Real Festival

Details: Written by: Teela Griffin; Published: 24 July 2024; Last Updated: 07 August 2025

Penrith’s largest favourite family event is back in 2025!
Join us for an unforgettable experience at Real Festival, where entertainment, art, markets, workshops, activities and adventure on land and water come together in a spectacular fusion of fun.

Set along the beautiful banks of the Nepean River, Real Festival is back in 2025 and it’s free to attend.

Get ready for a weekend packed with fun. Discover immersive and interactive art installations, play arcade games, enjoy live performances, take part in creative workshops, and try exciting on-water activities. Browse market stalls, grab a bite from some of Sydney’s best food trucks serving international flavours, and relax at the riverside pop-up Festival bar.

Real Festival is the perfect place to enjoy entertainment, creativity and adventure—all in one amazing location.

Tench Reserve, Jamisontown

Friday 12 September : 4pm-10pm
Saturday 13 September: 4pm – 10pm
Sunday 14 September: 10am – 3pm

Real Festival Highlights

During the day, Tench Reserve will be full of colour, music and activity. You’ll be able to explore and experience immersive art installations that invite you to get involved and have fun. As the sun sets, the riverbank will light up and transform into a glowing, interactive playground that’s perfect for all ages.

Food and Drink

Taste global flavours from Sydney’s top food trucks and enjoy refreshing drinks at the Festival Bar.

Markets

Stroll through artisan markets and purchase something special that’s been made, grown, sewn, picked, crafted or harvested in the local region.

Workshops and Experiences

Join us by the riverbank for fun, free workshops at Real Festival!

Plan your trip

There is so much happening at Real Festival and large crowds are anticipated throughout the weekend. We suggest you plan your travel ahead of time so you don’t miss a moment of the action.

FAQs

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