Winter events start heating up across Rockhampton and the Capricorn Coast
Posted on July 4th, 2023
From a rocking country festival on Great Keppel Island, to a mighty celebration of arts and culture along the iconic Tunuba (Fitzroy River), Rockhampton and the Capricorn Coast are about to turn up the heat this July with a range of festivals and events to suit the entire family. Lock it in and save the date – here are three upcoming events that you don’t want to miss!
Country on Keppel – 14th – 16th July
Country music returns to Great Keppel Island this month with Adam Brand, Lyn Bowtell, James Blundell and Matt Cornell taking to the stage for the biggest and best Country on Keppel. Accommodation, ferry and meal packages are still available with Great Keppel Island Hideaway, so don’t wait any longer. Secure your tickets and stay now.
Book now – https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/country-on-keppel-july-14th-15th-16th-july-2023-tickets-330323385137
Yeppoon Pickleball Festival – 14th – 23rd July
With Yeppoon playing a backdrop to the ever popular and growing sport, Yeppoon Tennis Club, with their 14 purpose-built courts is proud to showcase our beautiful Capricorn Coast as part of this exciting event which will be held from 14th to 23rd July. The jam-packed festival agenda will bring people together to play, grow, laugh, compete, connect, exercise, and enjoy the full pickleball experience.
Discover more – https://capricornenterprise.com.au/2023/07/the-yeppoon-pickleball-festival-kicks-off-on-the-capricorn-coast-in-july/
Yeppoon Running Festival – 29th – 30th July
The Yeppoon Running Festival is back from 29 to 30 July 2023 starting on the beautiful Yeppoon main beach foreshore.
This is one of the fastest regional races in Queensland and the only Marathon in Central Queensland. As well as the Marathon and Half Marathon distances, there is also a 10km, 5km and a 1.6km Family fun run. No matter what fitness level, there’s an option for you.
The courses are fast and flat, starting and finishing in the heart of Yeppoon. You will make your way along the beach until heading a little inland into peaceful green shrubland before reaching the turnaround point back into Yeppoon where the cheer squads and spectators will be waiting for you in the racing precinct.
Visit the Yeppoon Running Festival website for more information.
Rockhampton River Festival – 28th – 30th July
Rockhampton River Festival returns 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.
With an outstanding line-up of nationally recognised artists supported by exciting up-and-coming talent attendees will be captivated across the 3-day festival.
FREE Entry!
For more information visit www.rockhamptonriverfestival.com.au
