Tickets are now on sale for the biggest event to come to Charters Towers since the goldrush more than 150 years ago.
Some of Australia’s most well-known musical talents will be performing for the three-day Rush Festival from 30 September to 2 October.
The line-up of artists includes Busby Marou, Russell Morris, Dragon, Kate Ceberano, Ross Wilson and local artists.
Charters Towers Regional Council Mayor Frank Beveridge said this was the showcase event to celebrate the 150-year anniversary since the declaration of the goldfields in Charters Towers.
“We now want to pay tribute and celebrate the milestone by putting on a party for all of North Queensland to enjoy,” Cr Beveridge said.
Rush Festival won’t only be about music and will also include a street parade, twilight markets, kids’ entertainment, food, a city-wide treasure hunt, a fun fair and live streaming of the NRL Grand Final.
Deputy Mayor Graham Lohmann said Charters Towers’ Rush Festival was a family-friendly event and would appeal to all ages.
“We’ve included something for everyone because we really want people to come along and celebrate 150 years since the declaration of the goldfields with us,” Cr Lohmann said.
This event will be a jam-packed weekend of entertainment in the outback. Council encourages everyone to get their tickets early, book accommodation and mark the event in their calendars for an event they’ll never forget.
For more information and to book tickets, go to the Visit Charters Towers website at visitcharterstowers.com.au
