November 14 2026
Bees at KidzFest (WA)
Bees is a joyful interactive work in which children are welcomed into a world of community, communication, wonder and imagination.
Presented by the City of Belmont
Explore a buzzing, humming hive of activity, as three human-sized Bees busy themselves in the creation of a community alongside children who transform into bees as they play. The bees are fascinating, strange and beautiful, traversing invisible pathways and mapping delicate patterns across the performance space.
Inspired by the mysterious life and work of bees, this re-imagining of public space involves the slow uncovering of an intricate unseen world. Children are immersed in the sounds, shapes and scents of the bee world, from their familiar buzz to honeycomb houses. Bees uses ritual, non-verbal communication and the secret world of bee movement to provide a range of access points for children to participate.
Venue & Session Times
Venue
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Faulkner Park, CloverdaleGoogle Maps link: HERE.Progress Way, Cloverdale WA 6105
Dates & Times
- 14 November: 10:30am*, 12pm, 1:30pm, 4pm
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*The 10.30am performance is part of the Kidz Fest Sensory Accessible Session, which runs from 9am–11am, before the festival opens to everyone. To find out if this session is right for your family please visit the registration page: events.humanitix.com/kidz-fest-sensory-accessible-session
- FREE, no bookings required.
General Access
- Faulkner Park features step-free asphalt and concrete pathways, a wheelchair-accessible spiral ramp up the central volcano play structure, and ACROD parking bays nearby.
- There are wheelchair-accessible and gendered bathrooms at Faulkner Park, next to Volcano Playground.
Bees
- Bees will take place outdoors. Please check the weather, and bring sunscreen, hats, and water bottles.
- Children and families choose how they interact with the performers and the landscape. Some participants may prefer a gentle experience, others may be more energetic.
- Bees does not use bright or flashing lights.
- It contains amplified sound and music that is played through portable speakers.
- A Visual Story to help your family prepare for the experience is coming soon.
How to prepare
- When you come to a Polyglot show we recommend you wear comfortable clothing that allows you to enjoy moving. Remember that you have come for an adventure and there are many ways to begin finding your play. You are curious and this space is yours. Just as you might at the beach, do you take your time and dip your toe in to warm up, or do you run and jump right in? The worlds we set up welcome you to take your time and find your own way to your imaginative play; and our performers are there to join you, or play alongside you, and look after these worlds and their inhabitants.
Family Access
- Water, infants’ bottles and breastfeeding/chestfeeding are welcome, but we do ask that there is no eating in the Bees performance space where possible.
- You are welcome to bring your own food and drinks for picnicking in the park.
- Food and drinks (including takeaway options) are available to purchase from 8 Yolks Belmont, Kanto Belmont, and a range of options from Belmont Forum (650m away).
Getting There
Parking
Limited parking is available. Please follow event signage and directions from staff on the day.
Public Transport
Kidz Fest encourages the use of public transport where possible. The Belmont Forum Shopping Centre is a major local transit stop in close proximity of the park. Use the Transperth Journey Planner to plan your trip.
KidzFest WA
KidzFest is a FREE day of imagination, creativity, performance and play, with an incredible program of arts experiences for children aged 3-12 and their families.
Watch the trailer
When
14 Nov 2026
Session time
10:30am*, 12pm, 1:30pm, 4pm
Cost
FREE, no bookings required
Venue
Faulkner Park, Cloverdale
Age
- Children and families
Accessibility
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Wheelchair Access
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Accessible Toilet
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Visual Story (Yes)
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Registered Assistance & Companion Animals welcome
