MAY 29 - 31, 2026
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Friday
1PM – 9PM
Saturday
11:00am – 9pm
Sunday
11am – 6pm
HOLD ON TIGHT!
The Big Mechanical Rides are Back!
In 2026, RiverFest expands across Idlewild Park and that means bigger, faster, and more adrenaline-pumping rides than ever before! The Reno Tahoe Adventure Park is your full carnival experience inside RiverFest. We’re packing the park with heart-pounding rides from Wold Amusements, action-packed obstacles, exciting challenges, classic midway games, and endless fun for the entire family!
Ride wristbands are purchased through Wold Entertainment. Reno River Festival Passes required – sold separately
FEATURED ATTRACTIONS
DISCOVER EVEN MORE AT THE FESTIVAL!
*Rides subject to change
Ferris Wheel
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The Ferris wheel is a ride consisting of a giant vertical revolving wheel with passenger cars suspended on its outer edge.
Must be 48″ to Ride
Wrecking Ball
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Hold on tight as the Wrecking Ball swings and spins!
Must be 42″ to Ride
Scooters
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Ready, Set ,Go! Choose a car put on your seatbelt and get ready to drive! Â
Must be 48″ to Ride or 42″ with an Adult.
Sky Fighters
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Take an old fighter plane and soar around in the air!
Must be 36″ to Ride
Super Slide
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Grab a sack and head down the slide. Go down solo or race your family and friends!
Must be 42″ to Ride (No Lap Rides)
Ski Doo
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Take a light ride on the ski lift swings.
Must be 36″ to Ride
Cars
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Choose from any car, truck or motorcycle to drive around and enjoy the festival.
Must be 36″ to Ride
Lolli Swings
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The Lolli Swing is a unique family swing ride that features double bucket seats that allow two people to ride next to each other. As the candy themed ride begins to rotate, it raises in the air and osculates with a tilting motion!
Height Requirements
36″ with an adult
42″ alone
Funhouse
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This Fun House is full of surprises as the floors shift, roll and spin!Â
Must be 36″ to Ride. Under must be with an Adult.
Crystal Lil’s
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Take a stroll through the two story glass house and slide onto the midway.
Must be 42″
Pirate’s Cove
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Argh! Pirate’s Cove is an obstacle course with punching bags, rope climbs, and a fast slide down to exit the ride.
Must be 36″ to Ride. Under must be with an Adult.
Spin the Apples
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Take a seat and spin the turntable to your speed as these apples twirl in circles
Must be 42″ or 36″ with an Adult
Carnival Games
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Test your skill and win a prize at nearly a dozen carnival games in RiverFest’s Reno Tahoe Adventure Park.Â
Great Reno River Rally
A TRUCKEE RIVER RIDE
Raft Reservation
$240
PRIVATE, PROFESSIONALLY GUIDED TRUCKEE RIVER RAFTING TOUR FOR SIX
CHOOSE YOUR DAY & TIME
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- 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.
All Passes Include
3-DAY ACCESS TO:
MUSICFEST
30 acts. 2 stages. 3 days. Amp up the summer vibes at MusicFest fueled by Monster Energy with Everclear and The Calling plus local and regional favorites performing a wide array of music genres from rock to pop to country and beyond.
RENO TAHOE ADVENTURE PARK
Your full carnival experience inside RiverFest featuring heart-pounding mechanical rides from Wold Amusements, action-packed obstacles, exciting challenges, classic midway games, and endless fun for the entire family!
VENDOR VILLAGE
Shop unique and handmade items at 130+ local and regional crafter and artist booths!
FOOD FEST
Indulge in tasty summer treats made by more than 20 local and regional 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 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
Hundreds of rubber ducks are hidden throughout the festival grounds each day. Find one, take it over to our merch tent, and spin the wheel for a prize!
The Rubber Duck Scanvenger Hunt is presented by Richard Harris Law Firm
RiverFest Pass
SUMMER BEGINS HERE
3-Day Pass
$15
INCLUDES ALL 3 DAYS
KIDS & DOGS ARE FREE
KIDS 17 & UNDER
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- Your 3-day access to the Reno River Festival
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