Saturdays 4 & 18 September (fortnightly)
The new Mundaring Garden and Farmers Market celebrates garden and fresh produce with some amazing local businesses.

Located near Sculpture Park, currently fortnightly on Saturday mornings (once there are more stall holders on board it is planned for this to switch to a weekly markets).

8am-12 noon, Mundaring Sculpture Park, Jacoby Street, Mundaring. View Facebook page

Saturday 4 September
Join slow-maker Annette Nykiel and learn how to finger ply string and make a multi-strand necklace adorned with beads, feathers or found objects inspired by Nalda Searles and her exhibition Finders Keepers, currently showing at Mundaring Arts Centre.

This workshop runs 10am-4pm.  Suitable for 10+ yrs. Mundaring Adult Creative & Learning Centre, 3 Craigie Place, Mundaring. More info. here

Saturday 4 September
Have you ever wanted to create characters with unique backgrounds to make your stories stand out? Author and researcher Bindy Pritchard will help you unlock quirky characters using key techniques. This workshop is suited to adults or young adults at any level of experience, who wish to create interesting characters for their fiction writing projects. 1pm-4pm, KSP Writers Centre, 11 Old York Road, Greenmount. Find out more here

Sunday 5 September
Explore John Forrest National Park with this 6km guided hike on the incredible Eagle View Trail to the magnificent lookout and return. Climb snaking trails leading to elevated vistas along the Darling Scarp.

Enjoy magnificent views over the city, the ancient granite outcrops and learn the history of the ‘fairy villages’ and ‘swimming pool’ of the early 1900’s.  Hike commences 3pm and takes approx. 2 hours View event on Facebook here

Explore monthly exhibitions of talented WA artists and the extensive private collection of works by the late Robert Juniper. 

DAD is showing throughout September, with a special performance by Lit Live's Sarah and Greg McNeill on Father's Day. DEAR DAD - thoughtful, moving and funny tales about Dads in word and song, set in the private collection with wine/coffee and cheese. Limited seats - please call to book. Wheelchair, bark and tantrum friendly. Juniper Galleries is open weekends 10am-4pm and weekdays by appointment. 41a Dalry Road Darlington.T: 0481 062 614

Sunday 5 September
2021 marks the 18th year of presenting world class chamber music in the wonderful setting of the Darlington Village. Join some of WA's finest musicians for an afternoon of beautiful music, followed by afternoon tea at the iconic Darlington Hall.

The September concert will feature three of Perth's finest and most talented young performers. View the winter program on the website here. Concert starts 3pm. Darlington Hall, Owen Road, Darlington

Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 September
This eclectic weekend features an Internationally sanctioned Kansas City Barbecue Society Master Series BBQ contest and traditional Log Chop Competition, alongside an artisan market showcasing beautiful handmade and bespoke items by some of Perth’s best crafters and creators, plus a Kids Side Show Alley. Keep an eye on Facebook for more information.
 
Chidlow Tavern, 4 Thomas St. Chidlow. Tel 9572 4154

Sunday 12 September
A great range of stalls, including fresh seasonal produce, hand made jewellery, scarves, bags, clothes, craft items, garden ornaments, plants, soaps, honey, chutneys and preserves. Snap up a bargain, then enjoy a bite to eat at the Mundaring Hotel, just a few steps away. Markets run on the second Sunday of the month.

Open 9am-2pm, Nichol Street, Mundaring. View Rotary website here

Sunday 12 September
The place to find gorgeous WA handmade goods with the largest collection of artists, woodworkers, potters, jewellers, clothing and toy makers, gourmets, wine and gin producers under one roof. This month there are over 140 stalls, so you are sure to be spoilt for choice!  Free face painting with Vanessa from 11am. 

9.30am-3pm Mundaring Arena, 50 Mundaring Weir Road, Mundaring. Visit Facebook for a sneak peek at participating stallholders.

Friday 17 September
This month's guest act is Canadian-born, award winning professional pianist, singer-songwriter Robert Graham. Awarded a scholarship by Shire of Mundaring as a youth, this musical journeyman has performed in theatre productions across North America, toured the UK with Canadian supergroup "Tanglefoot". Joining Robert is Peter Bugden, raconteur and comic identity, plus local contemporary duo Izzy and Alex and the "Scotland in Australia" quintet, Hot Toddy featuring 3 fiddles, cello and piano.

Doors open 6.45pm. Show starts 7.30pm. Mundaring Sporting Club. Coolgardie Ave. Entry: $10.00. View website here

Exhibition runs through to March 2022
Mundaring Hills Historical Society's ‘Open All Hours’ exhibition tells the story of shops and shopping in the Shire of Mundaring, from the 1880s to the 1980s – a time when most shops were still family-run businesses that were an integral part of the community. Featuring items from Wells General Store, a Mundaring institution between 1911 and 1958. Find out when self-service replaced personal service in our shops, and how the area’s retail landscape has changed over the last 100 years.  7225 Gt Eastern Hwy, Mundaring

Saturday 18 September
Browse the range of local crafts, artworks, giftware, skincare, homemade preserves and baked goodies, locally grown fresh produce and plants. Let the kids play in safety in the enclosed playground, then, when you have finished scouting the stalls, hop over the road for a bite to eat at The Bay Tree Cafe or check out the amazing railway memorabilia at the historic Chidlow Tavern. Markets run 10am-2pm Chidlow Hall, Old Northam Road, Chidlow. View event on Facebook

