The program will have performance events, visual arts, lighting events, workshops and music.
    
                  
                                                                
                  
                                            
                              
        Ripple Fest isn’t just an event.
    
                  
                                                                                                                                                                                    
                              
        It is a chance to engage, create, and connect with a community of artists and art lovers alike.
    
                  
                                                                                                                                                                                    
                              
        With immersive experiences and a fusion of nature, art, and culture, this celebration will leave you inspired and yearning for more.
    
                  
                                                                                                                                                                                    
                              
        Hopefully, it will become a regular feature of Campaspe Shire’s artistic calendar.
    
                  
                                                                                                                                                                                    
                              
        The program was conceived by codesign groups in Rochester and Echuca which were composed of a diverse group of interested people.
    
                  
                                                                
                  
                  
                                                                                                                                                                                    
                              
        Creative producer Greg Pritchard’s role is to bring their ideas to fruition.
    
                  
                                                                                                                                                                                    
                              
        Ideas include, in Echuca, a Bangara Rekindling performance, a community event in the Aquatic Reserve, a lighting event at the Port, a Youth Art Project at the Foundry; and in Rochester, projections, a costume ball and skate park activation.
    
                  
                                                                                                                                                                                    
                              
        There will be workshops in the lead-up to and during the festival, and the Ripple Fest team will host artists in residence in the old Pumphouse.
    
                  
                                                                                                                                                                                    
                              
        There will also be a Creative Recovery symposium at Rochester on Thursday, May 22.
    
                  
                                                                                                                                                                                    
                              
        There are still many opportunities to be involved, so keep an eye on the website and socials for call-outs.
    
                  
                                                                                                                                                                                    
                              
        Ripple Fest runs from May 21 to 25 in Echuca and Rochester.
    
                  
                                                                                                                                                                                    
                              
        For more detailed information, visit https://ripplefest.com.au or follow Instagram @rippleartsfest and Facebook at Ripple Fest.