Festival Information
Everything You Need To Know Before You Arrive
Planning your day at Riverside Rhythms Festival is easy. Find event details, location information, parking advice, accessibility information, facilities and answers to common questions below.
Event Details
Date:
Saturday 5 September 2026
Location:
Riverside Park, Kempsey NSW
Time:
12:00pm to 10:00pm
Riverside Rhythms Festival brings together live music, river activities, community performances, market stalls and family entertainment in one of the Macleay Valley's most picturesque riverside locations.
Getting To Riverside Park
Located in the heart of Kempsey, Riverside Park is easily accessible by car, bicycle or on foot from surrounding areas.
Visitors are encouraged to arrive early and allow extra time for parking and pedestrian access during peak periods.
Address:
Riverside Park, Eden Street, Kempsey, NSW, 2440
Parking & Access
Accessibility
Public parking is available within walking distance of the festival grounds.
Additional parking information, traffic management plans and any road closures will be published closer to the event date.
Riverside Rhythms Festival aims to be accessible and welcoming for all members of the community.
Facilities include:
Accessible pathways
Accessible toilet facilities
Designated accessible parking
Festival Site Map
Use the site map below to familiarise yourself with the festival layout before arriving.
Featured locations include:
Main Stage
Ground Performance Area
Market Zone
River Activity Area
First Aid
Toilets
Emergency Assembly Area
Family Friendly Spaces
*Site Map is a generalised guide only
What To Bring
To make the most of your festival experience, we recommend bringing:
🧺 Picnic blanket
🪑 Fold up chair
🧢 Hat
🧴 Sunscreen
💧Water bottle
📸 Camera
💰 Cash and card payment options
Food, Markets & Community Stalls
A range of food vendors, community organisations, local businesses and market stalls will be available throughout the festival.
Details of participating stallholders will be announced in the lead up to the event.
Family Friendly Festival
Riverside Rhythms Festival is designed to be enjoyed by all ages.
Families can enjoy:
Playground facilities
Community demonstrations
Live performances
Watching river activities
Food vendors
Open green spaces
Parents and carers remain responsible for supervising children at all times.
Weather Information
The festival will proceed in most weather conditions.
Any updates regarding severe weather or event changes will be communicated through our website and social media channels.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes! Bring your friends and family to enjoy a great day out by the river.
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Yes. Visitors are encouraged to bring fold up chairs or picnic rugs.
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Yes. However, it is a public event and all dog owners are asked to comply with standard etiquette and rules.
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Yes. Food vendors and refreshments will be available throughout the festival grounds.
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The latest event schedule and activity information can be found on our Program page.