Sunday 19 September
Join Sharyn Egan to create your own fantastic creature using natural fibres and wool. You'll learn binding and wrapping techniques and discover how Sharyn uses contemporary materials to tell traditional stories whilst you sculpt a local animal significant to Nyoongar people. Suitable 8+ years. Workshops run 10am-12pm OR 1pm-3pm at Mundaring Adult Creative & Learning Centre, 3 Craigie Place, Mundaring. More info. here

Saturday 25 - Monday 27 September
Enjoy the beauty of the spring flowers as you spend three days hiking in one of the most scenic sections of the Bibbulmun Track.  Starting from Mundaring you will be amazed at the scenery each day has to offer – the mysterious boulders, the expansive views and the misty mornings.

Great for sectional end-to-enders or those yet to explore the Track beyond Mundaring in the Perth Hills. Check website for details.

Sunday 26 September
Join Off the Beaten Track WA on this guided hike through John Forrest National Park. Experience the impressive and historic Swan View Tunnel, the delightfully scenic National Park Falls and amazing views of the Swan Coastal Plain from the Eagle View Lookout. Distance 10km. Time: 7.30am-11.30am. More here

This Exhibition runs throughout September
Gallery 1 & 2 - Finders Keepers
A crucial figure in the development of contemporary fibre sculpture in Australia over four decades, Nalda Searles shares her extraordinary approach to craft. This pivotal exhibition showcased as part of the inaugural Indian Ocean Craft Triennial, embraces previous and new works and demonstrates Searles’ role as the instigator of an innovative art movement utilising Australian plant fibre and found objects.

Visit website for info. Open Tues to Fri 10am-5pm, Sat and Sun 11am-3pm. T: 9295 3991

The Nearer to Nature September school holidays program, 'Sunlit Spring' offers plenty of fun, hands-on activities, bringing kids of all ages up close and personal with nature.  
Wednesday 29 September
Cadet Ranger (suitable for ages 7-12)
Begin your ranger journey as you learn the basic tricks of the trade such as wildlife monitoring, GPS navigation and radio communication. 10am-2pm Perth Hills Discovery Centre, 380 Allen Road, Mundaring.  For a full list of activities visit Nearer to Nature's website

Enjoy a relaxing day in the Hills with Cumin Cook. Prapti will teach you how to cook traditional vegetarian dishes from various regions of India from her home kitchen in Hovea.

Cumin Cook classes are extremely popular and book out very quickly, so be sure to make your booking so you don’t miss out!

Classes are usually held on a Saturday from 10am to 1pm. Prapti also takes private bookings and designs a class to suit what you would like to learn. Book a cooking class via the Cumin Cook website.  T: 0438 044 489

Hemingway & Co brings all the fun of an inner-city bar right into the heart of Mundaring, with a focus on providing an exceptional range of drinks, a small dining menu and outstanding service 7 days a week.  Check out their jazz Tuesdays, on between 7pm-9pm. Stay up to date by following Hemingway & Co on Facebook. 7095 Great Eastern Highway, Mundaring

The Parkerville Tavern is a lovely heritage venue in the heart of Perth Hills. Steeped in history, this double-storey federation style pub has an extensive menu, 10 beers and cider on tap and locally produced wines.

With arguably one of Perth's best beer gardens, the beautifully restored “Parky” is ideal for families with a great line up of live music on Friday and Saturday from 6.30pm and Sunday from 3pm. 6-18 Owen Rd, Parkerville. T: 9295 4500

The Lounge at Amaroo Retreat is a venue with sophistication, friendliness and comfort. With a small, but delicious menu, there's something for all taste buds. All produce is locally sourced, meaning the quality and freshness is always at an exceptionally high standard. Open for Lunch on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and for Dinner Wednesday - Sunday. 1200 Alison Street, Mount Helena. Bookings and Enquiries T: 6244 4800 or email thelounge@amarooretreat.com.au

The iconic Mundaring Weir Hotel provides the perfect laid-back atmosphere for a Sunday chill out with the family. There's a playground, table tennis and basketball hoops, so you can relax knowing the kids are happy and amused.  Live music from one of three resident folk bands, together with the spectacular backdrop of Beelu National Park makes this an extra special way to spend a Sunday in the Perth Hills. Mundaring Weir Precinct. Tel: 9295 1106 or visit website

Known locally as The Mounties, the historic Mount Helena Tavern was brought to life in 1902. This Australiana-style pub has a picturesque beer garden with winter creek and there's open fires to keep you warm and cosy in the cooler months.

The kitchen is open 7 days a week from 11am for lunch and dinner (with some great daily specials). Visit website here to find out more. 900 Keane St, Mount Helena. T: 9572 2121

The Mundaring Hotel is a family-friendly restaurant, bar and beer garden located in the heart of Mundaring. The hotel offers an extensive A La Carte Menu with top quality pub favourites as well as exquisite dishes from The Daily Specials Board, tapas bites and kids meals. Check out the menus here. Courtesy bus Fridays & Saturdays from 6pm-midnight. LIVE MUSIC on Friday 7.30pm-10.30pm and Sunday 3pm-6pm. Visit Facebook.Cnr Nichol/Jacoby St, Mundaring.  T: 9295 1006