Experiences

Rockhampton River Festival 2025 saw the Riverside precinct once again turned into a spectacular celebration of creativity, community and culture. Thousands of visitors gathered to experience an immersive blend of live performances, hands-on art, and homegrown talent, all set against the stunning backdrop of the mighty Fitzroy River (Tunuba).

River Festival Highlights

Elixir Revived: A breathtaking fusion of light, music, and movement that reawakened ancient stories and enchanted audiences.

The Bubble Canteen: A whimsical, multisensory pop-up that served up joy, flavour, and floating bubbles in equal measure.

Accordion Magic: Roaming musicians filled the air with soulful melodies, sparking spontaneous dance and delight throughout the festival grounds.

Moveable Type Studio: A hands-on creative space where visitors explored the art of printmaking and took home their own handcrafted keepsakes.

Waka Gulbugarngu Tunuba: A powerful cultural experience led by Indigenous storytellers, honouring the spirit and stories of the river.

Celebrating Local Creativity

River Festival 2025 proudly showcased the talents of local groups who brought their unique voices to the celebration:

Arts on the Fringe: pushed creative boundaries with bold, thought-provoking installations and performances.

Rocky Flix Shorts: captivated audiences with a curated selection of short films from emerging regional filmmakers.

Sanctum Studios: immersed visitors in cutting-edge digital art and interactive storytelling experiences.