
3-DAY OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
MAY 30-JUNE 1, 2025
SUMMER BEGINS HERE
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FRIDAY
11AM - 8PM
SATURDAY
10AM - 8PM
SUNDAY
10AM - 7PM

SUMMER BEGINS AT IDLEWILD PARK
Your summer begins with an outdoor adventure at Idlewild Park! The Reno River Festival kicks off summer May 30th – June 1st at its new, temporary home at Idlewild Park. The signature Northern Nevada event will feature all the community’s favorite experiences including three days of live music, drink experiences, food, shopping, rafting, and rides - plus some new elements for 2025. New park. Same iconic adventure.
3-Day RiverFest Passes are $15 including all fees. Kids 17 and under and dogs are free! Passes include festival access all weekend long with 24 music acts on 2 stages, 100+ vendor shops, the Reno Tahoe Adventure Park, dozens of food and drink options, and much more! A portion of your pre-purchased entry fee benefits Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful and the Kiwanis Bike Program. PLUS, when you pre-purchase you'll be automatically entered to win prizes all festival weekend long!
Pre-Purchase Your Passes to Win!
Pre-purchase your passes for a chance to win a 10' Excalibur-Merlin Series Sotar Raft valued at $3,400! Winners announced Saturday during the festival (do not need to be present to win).


RIVERFEST PASS
YOUR SUMMER BEGINS HERE
$15
INCLUDES ALL FEES AND ALL 3 DAYS
KIDS & DOGS ARE FREE
KIDS 17 & UNDER
3-DAY PASS INCLUDES ACCESS TO
MusicFest presented by Coca-Cola: 24 acts. 2 stages. 3 days. Amp up the summer vibes with nationally recognized artists and regional favorites performing a wide array of music genres from country to pop to rock and beyond.
Reno Tahoe Adventure Park: Your stop for adrenaline-pumping obstacles, heart-pounding rides, exciting challenges, classic carnival games, and endless fun for the entire family!
Vendor Village: shop unique and handmade items at more than 100 local and regional crafter and artist booths!
Street Eats: indulge in tasty summer treats made by nearly 20 food trucks and specialty food booths!
Riverfest Bars: quench your thirst and your adventure with locally brewed craft beers, hard seltzers, canned cocktails, at RiverFest's themed bars throughout Idlewild Park!
The Bark Park: a special space for your four-legged friend featuring freshwater stations, ball pits, pet-friendly vendors, and exciting dog-centered activities.
Rubber Duck Scavenger Hunt: find hidden rubber ducks throughout the festival for your chance to win a prize

VIP ADVENTURE PASS
THE ALL ACCESS RIVERFEST EXPERIENCE
$95
VALID ALL 3 DAYS
PRE-PURCHASED ADVENTURE PASS INCLUDES
$15 OFF DAY-OF PRICING
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Reno River Festival 3-Day Pass
- Access to the VIP Tent at MusicFest
- 1 food voucher valid at select Street Eats food vendors
- Your choice of 1 Hops & Happiness Tour with all the Tour benefits OR 6 drink vouchers valid at RiverFest bars
- VIP restrooms
- VIP line at the Main RiverFest Check-In Tent
- All the Reno River Festival Pass benefits
*Must be 21 or older with a valid ID for the Hops & Happiness Tour option


MUSICFEST
VIP TABLES
YOUR UPFRONT MUSIC EXPERIENCE
$275-$450
FRIDAYÂ - SATURDAY - SUNDAY
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ONE-DAY RESERVATION INCLUDES
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6 Reno River Festival 3-Day Passes
- Upfront seats to MusicFest on your day of choice
- Shaded table for 6 for private use throughout the day
- VIP host
- 6 food vouchers valid at select Street Eats food vendors
- 12 drink vouchers valid at RiverFest bars
- Your choice of cookies from the Chocolate Chip Cookie Company OR donuts from the Mini Donut Shack
- VIP line access at RiverFest bars
- RiverFest merch
- Headliner Artist Meet & Greets (based upon artist availability)
- VIP bathrooms
- VIP line at the Main RiverFest Check-In Tent
- All the Reno River Festival Pass benefits
UPGRADE TO AN ALL WEEKEND RESERVATION
$900
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6 Reno River Festival 3-Day Passes
- Upfront seats to MusicFest all 3 days
- Shaded table for 6 for private use all 3 days
- 18 food vouchers (6 per day day) valid at select Street Eats Food vendors
- 36 drink vouchers (12 per day) valid at RiverFest Bars
- Your choice of cookies from the Chocolate Chip Cookie Company OR donuts from the Mini Donut Shack all 3 days
- VIP line access at RiverFest bars all 3 days
- RiverFest merch
- Headliner Artist Meet & Greets (based upon artist availability)
- VIP bathrooms
- VIP line at the Main RiverFest Check-In Tent
- All the Reno River Festival Pass benefits


DRINK TOURS
CRAFT BEER - HARD SELTZER - CANNED COCKTAILS
$45
VALID ALL 3 DAYS
PRE-PURCHASED TOUR INCLUDES
$15 OFF DAY-OF PRICING
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Reno River Festival 3-Day Pass
- 14 hefty samples of your choice from the Hops & Happiness Tour map including premium beers from local breweries
- Samples include premium craft beers from local breweries, hard seltzers, and canned cocktails
- Your choice of 1 full craft beer, hard seltzer, or canned cocktail
- Commemorative RiverFest cup
- Collectible stickers from each themed RiverFest bar
- Tour line access at themed RiverFest bars
- Shaded areas to relax
- All the Reno River Festival Pass benefits
*Must be 21 or older with a valid ID

GREAT RENO RIVER RALLY
A TRUCKEE RIVER RIDE
COMING 4.23.25

NEW! BUCKET GOLF
18 CUSTOM HOLES THROUGHOUT THE PARK
$45
SATURDAY, MAY 31ST OR SUNDAY, JUNE 1ST
TEAM REGISTRATION INCLUDES
$15 OFF DAY-OF PRICING
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2 Reno River Festival 3-Day Passes
- 18-hole professionally run tournament
- Course hazards
- PGA-style leaderboard
- Complimentary Coors Light or Powerade per player
- Dedicated RiverFest golf cart bar
- Bucket Golf free play on Friday of RiverFest
- All the Reno River Festival Pass benefits
ADD AN ADDITIONAL TEE TIME
$30

ART ON THE ROCKS
$55
CHECK-IN AS EARLY AS A HALF AN HOUR BEFORE YOUR CLASS TIME
FRIDAY: 6PM - 8PM
SATURDAY: 11AM - 1PM
SATURDAY: 5PM - 7PM
SUNDAY: 11AM - 1PM
RESERVATION INCLUDES
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Reno River Festival 3-Day Pass
- Artist-led painting experience
- Painting supplies
- Tables and table easel
- Canvas
- Masterpiece created by you to take home
- One complimentary drink at the nearby RiverFest bar
- $2 off drinks during Art on the Rocks at the nearby RiverFest bar
- All the Reno River Festival Pass benefits
PRE-PURCHASE & GIVE BACK
A portion of the proceeds from all pre-purchased Passes to the Reno River Festival benefit local, deserving non-profits.
The goal of the Reno River Festival is to give back while giving our community a safe and clean family-friendly environment to enjoy the kick-off to summer in Northern Nevada. We hope to see you in Idlewild Park!
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