Hancock Prospecting Australia Day
Presented by the City of Perth, with generous support from Principle Event Partner, Hancock Prospecting.
This Australia Day, head to Langley Park for a jam-packed day of family fun, featuring over a kilometre of activities, and the best spot to enjoy Perth’s spectacular drone and fireworks display.
There will be plenty of family entertainment and food trucks from 3pm and a combined drone and fireworks display after 8:30pm over the Swan River.
Reflect. Respect. Celebrate. We’re all a part of the story.
Event Showings
Monday 26 January 2026 | 3pm to 9:30pm
Price
Free, costs apply for amusement rides, games and food vendors
Location
Accessibility
Accessible toilets, ACROD Parking
Light Show
Drone and Fireworks Display
8.30pm – 9pm | Free
Showcasing a combination drone formations and fireworks, see the sky above the Swan River explode with colour and dazzling lights at 8.30pm for a spectacular 30-minute show!
Viewing Location
The light show will take place over the Swan River near the Perth foreshore. For the best experience, the City of Perth recommends viewing from Langley Park.
The drone element of the light show is not designed to be viewed from other locations such as South Perth or Kings Park. If viewed from areas outside of Langley Park, the audience will not be able to hear the narrated soundtrack or access event facilities.
*Light show timings can be affected by wind conditions and are subject to change.
Entertainment
Langley Park is the place to be this Australia Day with an array of free and ticketed family fun, plus Perth’s best views of the spectacular light show. Here’s what you can find from 3pm.
- Reflect Respect Celebrate Film Dome
3pm to 8pm | Free
Presented by Auspire, the Reflect Respect Celebrate Film Dome will be screening cultural and educational short films on rotation from 3pm on Australia Day. For movie-goers, there will also be goodie bags filled with everything you need to complete your day, so get down early before they’re all gone!
Find out more here.
- Freestyle Motocross and BMX Stunt Shows
3:30pm to 7:15pm | Free
The best of Australia’s extreme action talent performs amazing backflips, mind blowing stunts and crazy tricks.
- BMX Demonstration: 3:30pm, 4:30pm, 5:30pm, 6:30pm
- FMX Demonstration: 4pm, 5pm, 6pm, 7pm
- Multicultural Zone
3pm to 8pm | Free
Celebrate Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and multicultural communities with performances, stalls, and hands-on arts and crafts workshops.
Performance Schedule
Time Performance 3:25pm Welcome to Country & Smoking Ceremony (Warrang Bridil) 3:45pm SégaLoya Dance – Traditional & Fusion from the Indian Ocean Islands 4:00pm Mauri & Haka Performance (Ngaru Pou Cultural) 4:10pm Brazilian Dance Performance (Apoteozzy Samba) 4:30pm Vietnamese Dance (Vietnamese Community – Ao Dai Club) 4:45pm SégaLoya Dance – Traditional & Fusion from the Indian Ocean Islands 5:00pm Mauri & Haka Performance (Ngaru Pou Cultural) 5:10pm Brazilian Dance Performance (Apoteozzy Samba) 5:40pm Vietnamese Dance (Vietnamese Community – Ao Dai Club) 5:55pm African Drumming (Bossanovas) 6:10pm Brazilian Dance Performance (Apoteozzy Samba) 6:30pm Vietnamese Dance (Vietnamese Community – Ao Dai Club) 6:45pm African Drumming (Bossanovas) Stalls & Interactive Activities
- Henna Tattoos
- Moorditj Culture
- Australia Bush Craft
- Brazilian Headdress Making
- Poko Stencil Workshop
- Weaving Workshop
- Vietnamese Community Stall – Ao Dai Club
- Riverstone Painting
- Carnival Rides and Amusements
3pm to 9.30pm
Located on the west end of Langley Park, there is fun for all ages and adrenaline levels with a huge range of amusements and games! For the brave of heart, brace yourself and experience the Storm or Dream Swinger; for something lower key, check out the Cup & Saucer Ride or Fiesta Balloon.
- Sky Dive Display
7:15pm | Free
Look up and witness an exhilarating spectacle as five skydivers make their descent onto Langley Park!
- Hancock Prospecting Picnic Zone
3pm to 9.30pm | Cost to Purchase
Relax in the Hancock Prospecting Picnic Zone, with ample seating and shade to enjoy a meal! Bring your own picnic or browse the diverse range of cuisines available from around the globe.
Don’t forget to bring your reusable cutlery and serving ware, as these are welcomed by the food trucks. - Drone and Fireworks Display 2026
8:30pm – 9pm | Free
Showcasing a combination drone formations and fireworks, see the sky above the Swan River explode with colour and dazzling lights at 8:30pm for a spectacular 30-minute show!
Viewing Location: The light show will take place over the Swan River, directly in front of Langley Park. For the best viewing experience, the City of Perth recommends watching from Langley Park and the Riverside Drive foreshore.
The drone component of the show is not intended to be viewed from locations such as South Perth or Kings Park. Audiences outside Langley Park will miss elements of the full light show experience, including the narrated soundtrack and access to event facilities.
Please note: Light show timings may be affected by wind conditions and are subject to change. Please listen for audio announcements or check digital screens for the latest information.
