Food and Retail

Retail and Food Vendor Expressions

Rockhampton River Festival is Central Queensland’s premier celebration of arts, culture, and community, held annually along the stunning Fitzroy River (Tunuba). Since its inception in 2014, the festival has grown into a vibrant three-day event that brings together over 35,000 people to experience the best of local talent, diverse cuisine, and immersive entertainment.

Expressions of interest are NOW OPEN.

Festival Dates

24-26 July 2026

Why Trade at Rockhampton River Festival?

1. The festival fosters local pride and encourages meaningful interactions between vendors and visitors.
2. Festival-goers come for the arts, music, food, and culture, creating a rich mix of potential customers eager to explore new tastes and crafts.
3. Live music, workshops, and immersive experiences create a dynamic atmosphere that enhances vendor visibility.

Site Fees

Retail Vendor

3m x 3m Site | $245

6m x 3m Site | $470

9m x 3m Site | $710

General Food Vendor

3m x 3m | $350

6m x 3m | $680

9m x 3m | $1,010

Frontage per meter | $115

BOH (Depth) | $50/m *subject to availability 

Flavours of the World | Food Vendors

3m x 3m | $430

6m x 3m | $855

9m x 3m | $1,275

BOH (Depth) | $50/m *subject to availability 

Power

Power access is $55 per 10amp & 15amp outlet and $75 per 3phase outlet.

All site fees and associated costs are inclusive of GST.

TRADE SITE TERMS AND CONDITIONS 

Please ensure you have read and understood the Rockhampton River Festival 2026 Trade Site Terms and Conditions before applying.(PDF, 220KB)

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications will be assessed based on suitability for the event and the following event selection criteria:

• Preference will be given to applicants with product or experience that will complement and enhance the event.
• The quality of photos in your application will be used to determine your suitability for the event.
• The description you provide to explain your product range will ensure duplication of similar vendors does not occur.
• The online presence your business has will be reviewed, including your active social media accounts and website.
• Applicants must meet all requirements, including supplying the relevant documentation (e.g. Public Liability Insurance, Food Business Licence, Workplace Health and Safety Induction)
• Applicants that can trade during full event operating days and hours and have not closed early at a previous event.
• Applicants who can bump in on time and leave their site as they found it, clean and devoid of waste.
• Vendors that have professional displays/site setup and good signage.

Successful applicants will receive a trade site offer with further details around the event, its requirements and terms of trade.

APPLY TO TRADE AT ROCKHAMPTON RIVER FESTIVAL

If you have any questions please reach out to the Rockhampton River Festival team at riverfestival@rrc.qld.gov.au