From a special Pip Edwards appearance to last-minute Father’s Day ideas, here’s what’s happening around town this weekend and beyond.

Bob Evans

Saturday September 5, 8pm, Rosemount Hotel, North Perth

The Jebediah frontman — aka Kevin Mitchell — is marking two decades since his beloved ARIA-winning solo album Suburban Songbook was released, performing the 2006 record in full alongside a handful of other favourites.

Tickets $63.75 from Oztix

Battle of the Bourbons

Saturday September 5, 1-4pm, Varnish on King, Perth

Celebrate Father’s Day eve at underground CBD bar Varnish’s whisky showdown. Enjoy a three-course lunch paired with bourbon tastings that punters can rate in a bid to find the overall champion.

Tickets $120 from varnishonking.com

Father’s Day

Sunday September 6, from 10am, Motor Museum of WA, Whiteman

Car-enthusiast dads will love this special Father’s Day event, which will feature a collection of classic and modern vehicles on display — including Daniel Ricciardo’s 2014 Grand Prix–winning Red Bull RB10 — alongside kids’ activities, car-themed gift ideas and more.

Entry $17.50 for adults and $8 for kids. See motormuseumwa.com.au

Courting Summer

Thursday September 10, from 6pm, Claremont Quarter, Claremont

Aussie style queen Pip Edwards will be on hand to celebrate spring summer at CQ’s The Square precinct. There will be a runway show staged on a pickleball court featuring the likes of Zimmermann, Camilla and Marc and Witchery, as well as complimentary food and drinks, entertainment and exclusive shopping offers.

Free

& Juliet

Friday September 11 to Thursday September 17, 2pm and 7.30pm, Regal Theatre, Subiaco

WA Academy of Performing Arts third-year musical theatre students put a twist on the world’s most famous love story, giving Shakespeare the musical treatment complete with a soundtrack of 90s and 2000s pop anthems.

Tickets $89 from Ticketek

Mandurah Arts Festival

Friday September 11 to Sunday October 11, venues across Mandurah

This month-long celebration of local creatives will feature everything from performances and workshops to exhibitions and kids’ activities across the city of Mandurah.

Free and ticketed events. See mandurahartsfestival.com.au