Rockhampton is set for another action-packed year of events with the 2025 Major Events Calendar officially unveiled by Rockhampton Regional Council.
The calendar features over 35 diverse events across the 12-month period, and is expected to attract more than 250,000 tourists, visitors and spectators to the region and support the economy and hundreds of local jobs and businesses.
From adrenaline-pumping motorsports to cultural festivals, gourmet experiences to sporting events, there's truly something for everyone, every season in the Rockhampton Region.
The 2025 Major Events calendar includes key experiences like:
- Rare Spares RockyNats 05
- River Festival
- CapriCon
- 7Rocky River Run
- Pop-Up Polo
- Capricorn Food & Wine Festival
- Rockhampton Show
The calendar highlights major art, culture, food, entertainment and sporting events taking place across the region and can be found at www.explorerockhampton.com.au/whatson
Rockhampton Region Mayor Tony Williams said once again the Rockhampton Region will be central for events, visitation and experiences in Central Queensland.
"We know that hospitality, tourism and retail are key pillars of our economy and a driver of local jobs and economic activity.
"That's why we have once again developed an event calendar – featuring Council run and private events – that will see more people coming to our region whilst giving locals those events and activities that we all love.
"Last year alone, Council's five major events generated over $16.7 million for our local economy and I am looking forward to seeing 2025 being bigger and better still.
"So, whether you're a local, an interstate visitor or maybe even someone coming from further afield, I encourage everyone to jump online and check out what's planned in 2025 in the Rockhampton Region," Mayor Williams said.
Advance Rockhampton Tourism and Events Manager Zac Garven said the region's leading economic development, tourism and events agency, Advance Rockhampton, works with event operators, local small businesses and our State and Federal bodies to ensure that we are putting Rockhampton's best foot forward.
"The 2025 Major Events calendar is now available online, allowing locals to invite their friends and family, and potential visitors to plan their trips well in advance.
"These events do more than boost our economy – they enhance the fabric of our community. When families gather at River Festival, when friends meet up at CapriCon, or when neighbours cheer together at Rocky River Run, we're building a more connected and vibrant community.
A strong events calendar makes Rockhampton an even better place to live, creating those moments that bring people together and give our region its unique character," Mr Garven said.
The 2025 Major Events Calendar can be accessed via the Explore Rockhampton website and social media at www.explorerockhampton.com.au/whatson
Advance Rockhampton also provides a range of promotional videos and event toolkits which can be accessed at the Advance Rockhampton website.
