PLAN YOUR VISIT
Venues and locations
From beaches and parks to a custom built concert site, Joondalup Festival takes place at a range of unique venues and locations throughout the City of Joondalup. Select from the locations below to find out more.
Burns Beach Foreshore Park
Ocean Parade, Burns Beach
What’s on at this venue?
Living Sculptures: How the Birds Got Their Colours
Getting there
DRIVING
- From Mitchell Freeway, exit via Burns Beach Rd and head West. Follow along Burns Beach Rd until you get to Ocean Parade.
- Ample free parking is available on site.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- Take bus route 470 from Joondalup train station (stand 5). Stay on until the last stop, which drops you right at Burns Beach Foreshore Park.
- For more public transport routes, check out the Transperth Journey Planner.
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please be aware that the area is grassed with some undulating surfaces.
Two Acrod bays are available.
Toilets
Public toilets with accessible features are available.
Food and drink
Temporary food vendors will be available at this venue for the event, including Wally’s Tacos and Caffe Coffelicious.
Central Park
187 Grand Boulevard, Joondalup
What’s on at this venue?
Living Sculptures: How the Birds Got Their Colours (morning)
Living Sculptures: How the Birds Got Their Colours (evening)
Getting there
DRIVING
- Central Park is located within the Joondalup CBD.
- If you’re coming from the Mitchell Freeway, take the Hodges Drive exit and drive east. Continue straight onto Grand Bvd. Central Park will be on your right.
- Limited free parking is available off Grand Boulevard, just after Teakle Court. This carpark is called Central Park West parking station P8.
- Additional parking is available on Boas Ave and at Joondalup Public Library.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- Central Park is just a short walk from Joondalup train station (7 mins approx). From the station, walk through Lakeside Joondalup and out through the exit near Aldi, crossing Grand Boulevard to reach the park. Alternatively, turn right to walk to Collier Pass and across Grand Boulevard to reach the park.
- For more public transport routes, check out the Transperth Journey Planner.
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible. There is Acrod parking available and accessible toilet facilities.
Toilets
There are public and accessible toilets available on the southern side of the park.
Food and drink
Food and drink vendors will be available for the evening event, including OPA OPA (Greek food) and Black Bean Coffee Bar (ice-cream and hot drinks).
ECU Forecourt
270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup
What’s on at this venue?
Getting there
DRIVING
- From the Mitchell Freeway, take the Hodges Drive exit and drive east past Joondalup Drive. Hodges Drive will become Grand Boulevard. Turn right onto Kendrew Crescent.
- ECU Joondalup campus has ample free parking. The best available parking is accessible from Kendrew Cresent or the Joondalup Drive entry to ECU Joondalup. Follow the event signage to access these car parks.
- A drop-off pick up point will be located adjacent to the event entry.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- ECU is an 11-minute walk (500m) from Joondalup Train Station. Head out of the station to Collier Pass and then turn right onto Grand Boulevard.
- For more public transport routes, check out the Transperth Journey Planner.
Food and drink
- Tommy Taco will be there on the night selling a range of delicious Mexican food options. VIEW THE MENU.
- A delicious range of gourmet grazing boxes are now available for preorder via Cocktail Gastronomy. VIEW THE MENU AND PLACE YOUR ORDER.
- A licensed Drinks Bar will be operating at the concert, offering beer, wine, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages. A valid ID must be presented for purchases of alcohol.
- BYO alcohol is not permitted.
Accessibility
- Accessible seating is available at this venue, with seats allocated at the time of purchase.
- The best available parking for ACROD permit holders is Car Park 4, with additional bays also located in additional nearby carparks. SEE THE SITE MAP.
- Patrons with a mobility aid or wheelchair who do not require their mobility aid during the event can notify a member of staff who will store it for the duration of the concert.
- Patrons with access needs should note the event entry is on a sloped paved pathway.
- The concert seating area is situated on grass with a paved pathway around the outside of the seating area. Customers with tickets in the Accessible Seating Area (Tier 1) will be able to access their seats via a paved pathway.
- The Grandstand seating is not accessible for wheelchairs
Edith Cowan House
270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup
What’s on at this venue?
