Get ready for a weekend of free family fun at REAL Festival

Details: Written by: Teela Griffin; Published: 22 August 2023; Last Updated: 22 August 2023

Tuesday, 22 August 2023

The eagerly awaited Real Festival is set to make a triumphant return to Penrith, transforming the picturesque Nepean River into a spectacular fusion of creativity, entertainment, and engaging activities.

From 15–17 September, this FREE family friendly event invites locals and visitors to immerse themselves and enjoy the atmosphere. A program full of captivating attractions for the kids is on offer. Over the three days drop-in workshops offer kids the chance to hone their circus and hula hooping skills and get creative making paper lanterns and weaving.

Families can expect thrilling entertainment on both nights with a heart-pumping, mind-blowing adrenaline action Jetpack show. Following on from the headline performance by Illuminart where spectators will see the Nepean Belle like never before in her starring role of light and sound by the No Boundaries Art Group.

On Sunday, take the kids for a stroll through a playground of musical exploration to make their own instruments or stretch it out with a yoga session by the river’s edge. The Mobile Playvan will also be on hand for the littlest of minds to keep those tiny hand busy. And don’t miss a ‘pic’ at the neon dog park for all furry friend lovers.

Also featuring food trucks, art installations, market stalls, live music performances and more to explore, this free family friendly event is set to be impressive.

Mayor of Penrith, Councillor Tricia Hitchen said Real Festival is the perfect way for families to spend the weekend.

"Real Festival is a wonderful opportunity for families to come together and create lasting memories."

“With no admission fee, Real Festival reinforces the value Council places on offering family-friendly festivities that truly resonate with our residents and visitors.

"I extend a warm invitation to individuals of all ages to join us and partake in the excitement of Real Festival. The river bank will come alive as the sun sets on Friday and Saturday, as well as throughout the daytime hours on Sunday," shared Cr Hitchen. 

To view the program and plan your trip to the event, head to the Real Festival website realfestival.com.au

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Real Festival is proudly produced by Penrith City Council with the support of Destination NSW, Busways, KIIS FM, the Blue Mountains Gazette and The Western Weekender.   

EVENT DETAILS 
What: Real Festival  
When: Friday 15 September, 4pm-10pm 
Saturday 16 September 4pm-10pm  
Sunday 17 September 10am - 3pm  
Where: Tench Reserve, Tench Avenue, Nepean River 
Web: realfestival.com.au 

Socials:  

#realfestival #visitpenrith  

Information contained within this news release was correct as at Tuesday, 22 August 2023.