Under the Red Lanterns

Under the Red Lanterns was held on Saturday 14 February 2026 at Casa Musica stage at Perth Festival’s East Perth Power Station, bringing together Perth’s largest Southeast Asian line-up in a vibrant celebration of Lunar New Year that honoured tradition while showcasing contemporary talent, and drawing an audience of nearly 40,000 people.

Highlights:

Perth’s largest Southeast Asian artist line-up
Headline act: Traditional lion dance and live drumming by Yao-Lin Kung Fu Association
Live performances by Linh & William Acoustic Duo, Flying Kik, and Kurt Carrera + band
Paper lantern making by Chung Wah Association
Interactive red packet (hongbao) experience with the lion dance
Closing set music by Lima BrightLove (DJ set)
Family-friendly cultural celebration within Perth Festival

Supported by Perth Festival
Photos courtesy of Jess Wyld.

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