About
RISING is a festival that you do, in a city that does it best: music, food, art and culture under moonlight in the heart of Naarm (Melbourne, Australia). The next RISING is 07—18 June 2023, subscribe for updates.
View the 2021 program
View the 2022 program
Read our 2022 Annual Review
GENERAL FAQs
Q. What is RISING?
A. RISING is Victoria's flagship festival of music, food, art and culture, under moonlight. A microcosm of Australia’s creative capital here and now. RISING returns in 07—18 June 2023.
Q. I’m not sure if RISING is for me. What kind of events will be in the program?
A. RISING is for everyone. From visual art, installations, performance and live music to unique food events, we’ll have all kinds of experiences for you to enjoy whatever you’re into.
Q. Who is curating the festival?
A. Hannah Fox and Gideon Obarzanek are RISING’s co-Artistic Directors and co-CEOs, and lead a diverse team of national and international arts professionals in programming the festival.
Q. How is the festival funded?
A. RISING is funded by the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria and Visit Victoria.
We also receive support through City of Melbourne and the Australian Government, as well as a range of sponsors and donors.
Q. I would like to volunteer, intern or work for RISING. How do I apply?
A. Thank you for your interest! We advertise employment opportunities on our Jobs page and will be advertising any volunteering opportunities on our social channels (follow us here, here, here and here) and via email (subscribe here).