Here’s a seasonal guide to Perth’s best weekly food truck events throughout summer. Whether you’re after street food, gourmet bites, or fresh inspiration, there’s something for everyone—locals, visitors, and event organizers alike. These events blend great food with a vibrant community atmosphere. Keep this guide handy to easily plan your next foodie adventure and explore the city’s tastiest mobile eats!
- Scarborough Sunset Market
The top market on the list is the Scarborough Sunset Markets, and for good reason—it’s the only market in Perth that operates all year round. During summer, it runs every Thursday from November to April, while in winter, it shifts to Saturdays from May to October.
Scarborough Sunset Markets boasts the largest collection of food trucks in any Perth market, with over 50 vendors during summer. It’s my personal favorite because of its weekly schedule, making it convenient to visit. The beachfront location creates an unbeatable atmosphere, with great vibes and multiple entertainment spots, including three areas featuring live music by local DJs, an amphitheater for seating, two blocks of restrooms, and even a skate park.
Food: You’ll find a wide range of food trucks offering everything from hearty main courses to tasty snacks.
Drinks: Options include a fresh juice van, bubble tea, lemonade, and a kombucha truck.
Desserts: With over 10 dessert choices, you can indulge in donuts, ice cream, chocolates, and lollies.
Market Stalls: There’s a wide variety of market stalls, allowing you to shop around and explore while enjoying your meal.
Scarborough Sunset Markets boasts the largest collection of food trucks in any Perth market, with over 50 vendors during summer. It’s my personal favorite because of its weekly schedule, making it convenient to visit. The beachfront location creates an unbeatable atmosphere, with great vibes and multiple entertainment spots, including three areas featuring live music by local DJs, an amphitheater for seating, two blocks of restrooms, and even a skate park.
Food: You’ll find a wide range of food trucks offering everything from hearty main courses to tasty snacks.
Drinks: Options include a fresh juice van, bubble tea, lemonade, and a kombucha truck.
Desserts: With over 10 dessert choices, you can indulge in donuts, ice cream, chocolates, and lollies.
Market Stalls: There’s a wide variety of market stalls, allowing you to shop around and explore while enjoying your meal.
2.Twilight Food Market
Second on the list is the Twilight Food Market, held every Friday during summer in the heart of Perth City. It’s the largest market in the city center, making it easily accessible for city residents who can walk over, while those from the outskirts can conveniently take public transport.
The market offers an impressive variety of food trucks, and its central location allows you to shop along the city’s main streets before grabbing a bite. For those looking to enjoy a drink, there are nearby local bars just outside the market. Portable toilets are conveniently available near the Big Cactus entrance.
Food: Over 30 food trucks serve a diverse range of global cuisines.
Drinks: Options include a fresh juice van and bubble tea.
Desserts: More than 5 dessert stalls offer treats like donuts, ice cream, and eclairs.
Buskers: A live busker performs at the center of the market, providing great entertainment as you dine.
The market offers an impressive variety of food trucks, and its central location allows you to shop along the city’s main streets before grabbing a bite. For those looking to enjoy a drink, there are nearby local bars just outside the market. Portable toilets are conveniently available near the Big Cactus entrance.
Food: Over 30 food trucks serve a diverse range of global cuisines.
Drinks: Options include a fresh juice van and bubble tea.
Desserts: More than 5 dessert stalls offer treats like donuts, ice cream, and eclairs.
Buskers: A live busker performs at the center of the market, providing great entertainment as you dine.
3.Subiaco Night Market
Third on the list is the Subiaco Night Market, known for its unique buskers and diverse range of food trucks. Held every Saturday at Market Square in Subiaco, this lively market offers plenty of stalls for shopping. One standout feature is its large secondhand market, offering a wide variety of preloved clothing—a fantastic initiative for promoting sustainability.
Food: Over 30 food trucks serve a wide selection of global cuisines.
Drinks: There’s a bar within a fenced area, along with other options like a fresh juice van and a bubble tea van.
Desserts: You’ll find plenty of dessert trucks to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Buskers: Enjoy live entertainment from talented buskers performing in the market as you dine.r
Food: Over 30 food trucks serve a wide selection of global cuisines.
Drinks: There’s a bar within a fenced area, along with other options like a fresh juice van and a bubble tea van.
Desserts: You’ll find plenty of dessert trucks to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Buskers: Enjoy live entertainment from talented buskers performing in the market as you dine.r
4.South Perth Streats
Fourth on the list is South Perth StrEats, the coziest market in town. Running from Thursday to Sunday each week from November to April, it features a rotating lineup of just 10 food trucks, ensuring variety with each visit. Its prime location on the South Perth Foreshore, along the banks of the Swan River, makes it a must-see, offering stunning night views of the Perth city skyline. Every evening, a busker adds to the lively atmosphere.
Food: 8 savory food trucks offering delicious meal options.
Drinks: A dedicated drinks truck.
Desserts: A dessert van to satisfy your sweet cravings.
Food: 8 savory food trucks offering delicious meal options.
Drinks: A dedicated drinks truck.
Desserts: A dessert van to satisfy your sweet cravings.
5.Inglewood Night Markets
Fifth on the list is the Inglewood Night Markets, held every Monday throughout summer in Inglewood. As one of Perth’s longest-running street food markets, it continues to draw crowds with its charm and lively atmosphere. The market features a bar, several buskers, and multiple zones dedicated to food trucks. In addition to the delicious food options, there are plenty of market stalls for those who enjoy shopping.
Food: Around 15 food trucks offering a variety of dishes.
Drinks: 2 drink trucks to quench your thirst.
Desserts: 4 dessert vans serving sweet treats.
Food: Around 15 food trucks offering a variety of dishes.
Drinks: 2 drink trucks to quench your thirst.
Desserts: 4 dessert vans serving sweet treats.
Perth’s vibrant food truck scene offers something for everyone, from cozy riverside gatherings to bustling city markets. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, these markets provide the perfect blend of delicious cuisine, lively entertainment, and unique shopping experiences. With so many great options to explore, you’re sure to find your next favorite foodie spot. So grab your friends, head out, and savor the best street eats Perth has to offer!
