Join us for the official launch of Richmond RiverFest 2026 on World Rivers Day in Ballina, where the river meets the sea
Join us from 10am to 4pm – a day to gather, connect, and celebrate the Richmond River – bringing together voices from across the catchment.
Festival Launch Highlights:
Welcome to Country
Storytelling, Local Experts & Live music
Weaving & Cultural Activities
Kids’ nature activities
Sustainable fishing workshops
Sustainable fishing Educational stalls from local conservation groups
Sausage sizzle (gold coin donation!), vegetarian Mexican, coffee & treats.
S Boat Tours and Talks
1 hour tours at 1pm Boat Tour 1pm: Exploring life in the Richmond River – Ballina, NSW | OzFish Unlimited and 2:10pm Boat Tour 2:10pm: Exploring life in the Richmond River – Ballina, NSW | OzFish Unlimited
You’ll also find out about all the amazing events happening across the month for RiverFest – a month-long celebration of the rivers, cultures, and communities of the Northern Rivers. Come and celebrate the river that connects us all and act together for a drinkable, swimmable and fishable river!
Richmond RiverFest and Partners acknowledge and pay respects to the Elders and Custodians of Nyangbal Country and recognises their ongoing, deep connection to the lands and waters.
This event is supported by Ballina Shire Council, Rous County Council and Ballina RSL through the ClubGrants Scheme. the ClubGRANTS scheme is a shared State Government-Club Industry program, funded by a 1.85% gaming machine tax rebate provided by the State Government to those registered clubs with gaming machine profits in excess of $1 million per annum.
Richmond RiverFest has been made possible with support from the Australian Government and North Coast Regional Landcare Network through the Caring for Catchments project.
