Discover a new perspective on heritage art form at River Fest Published on 17 July 2025 A mobile printmaking studio in a 40-foot-long shipping container will be a temporary addition to the local arts and design scene during a special residency by the Moveable Type Studio (MTS) at River Festival 25-27 July 2025. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Media Releases
Full Program Released for Rockhampton River Festival 2025 Published on 16 July 2025 Rockhampton River Festival is set to light up the Riverside Precinct once again, with the full program for River Fest 2025 now officially released. From Friday 25 to Sunday 27 July, the city will come alive with music, art and culture and the best part? It’s free! Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Releases
ONE PIANO. ONE VOICE. ONE UNFORGETTABLE SHOW Published on 08 July 2025 Kylie Fisher, powerhouse vocalist and entertainer, is taking her signature high-energy piano party across the nation this July–November with a massive 50-date headline tour across Australia – including performances at Rockhampton River Festival on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 July. Tagged as: , Announcements
Capricornia Printmakers Launch Screenprint Design Competition Published on 01 July 2025 In partnership with Capricornia Printmakers Inc., River Fest is excited to announce a screenprint design competition that invites artists of all skill levels to submit original artwork. Winning designs will be printed on collectible tote bags and cards, available for purchase during the festival, turning your art into cherished festival keepsakes. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Public Notices
River Fest Line-Up Announced - Over 40 Acts, 3 Days, 2 Stages Published on 25 June 2025 The countdown is on! With just one month to go, the Rockhampton Region is gearing up for its biggest celebration yet as the 2025 Rockhampton River Festival returns from July 25–27, transforming the banks of the Fitzroy River (Tunuba) into a vibrant hub of music, culture, and arts. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
River Festival Road Closures 2025 Published on 31 January 2025 For the safety of the community and event organisers, a number of road closures and traffic management changes will be required ahead of, during and after this year’s River Festival 25-27 July 2025. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Public Notices
River Fest is bursting with FREE kids activities Published on 21 July 2024 Explore a world of creativity at River Fest with our wide range of free kids' workshops! Perfect for budding artists of all ages, these engaging sessions are designed to ignite the creative juices and offer fun, hands-on experiences. While all workshops are free, some may require bookings due to limited spaces. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities
Full River Festival Program Released - Plan Your Weekend Now! Published on 19 July 2024 The highly anticipated 2024 Rockhampton River Festival program is now live! Mark your calendars for next weekend, from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, July 28, as Rockhampton gears up to host River Fest X. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities
River Fest reveals their NEW Arts on the Fringe Program Published on 16 July 2024 Advance Rockhampton have revealed a new addition to this year’s Rockhampton River Festival (River Fest) with the new ‘Art’s on the Fringe’ program set to activate the Walter Reid Cultural Centre throughout the Festival. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Rockhampton River Festival Gears Up for its 10th Anniversary Event Published on 04 July 2024 Rockhampton River Festival is gearing up for its most spectacular year yet, marking its 10th anniversary with a vibrant riverside celebration from July 26th to 28th, 2024. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities