What’s on in Perth in the Christmas holidays: Carols, rock’n’roll and a whole bunch of parties

Carols in the City

Today, 6:30pm to 9:30pm, Supreme Court Gardens, Perth

We are approaching peak Christmas cheer, so why not belt out a few festive tunes in the heart of the city? Bring a picnic rug, enjoy the pre-show entertainment and visit the big guy in Santaland. There are food and drinks available to purchase and a fireworks display to wrap things up at the end of the evening.

Free

Abbe May Clam Rattler single launch party

Today, 8pm, Mojos Bar, North Fremantle

Fremantle rocker Abbe May is launching her fiery new single Clam Rattler, from her upcoming album Wet Denim. Get stuck into some 90s alt-rock vibes with bold riffs and bouncy guitar tones that celebrate the glory of rock’n’roll. May’s trio will be joined by Dan Howls, Elana Stone, KT Rumble, and Cowbelles.

Tickets $36.90 from Moshtix

Super Saturday at ICF

Today, 5pm, Ice Cream Factory, Northbridge

There are bold claims by organisers that this will be the biggest Saturday night of the year. Depends what kind of year you’ve had, but with many people finishing up work on the Friday, and this pop-up event space promising great tunes, multiple bars, food spots and more across their 7000sqm site, it will no doubt be a huge party.

Tickets $49.90 to $129.90 from Moshtix.

Gravy Day — Celebrating The Paul Kelly Xmas Song With WA faves

Today, 8pm, The Bird, Northbridge

If the calendar flicks over to the 21st of December and you don’t start singing “. . .soon they’ll be ringing the last bells. . .” are you even Aussie? A bunch of WA bands are getting together for a big pre-Christmas gig paying tribute to Paul Kelly’s classic tune. Catch Sugar Wife, Split Seconds, Stacey Ann, Shorehaven and DJ Holly Doll.

Tickets $15 at the door.

FAC Yeah! Community Choir with Natalie Gillespie

Tomorrow, 2pm, Fremantle Arts Centre Front Garden, Fremantle

Grab a picnic rug and enjoy the sunshine and some great music from this community choir led by Natalie Gillespie. Freo musicians Dave Brewer on guitar, Karl Florisson on bass and Ric Eastman on drums will be accompanying the singers.

Free

The Left Bank Xmas Eve 2024

Tuesday, 12pm, The Left Bank, East Fremantle

The massive annual Christmas Eve party at this riverside pub kicks off once again. There is a solid line-up of local live music this year, including Old Mervs, Sam McGovern, RubyHoo, Lazy Haze, Twelve Parsecs, Feel Estate and Ben Renna, among others.

Tickets $60 to $70 from leftbank.com.au.