Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Evolve Perth including tickets, accessibility, cosplay guidelines, and event information.
Evolve 2026 will be open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm both Saturday and Sunday!
Yes they will! You can purchase tickets with Cash or EFTPOS on both event days.
You should receive an email with your QR code upon purchasing your tickets online. This QR code will be scanned upon your arrival to gain entry to the event!
We say bring them along! Children under 12 have free entry with an accompanying parent/guardian.
No they don't! Show our staff at the entrance your companion card and we will give them a free ticket to accompany you.
Drive: there is plenty of free parking at the venue through Gate 3!
Bus: the 202, 203, 207, 208, 220, 221, 925 & 930 stop at Bus Stops on Albany Hwy before/after Station St!
We recommend planning your journey if catching public transport as timetables are subject to change.Yes there will! We have fantastic food trucks selling a range of savoury and sweet options across both days.
Unfortunately there isn't any ATM at the venue (closest are at Carousel Shopping Centre). We strongly recommend bringing Cash (smaller notes preferred) and some exhibitors will accept EFTPOS.
Yes you can! Mention this to our event staff at the door and we can upgrade it to a Two Day ticket for an extra $5!
YES THEY ARE!!!
Evolve is happy to offer refunds on any tickets if you can no longer attend the event.
Tickets are ONLY AVAILABLE at evolveperth.com and at the Door with Cash & EFTPOS available.Yes you can!
Keep your event wristband on at all times and that will allow you access back into the event!
Yes! The entire event is at ground level, with no ramps/stairs around the venue!
If you are accompanying children 12 and under as a parent/guardian, it is your responsibility to watch them at all times.
Pets are not allowed at Evolve, except under special circumstances.
Please contact us and we will confirm with the venue if this is a requirement for you.They are located inside the Main Hall in the centre corridor and are visible in the centre of our event map!
The venue has a Sensory Room in the Toilet Corridor that is available for anyone to utilise during the event. Please ensure you keep all noise to a minimum whilst in this space and be considerate of others.
Cannington Showgrounds is an expansive space that can be accessed outside of the Evolve event. We recommend going for a walk around the grounds for fresh air.
There is lots to do over both days! We have Performances, Panels, Competitions, Photographers, LARP Demonstrations, Blacksmith, Video & Board Games, Tournaments, Gacha Machines, Itasha Showcase, Outdoor Games and more alongside our incredible 170+ Western Australian Exhibitors!
We have a Cloak Room/Snack Shack located inside the Main Hall across from the Stage!
PlayByProxy, LARP and our Cosplay backstage are best for cosplay repairs!
St John Ambulance may also have equipment on hand that may help with repairs!
All props simulating realistic weaponry (guns, bows, staffs, blades, etc) must be clearly identifiable by having an orange tip or safety tag present.
Evolve will carry orange painters tape at entry if you require it!All large props exceeding one metre will need to be inspected and may be safety tagged and/or cloaked at the discretion of venue staff. Additionally, any prop deemed dangerous may be removed and cloaked at the discretion of venue staff.
If you have any concerns, please contact us!We will have a Cosplay Parade running on Saturday September 12th at 4pm!
Everyone is welcome to enter and you can register at the event by speaking to Gwen and our Evolve volunteers at the Cosplay Room inside the Main Hall.
Cosplay is NOT Consent.
Costume and Cosplay does not equal consent. This applies to any of us at Evolve Pop Culture Expo who is dressed in costume or cosplay and this extends further to any public setting with Outfits does not equal an invitation.
You should always remember that what someone chooses to wear is not consent. Regardless of what someone might be wearing, they may not be comfortable with you taking photos of them. It also doesn't give anyone the right to invade someone's personal space, make inappropriate comments or engage in any form of harassment.
It is always best to ask politely for consent before taking a photo of someone in costume or cosplay, and respect their decision if they choose to say no.There will be photos and videos being taken during the event (e.g. by attendees, photographers, influencers).
Please ask permission before taking any photos/videos of others and respect their right to decline if they choose.
Cosplay is NOT consent.
Evolve will have several volunteers located all over the event, with their Rainbow Lanyard the main identifier.
You can also speak with volunteers stationed at these key points: Entrance/Exit, Snack Shack/Cloak Room, Cosplay Room, Gaming Area, LARP.
We will also have event maps placed around the event that you can utilise to find your way around. Our event map is also on our website for easy access at any time!Please head to either our Snack Shack/Cloak Room, or our Cosplay Room and our volunteers will assist you.
If you are unable to reach these locations within our Main Hall, please find the nearest volunteer (Rainbow Lanyard) and inform them of your situation so we can take action.Head to our volunteers located at the Snack Shack/Cloak Room and we will make an announcement on stage urgently!
Be mindful of your interactions, stay safe and remember that not everyone in the community has the best of intentions!
It's important to maintain healthy boundaries with content creators, cosplayers, and other community members. While it's natural to feel connected to people you admire, remember that online interactions don't always reflect real-life relationships.
These guidelines are especially important for younger community members (up to age 24/25, when the frontal lobe has fully developed). Always prioritize your safety and wellbeing in all community interactions.
Content credit: Hedra ✨ | Perth Based
See full post here