The East Perth Power Station will return as a major cultural hub for Perth Festival 2026, transforming into a vibrant venue with a diverse music lineup, including international acts Max Cooper, Nilüfer Yanya, and Black Country, New Road, performing in February.

Black Country, New Road, known for their genre-defying sound with multiple vocalists and intricate instrumentation, will perform on February 22.

The Perth Festival 2026 program will kick off on February 6 with the French theatre production Lacrima at the Heath Ledger Theatre, exploring the world of haute couture and the behind-the-scenes labor involved in creating a royal wedding gown.

Lacrima, directed by Caroline Guiela Nguyen, has received critical acclaim, with five-star reviews after sell-out seasons across Europe, and offers a complex, human theatrical experience centered around ambition, sacrifice, and cultural connection.

The festival's full lineup will be announced in October, with the event running from February 6 to 10 at the State Theatre Centre of WA.

In addition to the main festival, the outdoor cinema season, Lotterywest Films, will return at UWA Somerville, with a variety of film screenings, and the full 2026 program will be announced on October 22.

Tickets for Lacrima, Max Cooper, Nilüfer Yanya, and Black Country, New Road go on sale on September 26, with the complete festival lineup to be revealed in October.

Lacrima explores the hidden labor and ambition behind haute couture, taking audiences from Paris to Mumbai and Alençon, highlighting the sacrifices involved in creating luxury fashion.

The festival will also feature a performance by a band known for their genre-defying sound with multiple vocalists and intricate instrumentation on February 22.

The Perth Festival 2026 aims to be a culturally rich event, with a diverse lineup and engaging performances, continuing its tradition of bringing global conversations and artistic excellence to Western Australia.

Max Cooper, a former geneticist turned electronic musician, will open the festival on February 6 with an immersive audiovisual show, showcasing expansive electronica and immersive visuals.

Nilüfer Yanya will perform her first Perth show on February 20, following her successful tours supporting artists like Lorde and Alex G.