Suburban bowling clubs across Fremantle will be transformed into live music hubs this June as the beloved winter music series Hidden Treasures returns for its 15th year.
Festival Highlights
The festival brings together a diverse lineup of local and emerging artists, offering unique and experimental sounds. Bowling clubs will feature multi-stage rooms with pop-up stages, silent discos, and quirky performances. Curators Boox Kid, Lubly Dae Crew, and Siobhan Cotchin have shaped the lineup to ensure a vibrant mix of genres.
Community Impact
City of Fremantle creative programs lead Ofa Fotu emphasised the importance of such events for Fremantle's culture. “Bringing the festival to North Fremantle and Hilton is about more than just performances - it’s about community participation. Every ticket bought, every drink at the bar, every sausage sizzle supports these local venues and helps keep them alive,” she said.
Fremantle's music scene continues to expand, with venues like Mojo’s Bar, Clancy’s Fish Pub, and Freo Social catering to local music lovers. Fotu added, “We’ve already seen how powerful that can be. When communities show up, venues grow, evolve, and create new opportunities for connection. That’s what we want for these bowling clubs—to become places people return to, not just for events, but as part of their everyday community life.”
Lineup and Performances
This year’s lineup offers something for everyone. Standout performances include nationally-acclaimed funk and soul artist Navisha, R&B “fairy princess” Persia, and three-piece alternative punk-folk band Symmetrical Dogs. Audiences can also enjoy experimental folk from Oakabella & The Maeflies, dreamy jazz-pop from Coco Elise, and gritty electric DJ sets from artists like Onike and E-V.
Event Details
The festival kicks off at North Freo Bowlo on June 11 at 5:30pm, followed by Hilton Park Bowling Club on June 18, also at 5:30pm. Tickets are available online.