Getting there
Edith Cowan House is located in campus at ECU Joondalup, right next to the Telethon Community Cinemas.
DRIVING
- From Mitchell Freeway, take the Hodges Drive exit and drive east. Turn right onto Joondalup Drive and enter the ECU campus.
- If parking on campus, please ensure you are parked in a visitor bay.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- ECU is an 11-minute walk (800m) from Joondalup Train Station. Head out of the station to Collier Pass and then turn right onto Grand Boulevard.
- For more public transport routes, check out the Transperth Journey Planner.
Accessibility
ECU Joondalup and Edith Cowan House are both wheelchair accessible.
Food and drink
Complimentary tea and coffee will be available. Drinking water available from the kitchenette.
Hillarys Boat Harbour
86 Southside Dr, Hillarys
What’s on at this venue?
Getting there
DRIVING
- From Mitchell Freeway or Marmion Ave, head west along Hepburn Ave all the way to the ocean.
- Alternatively, take the scenic route along West Coast Dr.
- Ample free parking is available on both sides of the Harbour.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- From either Warwick or Stirling train stations, catch the 423 bus, which will take you to the Harbour’s doorstep.
- For information on other bus routes and times, visit the Transperth website and use Hillarys Boat Harbour (landmark) as your destination.
Accessibility
Hillarys Boat Harbour features smooth, level pathways throughout the complex. The Harbour also features a universal access floating pontoon, fishing platform, beach access pathway, accessible barbeque facilities, drinking fountains and hotel rooms tailored for people with limited mobility.
A free beach wheelchair is available to hire from the City of Joondalup. Book via the City’s Facilities Booking Office: 9:30am to 5pm Mon–Fri and limited times on the weekend.
Toilets
There are numerous toilet facilities available at Hillarys Boat Harbour. All toilets are accessible.
Food and drink
Hillarys Boat Harbour offers a wide range of food and drink options open every day of the week.
For more information, check out the Hillarys Boat Harbour website.
Hillarys Yacht Club
65 Northside Drive, Hillarys Boat Harbour, Hillarys
What’s on at this venue?
Sip It & Sea: Coral, Clay & Chardonnay
Sip It & Sea: Dive Into Watercolours
Getting there
DRIVING
- From Mitchell Freeway or Marmion Ave, head west along Hepburn Ave all the way to the ocean.
- Alternatively, take the scenic route along West Coast Dr.
- Hillarys Yacht Club is located on the northern side of the Hillarys Boat Harbour precinct. The closest parking is available via Northside Dr but ample free parking is available on both sides of the Harbour.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- From either Warwick or Stirling train stations, catch the 423 bus, which will take you to the Harbour’s doorstep. Walk through the Harbour precinct to the northern car park and boat ramps. Hillarys Yacht Club will be on your left.
- For more public transport routes, check out the Transperth Journey Planner.
Accessibility
This venue is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilet facilities.
Toilets
Toilets are available inside the venue.
Food and drink
Light refreshments are included with the workshops held in this venue.
For something more substantial before or afterwards, Hillarys Boat Harbour offers a wide range of food and drink options every day of the week. For more information, check out the Hillarys Boat Harbour website.
Extra Info
Hillarys Yacht Club is a licensed venue. Anyone under 18 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Joondalup Public Library
102 Boas Avenue, Joondalup
What’s on at this venue?
Urban Rhythms (inside)
ARTBEAT (outside)
Getting there
DRIVING
- Take the Hodges Dr exit from the Mitchell Fwy and head east. Turn right at Boas Ave. In 100m, Joondalup Public Library will be on the right.
- Ample parking is available outside the library.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- Joondalup Public Library is a 13-minute walk from Joondalup Train Station, walking through Lakeside Joondalup and east up Boas Ave.
- Alternatively, catch the Blue Cat Bus that departs every 15 minutes from Joondalup station.
Accessibility
Joondalup Public Library features accessible parking bays and accessible toilets. The library is wheelchair accessible via a lift in the underground carpark.
Toilets
Public toilets, including accessible toilets, are available inside the library.
Food and drink
There are many nearby food options, including Dome Cafe, Kulcha, Nando’s, and many more around the CBD precinct and within Lakeside Joondalup.
