Located in the heart of Central Queensland, Rockhampton plays host to over 25 major events a year, attracting visitors from far and wide.

Events play a large part in Rockhampton's visitor economy. In 2022, Rockynats 02 with over 52,000 visitors generated over $6.6 million of overnight visitor expenditure, demonstrating the huge impact our major events have on the local economy, particularly turning around what was once a quiet long weekend in our region.

With events like Rockynats, Capricorn Food and Wine Festival, Pop Up Polo, CapriCon and PBR Rockhampton Invitational events hosted in the heart of the Riverside Precinct and throughout the CBD, visitors have the luxury of relaxing in 4.5 star accommodation with stunning views over the Fitzroy River (Tunuba) to Mount Archer (Nurim) National Park, all while being within walking distance to event and dining precincts.

From burnouts to pop culture to bull riding to food and wine, there really is something for everyone on Rockhampton's 2023 major events calendar.

For more information, visit www.explorerockhampton.com.au/Whats-On