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
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 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
Exciting New River Kids Precinct Unveiled at River Festival Published on 29 June 2023 Get ready for a sensational family experience at the upcoming Rockhampton River Festival as we introduce the brand-new River Kids Precinct, filled with an array of free workshops and performances for children of all ages. The festival, taking place from 28th to 30th July, promises a weekend of fun and entertainment for the whole family. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Country on Quay Returns With Australia's Biggest Country Music Stars Published on 08 June 2023 We’re keeping it country at Rockhampton River Festival this July, bringing back the highly anticipated Country on Quay opening night concert showcasing Australia’s finest country music stars to complement the other cultural, food and music experiences across the festival. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
BIRDZ and The Delta Riggs to Headline Spectacular Festival Line-up Published on 01 June 2023 Rockhampton River Festival returns this July to claim its place as the quintessential winter festival in its 9th year on the Central Queensland calendar, igniting the Rockhampton Riverside Precinct from 28th to 30th July. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
A magical journey of music and light at Rockhampton River Festival Published on 26 September 2022 Rockhampton Regional Council invites River Festival attendees to join acclaimed Australian string ensemble DeepBlue, master percussionist Michael Askill, and Persian violinist Greta Kelly for a euphoric musical experience under the night sky for Song to the Earth. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
East Street to come alive as an integral part of River Festival Published on 23 September 2022 In addition to Quay Street and our wonderful Riverfront precinct, Rockhampton Regional Council is striving to bring thousands of eager customers into East Street as part of Rockhampton River Festival’s Saturday and Sunday programming. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Larger than life Gaia exhibition at Rockhampton River Festival Published on 15 September 2022 Visitors will be able to gaze upon the Earth as if from space, without ever having to leave the atmosphere... Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases