The annual event, from July 5-7, will showcase the mineral wealth of the region with opals and other semi-precious stones to be on display.

Event coordinator Gail Wipaki said many stalls and exhibits would be set up at Cloncurry's Mary Kathleen Memorial Park and Museum grounds, selling rock-related wares from all over the country.

"We have exhibitors from as far as South Australia and New South Wales make the journey for our festival, as well as local exhibitors also," Ms Wipaki said.

"This festival is a great opportunity to showcase the fossicking prospects of our region showcasing many semi-precious stones from around the north west, including cortez, garnet and maltese crosses."

Patrons can buy gems, lapidary equipment and learn how to cut, polish and set stones, with free entertainment and food and drink purchases also offered.

The festival will also include onsite cleaning and repairs, jewellery making workshop and activities for the children.

Ms Wipaki said the Rockhana Festival originally started 15 years ago to raise awareness to the mineral collection at the Mary Kathleen Park and Unearthed Museum.

Indigenous stone tools and wood carved implements are exhibited, with pioneering history and mineral specimens from the region also showcased.

The township of Cloncurry was founded 152 years ago for the mining of copper and gold.

"It is a beautiful place - there is so much to see and do in and around Cloncurry," Ms Wipaki said.

"There's a lot of history and you can buy that special piece of jewellery or pick-up a new hobby."

Visitors can come and go from Friday 10am - 5pm, Saturday 9am - 6pm, and Sunday 9am - 3pm.

Entry is free.

For further information contact 4742 1361 or email info@cloncurry.qld.gov.au

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