Road Closure - EVENT - Perth Multicultural Festival - 14 and 15 November 2026

The City of Perth is pleased to share information regarding the upcoming Perth Multicultural Festival on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 November 2026.

This two-night event will celebrate Perth’s vibrant multicultural community through dance and performance on the floating stage at Elizabeth Quay, complemented by roving entertainment, and family activities.

Road Closures

In order to facilitate the safe operation of the event, the following road closures will be implemented each night:

• 3pm to 10:30pm
  • Geoffrey Bolton Avenue
  • Duchess Way
  • Enchantress Way
• 7pm to 9:30pm
  • William Street (between The Esplanade and the Mitchell Freeway on/off ramp)
  • Birdiya Drive (northbound)

The Esplanade will NOT be closed at any point throughout the event.

River Closures and Reduced Mooring Availability

A floating stage will be installed within the Elizabeth Quay Inlet by midday on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, and will remain in place until Friday, 12 March 2027. During this period, the three northern floating jetty docks along the eastern promenade will be closed to the public.

Additionally, The Elizabeth Quay Inlet will be closed to recreational vessels between 4pm and 9:30pm on event nights. Boat moorings will not be available for use during these times.

The nearby Barrack Street Jetty will remain available for loading and unloading, passenger pick-up and drop-off, and casual berthing, with use limited to 15 minutes or less at a time.

Transperth ferry services and other commercial services will continue to operate with limited restrictions.

Enquiries

For any questions regarding the event, please contact the City of Perth via email: [email protected] or phone: 08 9461 3333 (available 24/7).