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Vince Jones Twilight Concert
Australia's leading jazz vocalist, Vince Jones, is also a remarkable interpreter and composer of songs in a contemporary jazz style - a style that appeals equally to listeners and his musical peers. As a vocalist he resists showing off technique to the detriment of feel - he's confident in his musical literacy and sings like there's nothing to prove. It's a refreshing approach that gives us and the audience the chance to be really moved. Vince Jones also plays trumpet and over the years his style has developed a distinctive reserve and subtlety - he plays a little less and draws a good deal more from it than he did in earlier days.
A brief, thoughtful solo from Vince is worth a hundred notes played with less discretion. Vince will perform with Matt McMahon (piano), Simon Barker (drums) & Brett Hirst (bass).
"Vince Jones is living proof that independence is not about genre...He's a soulful survivor with a repertoire that balances jazz, rock and soul'. Best Magazine
Sat 28 November | Fawcett Park | 6.30pm - 10.00pm
Tickets | $35.00 per person
Bookings | Ballina Visitor Information Centre | 1800 777 666
Dragon Boat Racing
This year dragon boat racing is making a triumphant return to the Rivafest program with a full day of spectacular entertainment on the Richmond River. Register your seat on one of six community or local business boats racing on the day.
Sun 29 November | Richmond River
Tickets | $35.00 per person insurance included
For more information or to register your interest | Jane Trevaski | 6686 1455
AIR T&G - Helicopter Joy Flights
AIR T&G Helicopter joy flights are a great way to see the Ballina area. Awesome unobstructed views of magnificent scenery as well as dolphins, rays and whales. Come fly over the Richmond River and township for spectacular views.
Sun 29 November | Missingham Park | Operating every 20 minutes
Tickets | $75.00 pp , min 2 passengers, 10 minute flights
Bookings | Ballina Visitor Information Centre | 1800 777 666
Richmond River Cruises
Come cruising aboard the Richmond Princess & enjoy Rivafest from the River on the 'Afternoon Cruise' enjoying stunning views, interesting commentary and delicious afternoon tea. The 'Fireworks Cruise' will provide spectacular viewing of the fireworks, and be part of the lantern parade during the fireworks finale. Yummy finger food & bar service available.
Tickets for Afternoon Tea Cruise| Adults $25, Children $12.50 | 2.15pm - 4.00pm
Tickets for Fireworks Cruise | Adults $35, Children $17.50 | 7.30pm - 9.00pm
Departs | Fawcett Park | Sun 29 November
Bookings | Ballina Visitor Information Centre | 1800 777 666
Trike Tours - Northern Rivers Trikes and Bikes
For an exhilarating way to see the sights of Ballina why not jump on board a ten minute Trike Tour.
Sun 29 November | Fawcett Park | Activities Zone
Time | Operating every 20 minutes
Tickets | $10 per person | 10 minute ride
Bookings | Ballina Visitor Information Centre | 1800 777 666
Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Tours
For tens of thousands of years the Nyngabul people of Ballina have lived a rich cultural life enjoying traditional homelands which existed around hunting, food gathering, fishing ceremonies and festivals.
Visit middens old camping grounds, bora rings, contact sites, fertility sites, initiation grounds, fishing and hunting areas and historical places of interest.
Sun 29 November | Fawcett Park
Tickets | Adults $25, Children $10
Time | 9.00am - 7.00pm
Departs | Activities Zone, Fawcett Park
Bookings | 1800 777 666 or on site