RISING: Blockbuster

Winter in Fed Square is about to get overtaken by Punjabi heat. Blockbuster is a massive day-to-night celebration bursting with Pakistani music, Punjabi truck art and mouthwatering street food. Taking its name from the viral hit ‘Blockbuster’, it’s a free all-ages event that’s set to splash the city with colour.

Featuring a host of superstars who’ve never performed in Australia. Check out Pakistani rap acrobatics from Faris Shafi. Annural Khalid will bring her infectious fusion of desi R&B and pop. There’ll be a set from Zain Zohaib, rock and Bollywood composer Xulfi, and Sherry Kattak-lead singer and guitarist from Karakoram.

Fill your plate with street food. Explore the kaleidoscopic truck art by Pakistani painter Haider Ali.

A big theme for the day is Baithak, which is traditionally a space for getting together, sharing stories and lending a hand. Then, as the sun goes down the party kicks on, Blockbuster style.

Rising: Blockbuster is presented with SalamFest and Fed Square.