3-DAY OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

MAY 30-JUNE 1, 2025

SUMMER BEGINS HERE

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FRIDAY
11AM - 8PM

SATURDAY
10AM - 9PM

SUNDAY
10AM - 7PM

COMING SOON

SUMMER BEGINS AT IDLEWILD PARK

Your summer begins with an outdoor adventure at Idlewild Park! The Reno River Festival kicks off summer May 29th – 31st at its 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 2026. 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!

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!

Food Fest: 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

GET FESTIVAL PASSES

DRINK TOURS

CRAFT BEER - HARD SELTZER - CANNED COCKTAILS

$45

VALID ALL 3 DAYS

PRE-PURCHASED TOUR INCLUDES

$15 OFF DAY-OF PRICING

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

BOOK YOUR TOUR

GREAT RENO RIVER RALLY

A PRIVATE TRUCKEE RIVER RIDE

COMING SOON

SATURDAY, MAY 30TH OR SUNDAY, MAY 31ST

RAFT RESERVATION INCLUDES

ESTIMATED 2-HOUR ROUND TRIP

6 Reno River Festival 3-Day Passes
Private raft for up to 6 riders
Nearly 5-mile professionally guided rafting tour down the Truckee River into RiverFest
Life vest & helmet for each rider
I Survived RiverFest Rafting button
All the Reno River Festival Pass benefits

*Riders must be 7+ years old

*Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult

*Transportation will be provided from the festival to the rafting entry point. Estimated round trip is 2 hours.

RAFTS COMING SOON

NEW! BUCKET GOLF

18 CUSTOM HOLES THROUGHOUT THE PARK

$25 - $45

TWO WAYS TO REGISTER

COMPETE IN A TOURAMENT FOR PRIZES
PLAY A RECREATIONAL ROUND FOR FUN

SATURDAY, MAY 31ST OR SUNDAY, JUNE 1ST

TOURNAMENT TEAM REGISTRATION INCLUDES

$45

$15 OFF DAY-OF PRICING

2 Reno River Festival 3-Day Passes
18-hole professionally run tournament
Clubs and balls provided
Course hazards
PGA-style leaderboard
Chance to win prizes
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 TOURNAMENT TEE TIME

$30

TEE TIMES COMING SOON

RECREATIONAL ROUND REGISTRATION INCLUDES

$25

Tee time for up to 4 people
18-hole course
Clubs and balls provided
Course hazards
Dedicated RiverFest golf cart bar

Reno River Festival entry Pass required per player- sold separately

Players 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult

TEE TIMES COMING SOON

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

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

COMING SOON

PRE-PURCHASE & GIVE BACK

A portion of the proceeds from all pre-purchased Passes to the Reno River Festival benefit local, deserving non-profits.

A 501(C)3 nonprofit dedicated to creating a more sustainable and beautiful region through waste reduction, education, and active community involvement.

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Kiwanis Bikes is a service committee of the Kiwanis Club of Downtown Sparks. Volunteers at the non-profit Kiwanis Bike Program teach bike safety and repair, and donate the majority of bikes they refurbish to youth organizations and schools in Northern Nevada.

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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!