Perth residents looking forward to heading to Subiaco’s Night Market will unfortunately have to rethink their Saturday plans, with the weather forcing the return of the event’s 2026 season to be postponed.
Organisers confirmed the delays were due to adverse weather conditions, with Perth due to be hit by showers throughout the day.
The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting up to 15mm of rainfall.
Event director of Subi Night Market Kate MacKinnon said it was a difficult decision to make.
“Postponing opening night wasn’t an easy call, but the safety of our vendors, staff and the Subiaco community always comes first,” she said.
“With inclement weather forecast for Saturday afternoon into the early evening , we made the decision to move our launch to Saturday 12 September, so we can deliver the market experience everyone’s been looking forward to.
“We’re grateful for the community’s patience, and in the meantime Subiaco’s restaurants, bars and venues are ready to welcome everyone in for a busy Father’s Day weekend.”
After welcoming more than 130,000 visitors last season, the beloved local market was due to return for its biggest season yet, transforming Market Square Park into a bustling weekly Saturday night destination.
Running until May, the market boasts ‘European-style’ food and live entertainment in the heart of Subiaco, with six new food and drink vendors due to join the already more than 40 food stalls and 20 artisan traders taking part in the market.
Subi Night Market will run from 5pm to 9pm each Saturday from 12 September 2026 to 8 May 2027, excluding Saturday 24 October 2026. Entry is free.
Market Square Park is located next to Subiaco Train Station and is easily accessible by train, bus, bike, or on foot.