Thank you for joining us at 2025 Rivanna RiverFest!
Schedule of the Day
2:00 – 5:00 PM
- Free family-friendly activity tables (see list of participants below)
- Free tubing is from 2:00 – 4:30 PM (dependent on water levels)
2:00 – 2:30 PM
- Fly-Fishing 101 with Orvis – SIGN UP HERE
2:30 – 3:00 PM
- “The Story of Buck Island” a presentation by Philip Cobbs
3:00 – 3:30 PM
- “Wild Neighbors” a presentation by Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary
- Guided nature walk with Steve Gaines, Charlottesville’s Urban Forester
- Fly-Fishing 101 with Orvis – SIGN UP HERE
3:30 – 4:00 PM
- “Tragedy, Triumph, and Upward Mobility” a presentation about events that changed the lives of African Americans working on or near rivers, by Horace Scruggs
4:00 – 4:30 PM
- Fly-Fishing 101 with Orvis – SIGN UP HERE
4:15 – 4:30 PM
- Rivanna Forest Restoration Partnership announcement and presentation
4:30 – 5:00 PM
- Guided nature walk with Steve Gaines, Charlottesville’s Urban Forester
5:00 – 5:30 PM
- Performance by The Front Porch’s Hometown Choir
6:00 – 8:00 PM
- Free concert by Mighty Joshua
Food and drinks for purchase on site from:
- Hogwaller Brewing “Food Truck” (2:00 – 8:00 PM)
- Two Brothers Food Truck (5:00 – 8:00 PM)
- SugarBear (2:00 – 8:00 PM)
- Starr Hill Brewery (2:00 – 8:30 PM)
- Potter’s Craft Cider (2:00 – 8:30 PM)
- Non-alcoholic beverages available!
We are excited to welcome the following organizations, non-profits, and individuals to Rivanna RiverFest 2025:
- Albemarle County Service Authority
- Amanda Nelsen, Tapwater Studios
- Blue Ridge PRISM
- Botanical Garden of the Piedmont
- Carol Ziemer, Face Painter
- Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards
- Charlottesville Tomorrow
- Charlottesville Water Conservation
- City of Charlottesville Parks and Rec
- Free Union Country School
- Hope Henderson, FLORA CVille Design & Urban Micro Farm
Thank you to our 2025 RiverFest Sponsors (as of May 5)
Eagle Level Sponsors
Heron Level Sponsors
Osprey Level Sponsors
FAQ
What happens if it rains?
In case of severe weather, RiverFest will be postponed to Sunday, May 11, 2025. Check back here for updated information.
Can I bring my dog?
Friendly, on leash dogs are allowed to attend.
Can I bring outside food and drinks?
No outside alcohol is permitted. We will have food trucks, beer, cider, and soft drinks, but you are welcome to bring other food.
Should vendors reach out to have a table at RiverFest?
With our limited space, we can only accommodate organizations that are focused on environmental issues and will provide a family-friendly activity to our guests. Each of our participating organizations has been selected by the Rivanna RiverFest planning team following an application process.
There will be crossing guards at the crossing at E High Street to help our Rivanna RiverFest guests reach the event safely!
2025 Organizing Partners:
