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.