Karla Bidi (Fire Trail)

Event description

Perth Festival is lighting up our skies and riverways with a Noongar-inspired fire trail!

Karla Bidi (meaning fire trail) will transform the Derbarl Yerrigan into a stunning, illuminated pathway. Large beacons of light will stretch from the hills to the sea, accompanied by soundscapes uniquely designed for each location.

Inspired by the Noongar tradition of lighting fires to greet and guide visitors, each beacon is a campfire, a glowing symbol of welcome, warmth, safety and inclusivity. See them light up the night for the duration of the Festival, welcoming you to join us and be part of something truly extraordinary.

You can catch two of the must-see installations at Kings Meadow and Lilac Hill from 7 February to 2 March, every evening after dark.

Karla Bidi Live
Karla Bidi Live is an in-person expansion of Karla Bidi. Join us for an intimate deep dive into the themes of the work – caring for Country, practising culture and the importance of the river.
 

Karla Bidi live

Join Noongar Elder Nigel Wilkes and his nephew and Karla Bidi Creative Collaborator Ian Wilkes as they respond to Karla Bidi, as they talk about fire, fishing and caring for the river and staying strong in Noongar culture.
Lilac Hill - Sun 16 Feb 6.45pm-7.45pm
Beacon on at 7.45


This is a free event, with no bookings required. Just show up and enjoy!

Find out more about this special Perth Festival event(open in new window).

Proudly supported by the City of Swan. 

Location details

Kings Meadow, Hill St, Guildford

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Date and time
Friday, February 14, 2025 | 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Lilac Hill, 850 W Swan Rd, Caversham

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Date and time
Friday, February 14, 2025 | 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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