Wed 16 Dec · 9am
Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre · Fremantle
face painting, a magic show and cake for Buster's big birthday
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Buster is turning 40! Join us at Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre for a morning of birthday fun as we celebrate this special milestone.
The City of Fremantle’s beloved mobile play program, Buster, is turning 40!
To celebrate four decades of supporting local families, early learning, and outdoor fun, we are throwing a big birthday bash for our final session of the year.
What’s on for the morning:
Live magic show with Magic Dale
Face painting with Freedom Fairies
Hands-on Nature Play with Cath
Free birthday cake (of course!!), popcorn and fresh fruit
Informational stalls with friendly team members from Ngala, Kidsafe, and Better Beginnings
Whether you have been coming to Buster for years or are joining us for the first time, everyone is welcome!
No bookings or registration needed, just bring your hat, your family, and your birthday cheer!
What is Buster?
Buster is the City of Fremantle’s free, drop-in mobile play program for families with kids aged 0 to 5.
It moves between local parks and community spaces during school terms, bringing out fun, multi-sensory activity setups—like block building, dress-ups, outdoor games, and story mats, designed to support early childhood development, creativity, and parent-child play.
Held on Wednesdays and Fridays, 9.30am to 11.30am. No bookings needed—just show up! More information.
Quick answers
When is Buster’s 40th birthday celebration?
Wed 16 Dec 2026, 9am.
Where is it?
Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre, Fremantle, WA.
How much is it?
It is free.
Where do I find out more?
On fremantle.wa.gov.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
Tap "Ask your mates if they're keen" on this page. You get one link for the group chat, and your mates answer keen, maybe or can't in their browser, with no app and no sign-up. It is free.
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