Free family-friendly festival on June 14 features live music, fishing, nature activities, food, and hands-on educational experiences for all ages
Date: Sunday, June 14, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Ipswich River Park, North Reading, MA
Rain Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Cost: Free and open to the public
About RiverFest
RiverFest is our signature annual event, celebrating the Ipswich River and the many ways it connects our communities. Held at the start of summer, this lively outdoor festival invites people of all ages to explore, learn, play, and relax along the river.
Whether it’s casting a fishing line for the first time, discovering native plants, or enjoying music by the water, RiverFest offers something for everyone. Each year, the event brings together families, local organizations, and partners to rediscover the wonder of our local river and all it makes possible.
Festival Highlights
- Native Plant Sale with Grow Native Massachusetts
- Hands-on fun with The Caterpillar Lab and Cape Ann Vernal Pond Team
- Learn to Fish with MassWildlife
- Live Music by Alpha Omega
- Bioblitz & nature exploration with Ipswich River Watershed Association staff
- BBQ with Boston BBQ
- Ice Cream with Alex Ice Cream
