Staged on Yorta Yorta country over three days and nights, the superb natural amphitheatre of Echuca's Aquatic Reserve will once again play host to some of the most celebrated names in Australian music including Baker Boy, Wedding Parties Anything and Boy & Bear.

Following the state government's recent easing of event restrictions, Riverboats 2022 will return in all its pre-COVID glory next February, with thousands of music-lovers set to descend on the twin towns, providing a much-needed boost to the regional economy after a challenging year-and-a-half.

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"COVID-19 caused a hell of a lot of heartache over the last 20 months, and the live music sector was hit harder than most," festival director David Frazer said.

"At long last we can finally put all of this behind us and look forward to a weekend of incredible live music surrounded by friends, family and community."

The full list of artists performing at the event is:

Rockwiz's Brian Nankervis will also return to host the event.

In celebration of its return, Riverboats #10 will be presented in an expanded format in 2022, featuring more artists on its line-up than ever before and a later finish on the Sunday, with multi-ARIA-award- winning artists Boy & Bear closing the festival in style.

In partnership with Murray River Paddlesteamers, Riverboats 2022 will once again present a series of intimate sideshows aboard the historic Pride of the Murray paddlesteamer.

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The only festival in Australia to offer this experience, these beloved river cruises will give music fans the opportunity to soak up tunes by artists including William Crighton, Caitlin Harnett & The Pony Boys, Freya Josephine Hollick and Melbourne soul legends Fulton Street.

Celebrated for its boutique size, community spirit and environmental philosophy, a three-day festival pass costs just $195 for adults and $95 for children, with limited day passes also available.

Riverboats is committed to the delivery of a COVIDsafe event and proof of vaccination will be required to enter the venue.

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