RAC Arena continues to attract major national and global sporting events, comedians and musicians to Perth.
Music legends coming up include Ne-Yo, J Balvin, Parkway Drive and Hozier. Comedians Trevor Noah, Sooshi Mango and Sarah Millican are coming later in the year, and sports lovers can gear up for HoopsFest, bringing the best of basketball to Perth, and the Wildcats national basketball season kicks off with the first of their Friday night home games on September 20.
For all events, see the Localista RAC Arena Guide.
J Balvin
September 10
For the first time in 10 years, global superstar J Balvin is bringing his world-renowned live ‘Que Bueno Volver A Verte Tour’ to Perth for one epic night.
Renowned for his phenomenal, high-energy shows, the Colombian hitmaker has conquered major festivals such as Splendour In The Grass, Coachella, Tomorrowland, and was the very first Latin headliner in Lollapalooza’s 28-year history. His list of studio collaborators includes some of the biggest names around: Dua Lipa, Cardi B, Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber, Skrillex, Pharrell, and more.
Grammy-nominated electro duo, Sofi Tukker, will be joining Balvin as special guests for what will be the party of the year.
HoopsFest
September 19 – 23
A first of its kind, HoopsFest promises to be an unforgettable festival featuring all NBL and WNBL teams together in the same place at the same time! Tickets for HoopsFest include entry for Round One of the Hungry Jack’s NBL Season, a Cygnett WNBL Tournament, the U18 Australian Club Championships, an interactive fan zone, the world-famous Sneakerland exhibition, as well as music, food and loads of other entertainment.
It’s all been combined for the first time in history to create an experience unlike any other, making it the best value entertainment in Perth during the September school holidays. Book now!
Ne-Yo
September 29
Three-time, GRAMMY Award-winning R&B hitmaker NE-YO returns to RAC Arena on the Champagne & Roses Tour on September 29, with special guest LLOYD.
NE-YO is a three-time GRAMMY Award-winning R&B hitmaker, iconic songwriter, actor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist whose illustrious catalog has generated a combined total of 23 billion streams worldwide.
His debut single, 2005’s “So Sick,” hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified quadruple-platinum. Since then, the Motown Records/Compound Entertainment recording artist has racked up a collection of global hits including “Sexy Love,” “Closer,” “Because of You,” “Miss Independent,” and “Push Back”
Parkway Drive
September 30
Twenty years in the making, Parkway Drive are bringing their 20 Year Anniversary tour to RAC Arena on September 30!
Featuring hits from their most recent album ‘Darker Still’ with special guests Prevail, The Ghost Inside and Void of Vision.
Two decades ago, a band that would go on to pioneer and dominate the landscape of heavy metal music was born on the sunny shores of Byron Bay. Now, in 2024, the Aussie metal titans will return to home soil this September to celebrate their 20th anniversary with their biggest headline tour to date.
Synthony
October 12
Get ready for an orchestra like no other, as RAC Arena and the Perth Symphony Orchestra bring Synthony No.4 to Perth!
Electronic dance music meets a live orchestra for Synthony No.4, returning bigger and better than ever with a full live DJ set from UK hitmaker, Example.
All your favourite dance tracks from artists like Swedish House Mafia, Basement Jaxx, Avicii, Fatboy Slim, Calvin Harris, Faithless, Fisher, and more will be brought to life by the incredible Perth Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Sarah-Grace Williams, and accompanied by guest vocalists, instrumentalists, and immersive visuals.
Sooshi Mango
November 2
Homegrown comedy heroes Sooshi Mango return with their most exciting live show yet, Home Made!
The trio, made up of brothers Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, and friend Andrew Manfre, are award-winning comedians, podcasters, and content creators with a host of much-loved characters that they are excited to bring to life on stage once more.
Known for their skits and characters inspired by their beloved Italian family, Sooshi Mango have taken the world by storm in recent years thanks to their relatable, nostalgic humour and hilarious delivery. Get tickets now!
Hozier
November 5-6
Grammy-nominated, award-winning multi-platinum singer and songwriter, Hozier, and his band will be returning to Australian shores this coming November, performing shows here for the first time since 2019. With over 22 billion global streams, numerous platinum album certifications, multiple award nominations and wins, Hozier is recognised as one of the foremost singer-songwriters of our generation.
After selling out his first Perth show on November 6, the Irish artist will bring his highly successful ‘Unreal Unearth’ tour to RAC Arena for an exclusive second performance on November 5! Joined by special guest American Singer-Songwriter Joy Oladokun. Tickets selling fast!
Trevor Noah
November 11
Trevor Noah, one of the most successful comedians in the world, is on his way to Perth! Host of the Emmy Award-winning show, “The Daily Show”, and author of the #1 New York Times bestseller “Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood”, this comedy legend is returning to Perth in November for his new ‘Off The Record Tour’! This will be the third time that the South African comedian has performed for WA fans at RAC Arena after last visiting the venue in 2018. Get your tickets now!
Childish Gambino
February 11
Childish Gambino is set to take the global stage once again his brand-new ‘The New World Tour’!
The long-awaited Australia and New Zealand leg kicks off on 28 January 2025, ending with his Perth in February 2025. This follows an extensive tour of North American, Europe and the UK. This will be Childish Gambino’s first visit down under since 2019, with special guest Amaarae. Tickets are selling fast, so don’t miss out!
Sarah Millican
March 14
Award-winning comedian and writer, Sarah Millican, announces her all new stand-up show, ‘Late Bloomer,’ is coming to RAC Arena in March 2025!
When Sarah Millican was a bairn, she wouldn’t say boo to a goose. Quiet at school with not many friends! Now she is loud, with good friends, and goose-booing all over the shop.
In ‘Late Bloomer’, Millican explores how one became the other. Plus, lots of stuff about dinners and lady gardens. So come along, laugh at her, with her, beside her. Don’t miss this UK comedy legend, tickets on sale now!
See more events at RAC Arena here.