Perth Festival 2025 is almost here! Among the programs are some concerts and an exhibition by artists from France and the Reunion. What’s even better is that they are free! Read on to discover them. We recently also wrote about the shows to see at Perth FringeWorld and you can read that here.
FREE CONCERTS AT PERTH FESTIVAL 2025
FREE CONCERT 20 Feb, East Perth Power Station
Cassis is WA’s coolest French-Australian band. Formed in 2011 by vocalist Véronique Ramén and guitarist Jon Edwards, it was initially an acoustic duo. Since, the band has transitioned to electric with the addition of drummer Warren Hall, bassist Seb Davidson and Keys Tim Newhouse.
Their music wants you to listen and it’s a sound that will move you and have you up and dancing. Settle in for an evening of heavily drenched funk synthesiser riffage art-pop rock driven by ‘Nico-esque’ French poetica speak-sing vocals. Cassis is soon to launch their second album Riding on Clouds. This is a record charged with the band’s unique artistic output that reflects on the emotions of relationships from a deep personal place and an imagined kind. Hear tracks from the new album, alongside songs which have won them fans over the years.
FREE CONCERT! 28 Feb East Perth Power Station
Take a musical trip to Réunion Island with Lindigo. Inspired by their island home’s rich cultural heritage, the music of this eight-piece group blends African, Indian, Malagasy and European influences for an uplifting and upbeat sound that stretches the boundaries of the imagination. This music is a true ode to life! They will also perform in another concert with South African group The Joy (see below). Lindigo is also coming to WOMADelaide 2025
Indian Ocean Sounds: The Joy (South Africa) and Lindigo (Reunion)
FREE CONCERT! 1 March Scarborough Beach Amphitheatre
Celebrate summer with the sounds of the Indian Ocean. Head to the beach with two spectacular acts to enjoy a west coast sunset flecked with harmonies, soul and traditional dance. South African group The Joy and Réunion Island’s Lindigo star in this free family-friendly event.
An act renowned for their ability to spread instant euphoria, The Joy blend traditional Zulu music with a cappella voices. Lindigo combine African, Indian, Malagasy and European melodies and rhythms in a colourful melange that will have you up and dancing.
FREE EXHIBITION AT PERTH FESTIVAL 2025
Laure Prouvost: Oui Move In You (France)
FREE ENTRY! 7 Feb – 30 March (closed Mondays) PICA
PICA‘s ground floor galleries transform into a labyrinth of immersive audio-visual installations for Oui Move In You. This trilogy of works is the first solo exhibition in Western Australia by Turner Award-winning, French artist Laure Prouvost. The exhibition was shown in Melbourne last year.
KEY INFO FOR PERTH FESTIVAL 2025
WHAT: Perth Festival 2025
WHERE: Various venues in Perth
WHEN: 7 Feb – 3 Mar 2025
HOW: For the free events, no ticket is required, just go.
HOW MUCH: The events above are free but other events in the program are ticketed and the price varies for each show.
What are you planning to see at Perth Festival 2025?
If you’re looking for events happening before Perth Festival starts, check out our article about Perth FringeWorld and our What’s on in January 2025
