A festival of music, art and ocean wonder.
21 November 2026
4pm - 9pm
Moort-ak Waadiny /
Wellington Square
For one unforgettable night, Scott Reef rises from the wild waters of Australia’s northwest and comes alive in the heart of Perth.
Great Australian bands and performers fill the night with music. Families create, explore and gather beneath a glowing underwater world. There will be hands-on activities, delicious food and unexpected discoveries around every corner.
This is Scott Reef Rising.
FAQs
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No, the event is completely free for everyone.
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We strongly encourage you to register, that way you will ensure you don’t miss any exciting updates or important information. However, registrations are not compulsory and won’t need to be shown on arrival, you can show up and enjoy the fun even if you do not register.
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Register for free tickets via Humanitix.
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Yes — we need a team of volunteers to make Scott Reef Rising a success! Express your interest in volunteering here. The first 100 volunteers registered will receive a free Volunteer Pack including a Scott Reef Rising t-shirt.
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We strongly encourage attendees to use public transport, walk or cycle to the event.
Train: Wellington Square is located approximately 650 metres from Claisebrook Train Station, on the following train lines.Airport Line
Armadale Line
Ellenbrook Line
Midland Line
Thornlie–Cockburn Line
Bus: the closest local bus routes stopping directly near Moort-ak Waadiny / Wellington Square in Perth are the Yellow CAT (which stops right at Wellington St / Wellington Square Stop Id 54) and regular Transperth routes such as the 38, 39, 51, 178, 220, 24, 910, 930, 940, and 960.
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We strongly encourage attendees to use public transport, walk or cycle to the event.
There is no designated event parking.
Please check the City of Perth Parking information page for parking options near Wellington Square. https://www.cityofperthparking.com.au/
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Yes, there will be a variety of food trucks offering delicious options!
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The event is rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, updates will be posted on our social media channels and the event page.
Set Times
DJ FROM 4:00PM BETWEEN SETS
ROK RILEY
4:00-6:00PM
KIDS CRAFT WORKSHOPS BY CURIOUS LEGENDS
4:15-4:45PM
ANNA SCHNEIDER
5:15-6:00PM
NICHOLAS ALLBROOK
6:10-6:15PM
TIM WINTON
6:15-6:30PM
SPECIAL GUEST TBA
7:00-7:30PM
EMERGENT SEA BY CURIOUS LEGENDS
7:35-8:35PM
ELECTRIC FIELDS
Come and meet Scott Reef
Scott Reef is an ancient coral atoll off the Kimberley coast in Western Australia.
It’s a precious and diverse marine ecosystem, a feeding ground for migrating whales, and a home to at-risk species like the green sea turtle and the dusky sea snake.
But Scott Reef is under threat. Gas company Woodside wants to drill up to 57 wells around Scott Reef. This risks catastrophic oil spills and threatens this precious ecosystem.
Scott Reef Rising is your chance to experience the wonder of Scott Reef.
For one night only, this extraordinary world will rise from the ocean and come to life in the heart of Boorloo/Perth.
Let’s rise up, let’s dance, let’s save Scott Reef!
Event Partners
Scott Reef Rising is brought to you by:
Business Supporters
Thank you to these businesses for their donations and in-kind support of Scott Reef Rising:




