Real Festival Highlights
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- Written by: Teela Griffin Penrith City Council (02) 4732 7777 (02) 4732 7958 council@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au https://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au 601 High St Penrith NSW 2750 Australia
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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.
Entertainment
Acoustic Stage: Enjoy captivating performances from local and visiting musicians on our riverside acoustic stage. Perfect for the whole family!
Roving Performers: Be on the lookout for our Pop Art roving performers and mesmerizing fire twirlers, ready to surprise and delight you at every turn.
Roller Rink by Busways
Skate Sessions: Lace up your skates for free 30-minute sessions at the Roller Rink by Busways, with a DJ spinning your favorite tunes all Festival long. Pre-booking link coming soon.
Art
The Guardians: Experience "The Guardians," an inflatable immersive artwork featuring large, monolithic shapes inspired by abstracted Australian wildflowers. These dynamic, colorful patterns are eye-catching by day and illuminated by night – perfect for stunning photos.
Shadow House: Explore a unique textile art installation made from recycled materials. Enjoy interactive puppet shows by night and a quiet sensory space by day.
Kids Zone
Hands-On Workshops: Dive into hands-on workshops for all ages, where you can get your hands dirty with a range of drop-in activities. Master a new skill or dabble in creative projects, delivered in partnership with our Council services and local creatives. Create a keepsake or contribute to a work that will evolve throughout the festival.
Open Air Arcade
Games and Fun: Relive the nostalgia of classic arcade games in our open-air arcade, offering fun for all ages.
On-Water Activities
Dragon Boats: Experience the thrill of dragon boat racing on the river. Join a team or cheer from the shore as the boats race by.
Kayak & Stand Up Paddleboards: Experience the beautiful Nepean River from a different perspective with free kayaking & stand up paddling.
Stay tuned for more details on this incredible celebration of art, music, and community and connect with us on socials for all program announcements