftpos is not available. The price of dishes can range from $5 to $10.

 

 

All I can say is, I'm glad City of Perth arranges something like this. It brings people outside, it brings people together and it's just nice to enjoy the balmy summer evenings that Perth is so famously known for.

The markets are located at Forrest Place, Perth city every Friday from November right through until start of April. There are still a few Fridays left so check it out. Get in early and bet the crowds, with the markets opening at 5pm.