The River Folk Festival 2023 – December 1st – 3rd, Warburton

The River Folk Festival returns to the Yarra Valley in 2023! 

Hosted across multiple venues and stages throughout the Warburton township, The River Folk Festival is a boutique three-day arts, music and cultural festival featuring international, national, regional and local performing artists in a curated program over three days, and is a vibrant celebration of place, diverse culture, and creativity. 

Now in its 4th year, The River Folk Festival will be presenting a stellar program of performing artists over the weekend, featuring co-headliners from Victoria and interstate – including festival favourites The Maes, award winning Solomon Islands artist Charles Maimarosia, Grammy-nominated songwriter and storyteller, John Flanagan, Melbourne’s most exciting dance band, Gusto Gusto, alongside a host of local and regional highlights.  

Patrons can expect a diverse range of programming across different venues, including an Opening Night Showcase Concert in The Arts Centre, Warburton, to kick off the event on Friday; the Sisters of Song Women’s Showcase, celebrating women in music; the iconic Valley Market, Warburton, featuring local and ethical artisan goods; and a dedicated Children’s Space.

1st Round Artist Lineup: 

THE MAES 

CHARLES MAIMAROSIA 

JOHN FLANAGAN 

GUSTO GUSTO 

THE GOOD BEHAVIOURS 

MICKEY & MICHELLE 

GREAT AUNT 

JO DAVIE 

EMILY-ROSE SARKOVA 

ISABEL RUMBLE 

SAIJE