This weekend the City of Perth will have fireworks lighting up the night sky instead of drones. Perth crowds will enjoy two nights of spectacular fireworks lighting up Elizabeth Quay, proudly presented by Roy Hill.
City of Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas said the pivot from drones to fireworks was based on advice from the drone operators confirming conditions this weekend did not support drones flying.
"We think it's important that we finish our City of Light series on a high, and make sure viewers have the best experience," he said.
"Alongside a dazzling firework display, crowds will not want to miss the impressive water flyboard demonstrations hovering in and above the Elizabeth Quay water inlet."
Fireworks will kick off from 8pm at Elizabeth Quay on Saturday and Sunday (18 and 19 February).
Families are encouraged to come down to Elizabeth Quay from 5pm to enjoy food trucks and roving entertainment – the kids can enjoy a silent disco, try out the hula-hoop workshop and cool off in the waterpark. Crowds can also purchase a ticket and try their luck at sideshow alley.
"I am so proud of how we've lit up the City this summer with a thriving event calendar, Perth has been buzzing with activity.
"And our events season is far from over – with Perth Festival in full swing, the final few days of Fringe World and more events planned over the coming months. There's plenty on for everyone to enjoy," Mr Zempilas said.
The City of Light Show series is proudly presented by Hancock Prospecting, Roy Hill and Atlas Iron, and major supporter Lotterywest, radio partner Mix94.5 and TV media partner Seven West.
Saturday 18 February:
5pm to 5:15pm – The Bell Tower Ringers
5pm – 8pm – Mix94.5 Road Runners with cash giveaways and merchandise
5pm to 8pm – Kids Silent Disco and LED hula-hoop workshops
5pm to 8pm – Roving performers
5pm to 9pm – Sideshow alley – Rabbit shooting gallery and Laughing clowns
6pm to 7pm – Perth Thundercorps marching band
6pm to 7:30pm – On water flyboard shows
8pm – Firework display
Sunday 19 February:
5pm – 8pm – Mix94.5 Road Runners with cash giveaways and merchandise
5pm to 8pm – Kids Silent Disco and LED hula-hoop workshops
5pm to 8pm – Roving performers
5pm to 9pm – Sideshow alley – Rabbit shooting gallery and Laughing clowns
6pm to 7pm – City of Perth Band at the Spanda
6pm to 7:30pm – On water flyboard shows
8pm –Firework display
