20th to 30th of august 2026

1 O Nights

In Port

WALYALUP FREMANTLE FESTIVAL
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Ten nights, one port city

10 Nights in Port | Walyalup Fremantle Festival is an annual celebration of arts, music, performance and community. For ten nights, the port city hosts a vibrant program of events and entertainment for all ages. Known by several names throughout its long history, 10 Nights in Port is widely recognised as one of Australia’s oldest recorded festivals, reflecting the evolving story of Fremantle and its people.

THIS WINTER

Events

22 August Theatre

A Magical Guide to Fighting Fascism

25 August Film

Out Loud and On Screen: DADAA AN/OTHER Film Screening

Experience a powerful collection of short films that place people with disability at the heart of storytelling. Presented by DADAA, this special screening explores the theme of Huddle through stories of belonging, resilience and connection. Featuring films by and about people with disability from Fremantle and across Australia, the program celebrates the people and places that offer refuge, understanding and strength, while inviting audiences to see the world through fresh perspectives. Stay after the screening for a Q&A with curator Sarah Collins.

27 August Dance

The Genesis Project

Dark, daring and deeply human, The Genesis Project is a striking contemporary dance work that reimagines the stories women have inherited—and the power of rewriting them. Performed by six exceptional dancers, this cinematic production blends contemporary movement, evocative visual design and an original score by Annika Moses (Great Statue), featuring music from her album Great Lake. Together, they conjure a world that is at once haunting, witty and fiercely empowering, exploring autonomy, resilience and the expectations placed on women’s bodies across time. An unforgettable evening of dance that lingers long after the final curtain.

29 August, 30 August Performance

The RAFT

When a luxury cruise goes spectacularly wrong, a group of unlikely survivors must learn to navigate life together on a single raft. Created and performed by CircusWA’s Youth Academy, The RAFT is a thrilling blend of circus, physical theatre and dark comedy. As friendships are tested and tensions rise, extraordinary acrobatics and inventive storytelling unfold in a hilarious and unpredictable tale of survival, boredom and betrayal. Fast-paced, funny and full of surprises, The RAFT is a celebration of resilience, resourcefulness and what happens when we’re all in the same boat.

10 NIGHTS IN PORT 2025

Moments from the port