Riverfest
2025
May 23, 24, 25, 2025 | Farmington, NM
Riverfest takes place over the Memorial Day weekend at both Berg Park and Animas Park starting at 5pm on Friday evening with live entertainment until 8pm. The event continues on Saturday from 10am to 8pm and Sunday from 11am to 5pm.
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Riverfest Volunteers Needed
About Riverfest
Riverfest is a family-friendly, admission free, annual event organized by the River Reach Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. The River Reach Foundation’s mission is to protect, promote, and enhance our riverine corridors, and the Riverfest event’s mission is to bring people and the river together. Our vision is a healthy natural habitat for all life along the riverine corridor.
Activities taking place during the event between Saturday and Sunday include a 10k race, a weiner dog race, duck race, rafting & raft race, roverfest, disc golf, yoga flow, children’s activities, and car shows. Entertainment throughout the entire event consists of musicians, Gourd and Apache dancers, and a recycle fashion show. There are arts & crafts vendors, food vendors, beer & wine gardens, and non-food vendors located along the river trails between Berg and Animas Parks.

Riverfest Happenings
Music
Riverfest kicks off Friday evening with music. Live musical acts continue all day Saturday & Sunday.
Food
You won’t go hungry at Riverfest! There are plenty of food vendors to satisfy everyone.
Beer & Wine
Quench your thirst with adult beverages at the Beer & Wine Garden featuring local favorites.
Raft Trips
The river is what it’s all about. Have some fun on the river!
Duck Race
Another crowd favorite each year is the Duck Race.
Riverfest Raft Parade
Watch rafters parade down the Animas River in outrageous costumes.
Wiener Dog Races
A crowd favorite each year are the Wiener Dog Races.
Riverfest Fun Run
Take a run through Berg and Animas Parks. 10K, 5K and 2 mile Fun Walk
Film Festival
Paddling Film Festival
Roverfest
Walk your best friend along the river trails. Fun and goodies for your pooch.
Native Dancers
Watch and enjoy as the Native Dancers perform.
Plein Air Painters
Come and paint or sketch in the park or view works in progress and vote for a winner.
Fine Arts Show
View and purchase local and regional artists work.
Recycled Fashion Show
Come watch, and help judge, the Recycled Fashion Show.
Arts & Crafts
Browse the many Arts & Crafts available for purchase.
Gourd Dance
A One Nation Gourd Dance to honor all Warriors and Veterans.
Car Show
Auto aficionados will love the cars on display.
Tractor Rides
Enjoy a tractor ride from the Red Barn to the Rocky Reach venue.
Kids Activities
Fun projects and educational displays will keep your kids entertained.
Yoga & Calisthenics
Enjoy morning yoga & calisthenics near the river.
Meet the Bands
Enjoy these and many other bands all weekend!
2025 Info Coming Soon!

Baracutanga
South American
Baracutanga is a seven-piece band, representing four different countries (Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru, USA), that blends South American ancestral traditions with a modern sensibility, whose exciting and distinct Latin flavor keeps crowds dancing and always wanting more.  Baracutanga creates songs that cross linguistic and cultural barriers, building bridges between the south and the north, overcoming the barriers of discrimination and promoting intercultural experiences that empower Latinos and all people with a positive message of self-affirmation.

Escape the Badlands
70s, 80s, 90s Rock
Escape The Badlands is a dynamic Rock N’ Roll Tribute band with a unique blend of nostalgia and modern flair that pays homage to the timeless sounds of classic rock, hair metal, grunge, and alternative rock. Their performances are a nostalgic journey through the greatest hits of rock history and have quickly garnered a reputation for delivering true and accurate renditions of the biggest radio hits from the 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s. With their high-energy shows and a fierce stage presence, the band creates an atmosphere that invites fans to dance, sing along and relive the excitement of the Rock N’ Roll era.

Funkified
Funk, Soul, Pop, Jazz
Funkified is a high-energy force of groove, blending deep funk, soul, and jazz influences into an electrifying sonic experience. With tight rhythms, punchy horn lines, and infectious bass grooves, Funkified brings the heat to every stage, igniting dance floors and keeping audiences moving all night long. Whether delivering classic funk vibes or fresh, modern twists, Funkified is all about the rhythm, the groove, and the undeniable power of funk. Get ready to feel the funk—because once you’re Funkified, there’s no turning back!
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