Rockhampton River Festival 2023 - Road Closures
Published on 13 July 2023
2023 ROCKHAMPTON RIVER FESTIVAL
Friday 28th – Sunday 30th July 2023
IMPORTANT EVENT ROAD CLOSURE INFORMATION
Planning for Rockhampton’s signature annual event is now underway. A mix of art exhibitions, cultural activities, entertainment, and market vendors will be located across Quay Street and Quay Lane.
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 Festival.
To minimise inconvenience to businesses and residents, road closures will be in effect for the minimal amount of time as safely possible, with roads closed and reopened in stages.
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Road Section
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Closed from
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Re-opened by*
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Quay Street
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Between Bus Lane (Little Fitzroy & William)
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6am – Thurs 27 July
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8am – Mon 31 July
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Victoria Parade
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Lower Car Park only (partial closure)
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6am – Thurs 27 July
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6am – Sun 6 August
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William Street
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Lower Car Park only (full closure)
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6am – Thurs 27 July
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6am – Tue 1 August
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William Street
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Round about (Quay Street)
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6am – Friday 28 July
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6am – Mon 31 July
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Denham Street
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Between East - Quay
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6am – Friday 28 July
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6am – Mon 31 July
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*while every effort will be made to achieve reopening on schedule, this may not always be possible due to unforeseen logistics/other circumstances.
EMERGENCY SERVICES WILL HAVE 24/7 ACCESS DURING ROAD CLOSURES AND CHANGED TRAFFIC CONDITIONS
We appreciate changed traffic conditions affect businesses and residents in the festival area. Council apologises for any inconvenience caused and our personnel will work closely with the community to minimise this.
Motorists and pedestrians are asked to exercise caution and observe all signs and traffic directions.
A Fireworks display has been planned for the following dates and times:
- Friday 28th July – 7.45pm
- Saturday 29th July – 6.45pm
- Sunday 30th July – 7.45pm
Ensure your pets are wearing ID tags and their microchip details are up to date. Ensure your pets are exercised and well fed before the fireworks start. Keep your animals indoors in a safe, secure and comfortable environment. Leave the TV or radio on to mask any sounds if you won't be home.
For more event information visit: https://www.rockhamptonriverfestival.com.au/
For any road closure queries, please contact the Advance Rockhampton Team by email advancerockhampton@rrc.qld.gov.au or by phoning 07 4936 8005.
Regards
Rockhampton River Festival Event Team
riverfestival@rrc.qld.gov.au