Ultimate Riverfest guide

Get up to speed on do's and don'ts, parties, prime viewing spots and more

Metromix
August 26, 2011

Ultimate Riverfest guide
Dara Moore of Fairfield and Amanda Ross of Clifton sit with Quacky, the mascot of the Rubber Duck Regatta. (Credit: Amanda Davidson | Metromix)

It hardly seems possible, but summer’s almost outta here. The one good thing about this sad inevitability? Fireworks! For the 35th year, we’ll crowd the riverbanks Sunday as Riverfest ends with a half hour of explosions and surprises from the Cincinnati Bell/WEBN Fireworks. Here's your guide to all the information you need to know to have a great time.

Riverfest parties to know

Get ready for Riverfest with these parties and specials

Prime Riverfest viewing spots

Don't want to join the throng on the riverbank? Here's a few more elevated options

Riverfest schedule

Here's the lineup of events and music for the Lower Serpentine Wall, P&G Pavilion and the Newport Riverfront.

Mind these Riverfest do's and don't's

Don't do it wrong, do it right

Rubber Duck Regatta

Buy a duck, win a car

Riverfest road closures

Plan ahead, don't get caught in a jam

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