Party Smarter with our guide to Perth’s 2024/25 summer music festival season

Summer is officially here, which means Perth’s festival season is about to kick off with some huge events and big days of live music and making memories with your mates.

It’s also an important time for a refresher on how you can stay safe and look out for one another, which is why we’re teaming up with Drug Aware to help you Party Smarter this summer.

We’re not here to talk down to you, rather to offer a few practical tips to keep you and your mates safe, without judgement. So before you hit the dancefloors take a moment to check out the tips and resources available through drugaware.com.au.

Whether it’s knowing the signs of a medical emergency, understanding how to hydrate safely, or using chill-out spaces to cool off between sets, there are things you can do to have fun, and reduce the risk of unintended consequences. While choosing not to use drugs is always the safest option, if you or your friends do choose to use, it’s important to educate yourself about the things you can do to reduce your risk of harm.

The most important piece of advice to take with you on your summer festival journey is: if you or a friend feel unwell (think confusion, nausea that won’t go away, or a racing heartbeat), don’t hesitate to seek help from medics or call 000.

Remember: Medics are there to assist, not to judge or call the police.

Ice Cream Factory

This summer’s hottest (or is it coolest?) music festival, Ice Cream Factory (now just ICF), is on now until February 15, 2025. And there’s some huge artists stopping by along the journey including LUUDE, Patrick Topping, The Jungle Giants, Hermitude and more. ICF also has a designated Drug Aware chillout zone if things are getting a bit much and you need a breather and some cold water, phone chargers and more.

Dates: Now-February 15, 2025
Location: Northbridge

Out & About x Pollen Festival

Out & About x Pollen Festival is a culmination of music, art and fun in the sun at one of Freo’s best outdoor venues – Port Beach Brewery. Wake up after a delightful Christmas Day and head along to catch The Grogans, Ra Ra Viper, Spici Water, Mia June, The Deenys and Lazy Haze live from 3pm.

Date: Thursday 26 December
Location: Port Beach Brewery

RADAR Festival

Taking place right in the sweet spot of Saturday 28 December at stunning Langley Park, RADAR Festival features one of the most forward-thinking electronic music lineups Perth has ever seen. They’ve unleashed a lineup including British rapper AJ Tracey, Overmono (DJ Set), DJ Boring and more. Remember to stick with your mates and make plans for festivals! Download the festival map, have a meeting point, make sure mobiles are charged and know the location of the on-site support services. 

Date: Saturday 28 December
Location: Langley Park

Freedom Time

Boorloo’s annual piping-hot blend of unencumbered expression and loose jubilation returns to send off 2024 with a spectacular array of artists from here and abroad, all set within the stunning surrounds of Supreme Court Gardens. If good people, forward-thinking electronic music and fun vibes are your bag, make sure you get along!

Date: Tuesday 31 December
Location: Supreme Court Gardens

Snack NYE

SNACK NYE is back for another massive New Year’s Eve Festival at Claremont Showgrounds, a day and night filled with exceptional artistic talent, silent discos, show rides, carnival games, tasty treats, delightful surprises, multiple dancefloors and all the atmosphere you could dream of in one sitting.

Date: Tuesday 31 December
Location: Claremont Showground

Seasons NYE

After having him headline a couple of years ago, the SEASONS crew are delighted to welcome back Dizzee Rascal for another epic New Year’s Eve party. The British rapper and MC has plenty to celebrate with 15 years of iconic party tunes.

Date: Tuesday 31 December
Location: Palace Motel, Langley Park 

No One But Us

No One But Us returns with another world class day of drum’n’bass including headliners Andy C, Bou, Dimension and Hybrid Minds. You can also catch Alix Perez b2b Visages, Anaïs, Badger, Born on Road, Clipz, D Double E & Sir Spyro, Dada Jones, Flowdan & Neffa-T, Grafix, [IVY], Lens, Rova and Subsonic, plus hosts B-Live 24/7, Rage, Tempza, Tonn Piper.

Date: Wednesday 1 January, 2025
Location: Palace Motel, Langley Park 

Wildlands

Wildlands is back, welcoming a huge roster of local and global acts across elevated production and improved site layouts at new home HBF Arena. It’ll be headlined by FISHER and Ice Spice, along with RL Grime, Chase & Status, Marlon Hoffstadt, Tinashe, Royel Otis, Lola Young, Sammy Viriji, Confidence Man and more.

Date: Saturday 4 January, 2025
Location: HBF Arena Parklands

Juicy Fest

Juicy Fest is a huge R&B and hip hop festival, bringing some of the most influential artists over the past few decades, and next year’s lineup is one of its most stacked! Headlined by global superstar and Fast & Furious fave Ludacris, he’ll be joined by the likes of Akon, Keyshia Cole, Jeremih, Ray J, Fat Joe, Jay Sean, Montell Jordan, Baby Bashline and loads more.

Date: Wednesday 15 January, 2025
Location: Fremantle Oval

St Jerome’s Laneway Festival

Tote-bag wielding Doc Martens-wearers won’t want to miss this one; Laneway Festival is back with a killer lineup featuring queen brat herself, Charli XCX, plus BICEP, Clairo, Barry Can’t Swim and many more.

Date: Sunday 16 February, 2025
Location: Wellington Square

Party smarter this summer festival season – visit drugaware.com.au for tips on staying safe and factual information to help you make informed decisions.

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