Peppermint Green
7 Delage Street, Joondalup
What’s on at this venue?
The Youth Booth: Weaving Wellness
The Youth Booth: Creative Journalling
The Youth Booth: Self-Care Collaging
Getting there
DRIVING
- If heading north along Mitchell Fwy, take the Hodges Dr exit towards Joondalup CBD. Turn left at Joondalup Dr, and then left onto Cord St. At the roundabout, turn left onto Winton Rd.
- If heading south along Mitchell Fwy, take the Shenton Ave exit towards Joondalup CBD. Turn right on Pontiac Way and then left onto Winton Rd.
- Free parking is available off both Delage St and Winton Rd.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- Peppermint Green is a 9-minute walk (650m) from Joondalup train station. From the station, walk west on the footpath alongside Collier Pass. Cross Joondalup Dr via the underpass to Elcar Park. Head north alongside Winton Rd. Peppermint Green will be on your right, on the corner of Winton Rd and Delage St.
Accessibility
Peppermint Green is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets.
Toilets
Peppermint Green has two onsite bathrooms and baby changing facilities.
Food and drink
Light refreshments are included for all workshops held in this venue.
Sir James McCusker Park
6 Silver Sands Drive, Illuka
What’s on at this venue?
Living Sculptures: How the Birds Got Their Colours
Getting there
DRIVING
- If driving north along Mitchell Fwy or Marmion Ave, head west along Shenton Ave and then turn right onto Naturaliste Blvd.
- If driving south along Mitchell Fwy or Marmion Ave, head west along Burns Beach Rd and turn left onto Delgado Pde.
- Limited parking is available off Silver Sands Dr. Additional parking is available on Moonflight Cres and other nearby streets.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- Take bus route 470 from Joondalup trains station (stand 5). Alight at Delgado Pde after Lagoda Way. The journey should take approx. 10 mins.
- For more public transport routes, check out the Transperth Journey Planner.
Accessibility
This venue is wheelchair accessible. Please be aware that the area is grassed and relatively flat, with a few undulating areas.
Accessible parking is available.
Toilets
Accessible portable toilets will be provided during the event.
Food and drink
Temporary food vendors will be available during the event, including Hoki Bao and Betty’s Coffee.
Sorrento Beach
West Coast Dr, Sorrento
What’s on at this venue?
Living Sculptures: How the Birds Got Their Colours (morning)
Living Sculptures: How the Birds Got Their Colours (evening)
Getting there
DRIVING
- If driving north along Mitchell Fwy, exit west onto Reid Hwy and continue straight before heading north onto West Coast Dr.
- Alternatively, from Marmion Ave take Beach Rd and then head north onto West Coast Dr.
- If driving south along Mitchell Fwy or Marmion Ave, head west along Hepburn Ave and then south along West Coast Dr.
- Free parking is available at Sorrento Beach, with additional parking along West Coast Dr and within Hillarys Boat Harbour.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- Take bus route 423 from Warwick train station (stand 6). Alight the bus at West Coast Dr before St Helier Dr. The journey should take around 15 mins.
- For more public transport routes, check out the Transperth Journey Planner.
Accessibility
Please note that the event takes place on the sand at Sorrento Beach. Restricted viewing is possible from the grassed park overlooking the beach.
A beach wheelchair and all-terrain walker are available to hire. These are free for use on a first come first service basis and do not require booking. To access either chair or walker, please contact the City on 9400 4000 or via email community.development@joondalup.wa.gov.au for further instructions.
Acrod parking is available in the Sorrento Beach car park.
Toilets
Accessible toilets and public toilets are available at Sorrento Beach, as well as change rooms.
Food and drink
Temporary food vendors will be available during the event, including Steep Hill Coffee and Nidev Food Factory (Indian) for the evening performance.
Sorrento Community Hall
22 Padbury Circle, Sorrento
What’s on at this venue?
Getting there
DRIVING
- Take West Coast Dr from the north or south towards Sorrento Beach. Turn onto The Plaza. You’ll find Sorrento Community Hall at the intersection of The Plaza and Padbury Circuit.
