Visitors to rush to the Towers for a big weekend

One of Charters Towers' biggest weekends of the year is only days away from kicking off.

The Film Festival and Twilight Markets are on this Saturday evening, followed by Towers Rush on Sunday.

Towers Rush is one of the Region's not-to-be-missed events and is now in its sixth year.

Community portfolio Councillor Graham Lohmann said it attracted visitors from across North Queensland, as well as being a fantastic community event.

“No Rush is ever the same and it’s one of the things people love.

“Each year there’s new activities and challenges for everyone to enjoy and this year is no different,” he said. “I encourage everyone to register early, though you can still register at the Markets.”

Organisers have also been busy making sure the event is COVID safe.

Councillor Lohmann said there will be several measures put in place to make both Towers Rush and the Film Festival and Twilight Markets COVID safe events so everyone has a good time.

“Because of COVID we also won’t have any chairs available at the Twilight Markets, so Council's encouraging everyone to bring a chair or picnic rug along,” he said.

 “There will be signage to remind people to socially distance, hand sanitiser will be easily available, and staff will carry out increased regular cleaning routines,” he said.

“However, if you are feeling unwell please stay home,” Cr Lohmann said.

Anyone who plans to go is also being encouraged to download the EVA Check-in app.

Saturday’s film festival will feature eight short movies made by Charters Towers school students.

More information on the Film Festival and Twilight Markets and Towers Rush are on the Charters Towers Regional Council website.