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A Chinese style lion dance is happening in front of glowing silk lantern replicas of Terracotta Warriors
WA Museum Boola Bardip

Terracotta Warriors Closing Festival

Dates

Tuesday 17 February - Friday 20 February

Closing Festival | 5pm-9pm

Extended exhibition viewing times from 4pm, last entry 7.30pm, exhibition viewing ends at 9pm

Dates
Tuesday 17 February 2026 | 5pm - 9pm
Wednesday 18 February 2026 | 5pm - 9pm
Thursday 19 February 2026 | 5pm - 9pm
Friday 20 February 2026 | 5pm - 9pm
Cost

Closing Festival
Free

Exhibition entry
Standard | $30
Concession | $25
Junior (5 – 15) | $15
Junior (0 – 4) | Free
Companion Card | Free
Family (2 Standard & up to 3 Junior) | $75

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Wave goodbye to the Terracotta Warriors and hello to the Lunar New Year with food trucks, entertainment and activities for the whole family amongst the Lanterns of Terracotta Warriors.


Closing Festival from 5pm

Free Entry

Before experiencing the Terracotta Warriors: Legacy of the First Emperor exhibition, join in the celebration outside the main entrance! View the Lanterns of Terracotta Warriors, enjoy a refreshing drink or a bite to eat from one of our various food trucks.

Celebrate Lunar New Year and the closing week of our most successful exhibition yet. Each night you will encounter different performances, including traditional dances from local community groups, roaming performers, live music, DJs, a photo booth and more.
 
Scroll down for the full program.

Extended exhibition entry from 4pm

Ticket required

This is your last chance to step back 2,000 years and come face to face with one of the world’s greatest cultural treasures, featuring Emperor Qin Shihuang’s Terracotta Warriors and over 225 ancient artefacts. We've extended the exhibition opening hours leading up to the final days to give everyone the opportunity to experience the wonders, whether it be for the first time or the hundredth.

While you're there, remember to stop by our Ancient China Activity Zone just outside the exhibition for some hands-on fun. Whether you're curious about ancient writing, traditional music or the every day lives of the First Emperor's people, this space offers something for all ages to enjoy.

Nightly entertainment and food

Tuesday | 17 February | Chinese community music and dance

Ghuzheng Grand Ensemble 

Performances at 6pm and 7.30pm

A musical experience that celebrates the ancient Chinese zither, a plucked string instrument with over 2,500 years of history. Presented by the Chung Wah Association.

Traditional Chinese Dance

RealChina 6.30pm–7pm

A vibrant showcase of Chinese culture combining vocal pieces, movement, martial arts-inspired elements and traditional music. 

Culture Care WA 7pm–7.30pm

'Dance Through Dynasties' – a mesmerising 30-minute showcase of Chinese dances featuring different dynasties and ethnic groups. Witness the majesty of traditional costumes and elegant movements from across China, performed by talented local dancers.

DJ Rescue Dog 

Sets from 5pm and 8pm

DJ Rescue Dog has a romantic heart for dazzling hyper-pop sounds.

Food & Drink

From 5pm - 9pm

Wuyi Tea Lab
Steam Bun Factory
Baolicious
The Hungry Dragon
Bar open 5-9pm

Wednesday | 18 February | Circus night

Fliptease 

Performances from 5pm

Awe-inspiring aerial performances and roving stilt walkers throughout the night.

DJ Connor Kiss (Arle) 

Set from 5:30pm to 7:30pm

DJ Connor Kiss (Arle) will present a set of modern and classical Chinese artists.

Food & Drink

From 5pm - 9pm

Wuyi Tea Lab
Steam Bun Factory
Baolicious
The Hungry Dragon
Chubby Dumpling
Bar open 5-9pm

Thursday | 19 February | DJs & live music

DJ Connor Kiss (Arle) 

Sets from 5pm and 8pm

DJ Connor Kiss (Arle) will present a set of modern and classical Chinese artists.

Asian Milhouse 

Performance at 6pm

Asian Milhouse is a solo project from prolific songwriter and performer Joshua Chan, a figure entrenched in the Boorloo/Perth music scene now stretching their wings elsewhere.

Jade//Vision 

Performance at 7pm

Pushing the limits of modern Jazz & Hip-Hop, Jade//Vision unites Perth's most formidable instrumentalists on one stage.

Food & Drink

From 5pm - 9pm

Wuyi Tea Lab
Steam Bun Factory
Chubby Dumpling
Jumplings
Bar open 5-9pm​

Friday | 20 February | Traditional Chinese music & closing celebrations

Ghuzheng Grand Ensemble 

Performances at 6pm and 7.30pm

Join us for a musical experience that celebrates the ancient Chinese zither, a plucked string instrument with over 2,500 years of history. Presented by the Chung Wah Association.

Lion Dance 

Performance at 6.30pm

Presented by Yaolin King Fu Association

DJ Henry Sims

Sets from 5pm and 8pm

Henry Sims is a DJ interested in eclectic genres who has supported touring acts from across the globe.

Food & Drink

From 5pm - 9pm

Wuyi Tea Lab
Lalicious Pantry
Jumplings
Tings
Bar open 5-9pm

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