- A small parking bay is available outside the hall, with additional parking on the surrounding streets.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- Take bus route 423 from Warwick train station (stand 6). Alight the bus at Padbury Circuit before Hocking Parade. The journey should take around 13 mins.
- For more public transport routes, check out the Transperth Journey Planner.
Accessibility
Sorrento Community Hall is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets.
Toilets
Toilets are available inside the hall.
Food and Drink
Sorrento Community Hall has a small kitchen where water bottles can be filled.
Nibbles and light refreshments will be provided for Unstill Life.
White Salt and Voyage Kitchen are only a few steps away if you feel like a coffee or something more substantial.
St Stephen's School Theatre
St Stephen’s School, 100 Doveridge Drive, Duncraig
What’s on at this venue?
The Lifetime of Deaf and Deafblind
Getting there
DRIVING
- From Mitchell Fwy, take the Hepburn Ave exit and head west for around 500m. At the first roundabout, turn left onto Glengarry Dr. At the next roundabout, turn left onto Doveridge Dr.
- The entrance to the school will be on your left where you will be able to park right next to the theatre.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- St Stephen’s School is a 12-minute walk (850m) from Greenwood Train Station. Exit the station and head south alongside the carpark. Walk over the Mitchell Fwy overpass to Doveridge Dr. Turn right and walk for a couple of minutes to reach the entrance to St Stephen’s School.
- For more public transport routes, check out the Transperth Journey Planner.
Accessibility
There are 2 wheelchair accessible seats in the theatre. Please email cultural.events@joondalup.wa.gov.au if you’d like to reserve a space.
Acrod parking bays are available at the front of the theatre.
Toilets
Bathrooms, including accessible bathroom, are available within the theatre foyer.
Food and drink
Beverages and bar snacks will be available to purchase at the venue.
Opening times
The venue will open one hour prior to the start of each show.
Telethon Community Cinema (ECU Joondalup Pines)
270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup
What’s on at this venue?
Getting there
Telethon Community Cinemas is located on campus at ECU Joondalup.
DRIVING
- From Mitchell Fwy, take the Hodges Dr exit and drive east. Turn right onto Joondalup Dr and enter the ECU campus precinct.
- Parking is available in Car Parks 14 and 8, both approx. 150m walk to the venue.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- ECU is an 11-minute walk (800m) from Joondalup Train Station. Head out of the station to Collier Pass and then turn right onto Grand Bvd.
- For more public transport routes, check out the Transperth Journey Planner.
Accessibility
This venue is wheelchair accessible and features accessible toilets.
Please note that closed captions and audio description are unfortunately not available at this screening.
Toilets
Toilet blocks are located a few steps from the cinema site. Look for the signage or ask event staff to point you in the right direction.
Food and drink
Telethon Community Cinema is a licensed venue, so no alcoholic drinks are able to be brought in. A selection of rinks may be purchased at the on-site bar.
Bringing in food and non-alcoholic drinks is permitted.
A range of Domino’s pizzas, pies and selected bottles of wine are available to pre-order only. Please check the venue website for the full menu and ordering.
Tom Simpson Park
19 Oceanside Promenade, Mullaloo
What’s on at this venue?
Living Sculptures: How the Birds Got Their Colours (morning)
Living Sculptures: How the Birds Got Their Colours (evening)
Getting there
DRIVING
- From Mitchell Freeway or Marmion Ave, head west onto Whitfords Ave all the way to the coast. Turn right onto Northshore Drive and then onto Oceanside Promenade.
- Free parking is available on either side of the park, with additional street parking nearby.
- 4 Acrod bays are available in the Northern Carpark.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- Take bus route 460 from Whitfords train station (stand 6). Alight the bus at Oceanside Dr after Mullaloo Dr. The journey should take around 12 mins.
- For more public transport routes, check out the Transperth Journey Planner.
Accessibility
Tom Simpson Park features a relatively flat and level grassed area, with footpaths around the perimeter.
Accessible toilets and Acrod parking bays are available.
Toilets
There are two public toilet blocks at the park, both with accessibility features.
Food and drink
There are many local businesses serving up tasty food near Mullaloo Beach, including Swell Mullaloo Beach, Mullaloo Beach Hotel, Dome Cafe and Dat’s Amore.