
Cosy at the Quay: Elizabeth Quay to transform into free winter wonderland for school holidays
Cosy at the Quay is set to evoke a European winter by offering free, family-friendly activities from noon to 10pm on July 18-20.
It will snow each day on the hour every hour from 1pm to 9pm for approximately 15 minutes.
Visitors are reminded not to forget their jackets and cameras, and to be quick, as snowflakes don't float for long.
At the very heart of the event is a heated retreat called the winter dome, a glowing sanctuary drenched in cosy charm and snug furniture.
By day, it's a family-friendly haven with a live piano accordion and kids dance party, and by night, Perth's hottest DJs transform the dome into Euro Nights.
If you're craving something sweet, marshmallow toasting will take place by cosy fire pits from 3pm to 6pm each day, with marshmallows and sticks provided for free.
There will also be plenty of options to eat and drink – from European-inspired comfort food, including Polish-style toasted sandwiches and wood-fired pizza, to toasty treats and drinks.
Other entertainment will include live opera and poetry, Viennese waltzing, stilt-walkers and European folk lessons.
For some extra school holiday fun, kids hour will happen from 2pm -3pm on Friday with a kid-friendly dance party bringing the vibes and a special appearance from The Ritz Carlton Perth mascot Leo the Lion.
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