The West Test Summer Fest is set to elevate the entertainment experience for the highly anticipated NRMA Insurance Border-Gavaskar series opener between Australia and India!
The Indian-inspired festival will be free and open to the public in the Perth Stadium precinct across the first three days of the West Test (22-24 November) featuring live music, art installations, dance performances, food trucks and of course a big screen showing all the action from on the field.
In addition to celebrating Indian culture, the festival will feature local Western Australian artists, food offerings and family friendly activities throughout the precinct. There will be face painting, henna painting, photo booths, live cooking demonstrations and plenty more to be announced throughout the month!
FREE EVENT
WEST TEST SUMMER FEST
Date: 22 - 24 November
Time: 9.30am - 6.30pm
Get ready for a flavour explosion!
The West Test Summer Festival is set to be a foodies paradise! We're bringing together an incredible line up of food trucks that will take your tastebuds on a global adventure. From bold, Indian-inspired flavours to get you in the mood for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, to sweet icy treats, there's something for everyone!
Indian Food Trucks
- Tatva
- Balls & Buns
- Curry Wrap - With their own twist on the original Kati Roll from India, the curry wrap is a hearty portable feast.
Korean Fusion Food Trucks
- Franny's Kitchen - Experience the best of Korean Fusion! From Pulled Pork Burgers to Bulgogi Beef loaded chips, Franny's brings a creative blend of flavours you won't want to miss!
Sweet Treats
- Mr Wicked's Hawaiian Ice - The perfect food truck for a hot day, selling Mr Wicked's Hawaiian Shaved Ice, Simmo's Ice Cream locally made in Dunsborough, hot waffles, Yahava coffee, milkshakes and cold drinks.
- KULFILICOUS - Traditional Hand made Indian icecream that is Gluten free, preservatives free and Halal, KULFILICIOUS will not disappoint. They even have Dairy free options available!
And More!
From aromatic coffee to snacks and surprises, we've got a little something for everyone.
Come hungry, bring your friends and celebrate the great Australia V India Border Gavaskar Trophy at the West Test Summer Fest!
Line Up
There is always something happening at the West Test Summer Fest, whether its DJs, Stilt Walkers or dance troops, the energy will be high. Check out the full lineup below!
Friday 22 November
Featuring Voice Contestant Janaki Easwar!
| Time | Location | Description |
| 9:30-11am | Main Stage & Matagarup Bridge | DJs to welcome fans |
| 9:30am | Everywhere | Stilt Walkers roaming around in International Whites |
| 9:30am | Southern Oval & Train Station | Bharat Army Fan March throughout the festival and drummers at the train station. |
| 11am-11:30am | Main Stage | Sapphire Dance High Energy Bollywood Dance followed by Indian Folk Dance including Dandiya, Garba and Ghoomar from the Gujrat and Rajasthan region. |
| 11:30am-12pm | Main Stage | DJ |
| 12pm-12:30pm | Southern Oval | Stilt Walkers roaming around in International Whites |
| 12:30pm | Main Stage | Headline Act Janaki Easwar, a recent voice contestant takes to the stage |
| 3pm | Main Stage | Summer Club collective of Perth's most sought-after professional musicians |
| 4pm | Main Stage | Bollywood Dance and Beats |
| 4:30pm | Main Stage | Summer Club |
| 5pm-Close | Main Stage & Matagarup Bridge | DJs |
Saturday 23 November
Featuring Local Indian Band, Agni Studios
| Time | Location | Description |
| 9:30-11am | Main Stage & Matagarup Bridge | DJs to welcome fans |
| 9:30am | Southern Oval & Train Station | Maharashtrain Dhol Drummers |
| 11am-11:30am | Main Stage | Sapphire Dance High Energy Punjabi Style Bollywood Dance Group |
| 11:30am-12:30pm | Main Stage | DJ |
| 12pm | Southern Oval & Broader Site | Stilt Walkers roaming around in Scorchers and Hurricanes Kit |
| 12:30pm | Main Stage | Headline Act Local Indian Band Agni Studios |
| 3pm | Main Stage | Sapphire Dance High Energy Bollywood Dance |
| 4pm-4:30pm | Southern Oval & Broader Site | Stilt Walkers roaming around in Scorchers and Hurricanes Kit |
| 4pm | Main Stage | Team Rhythm - 7-16year olds singing in English, Malayalam, Hindi and Tamil |
| 4:30pm | Main Stage | Bhangaraz Rules High Energy Indian Dance |
| 5pm-Close | Main Stage & Matagarup Bridge | DJs |
Sunday 24 November
Featuring Celebrity Local Chefs: Rohan Park & Kishwar Chowdray
| Time | Location | Description |
| 9:30-11am | Main Stage & Matagarup Bridge | DJs to welcome fans |
| 9:30am | Southern Oval & Train Station | Maharashtrain Dhol Drummers |
| 9:30am | Southern Oval & Broader Site | Stilt Walkers in test match whites |
| 11am-11:30am | Main Stage | Tamil Association of WA Dancers Bollywood Dance, Silambam and Drum |
| 11:30am-12:30pm | Main Stage | DJ |
| 12pm | Souther Oval & Broader Site | Bhairavi Dance Classes |
| 12:30pm | Southern Oval & Broader Site | Stilt Walkers roaming around in test match whites |
| 12:30pm | Main Stage | Headline Act Celebrity Local Chefs, Rohan Park & Kishwar Chowdray |
| 3pm | Main Stage | Sapphire Dance High Energy Bollywood Dance |
| 4pm | Main Stage | Bollywood Dance & Beats Semi-Classical Dance Set |
| 5pm-Close | Main Stage & Matagarup Bridge | DJs |