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ABOUT RISING
On the first night of winter, artists, musicians and creatures of the night pulse through a city reawakened. A festival three years in the making, built by and for Melbourne, RISING invites you to get lost, go deep and shake loose.
A surge of art, music, performance and ceremony in the heart of Melbourne, RISING electrifies the city from 1â12 June 2022.
Subscriber presale begins 21 March, midday. Subscribe for access here.
General tickets on sale 25 March.
View the 2022 RISING program here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is RISING?
A. RISING is a surge of art, music, performance and ceremony in the heart of Melbourne âa new festival in Victoriaâs cultural calendar. RISING returns 1â12 June 2022.
Q. When will the program be announced?
A. The full program for RISING 2022 will be announced on Friday 17 March. Check out our 2022 program here.
Q. Iâm not sure if RISING is for me. What kind of events are in the program?
A. RISING is for everyone. From visual art, installations, performance and live music to unique food events, weâll have all kinds of experiences for you to enjoy whatever youâre into.
Q. Who is curating the festival?
A. Hannah Fox and Gideon Obarzanek are RISINGâs co-Artistic Directors, 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).