Major Council Events
Council hosts a range of major events that showcase our river, parks, gardens, sport, recreation and lifestyle.
7Rocky River Run
18 May 2025
Ready, set, register for Central Queensland's largest charity running event! Learn more at rockyriverrun.com.au
Rockhampton Agricultural Show
Rockhampton Regional Council is proud to host the annual Rockhampton Agricultural Show in June each year. Learn more at rockyshow.com.au
Rockhampton River Festival
Rockhampton River Festival is a free entry, three-day festival filled with music, arts, culture and food. Learn more at rockhamptonriverfestival.com.au
CapriCon
CapriCon has exploded in popularity to become regional Queensland’s largest single-day pop-culture convention. Learn more at capriconrockhampton.com.au
Rockynats
17-19 April 2026
Queensland's largest and loudest car and bike festival returns to Rockhampton with burnouts, drag racing and more!
Lovers of horsepower, show cars, burnouts and drifting will experience some of the wildest modified cars in the country!
Learn more at rockynats.com.au
Ensure you're on our list for upcoming events!
Update your details with the Events Team for upcoming major Rockhampton Regional Council events.