Huron River Fest

FRIDAY, JULY 11 - SATURDAY, JULY 12, 2025

About

River Fest is an annual summer festival held in Huron, Ohio, celebrating the community and its waterfront along the Huron River. The multi-day event features a lively mix of family-friendly activities, a parade, live music, food vendors, carnival rides, craft booths and a fireworks display over the river. With a tradition spanning decades, River Fest brings residents both current and past together for a vibrant celebration of local culture, entertainment and small-town charm.

Event Schedule

Friday, July 11, 2025

5 p.m.

Opening Ceremonies

Kick off River Fest with an exciting Opening Ceremony filled with community spirit! The festivities begin with a warm welcome from local officials, followed by the national anthem. The energy builds as the festival officially opens, setting the stage for a weekend of fun along the scenic Huron River.

5 p.m.

Vendors & Rides Midway Opens

River Fest offers a fantastic variety of food and merchandise vendors, from classic festival favorites like funnel cakes and fresh-cut fries to unique local treats. Stroll through vendor booths filled with handmade crafts, apparel and souvenirs before heading to the carnival. Thrilling rides, exciting games and family-friendly attractions make for nonstop entertainment all weekend long!

5:30-8:30 p.m.

Princess Meet & Greet

Two perfect princesses will be around the festival grounds on Friday evening to meet and greet kids.

6 p.m.

Queens Pageant

One of River Fest’s most cherished traditions, the Queen’s Pageant showcases the grace, poise and community pride of local young women competing for the title of River Fest Queen 2025. Contestants participate in interviews and on-stage presentations, all while vying for the honor of representing Huron at events throughout the year.

7 p.m.

Townline 26

Townline 26 is a family band led by the Schag family, known for their signature country and bluegrass sound.

10:15 p.m.

Fireworks Extravaganza

The Huron River Fest 2025 fireworks display will light up the night sky over the Huron Boat Basin with a spectacular show of vibrant colors and dazzling effects, creating a breathtaking finale to the festival.

Schedules subject to change

Event Schedule

Saturday, July 12, 2025

8:30 a.m.

River Run 5k, Relay & Fun Run

The River Run 5K run/walk is conducted in the Old Plat area and around the high school. The money raised goes to the Huron High School track and cross-country scholarships. (Stay tuned for this year's registration link!)

11 a.m.

Huron Lions Club

River Fest Parade

The Huron River Fest parade features a lively procession of floats, marching bands, community groups and local organizations, bringing festive energy and vibrant displays of school spirit and creativity through the heart of Huron.

11 a.m.

Vendors & Rides Midway Opens

You won't go hungry or thirsty at River Fest! From frozen drinks and ice-cold lemonade to a wide variety of mouth-watering food options, you will want to have lunch AND dinner at River Fest!

12:30 p.m.

Parade Awards Ceremony

And the winner is...The Huron River Fest Parade Awards Ceremony celebrates the most outstanding parade entries, recognizing creativity, spirit, and community pride with awards for top performances and float designs.

1 p.m.

Huron Cheerleaders Perform

The Huron High School cheerleaders will bring high-energy spirit and dynamic routines to the Huron Boat Basin Amphitheater during River Fest 2025, showcasing their talent and school pride.

1:30 p.m.

Huron High School Choir Performs

The Huron High School Choir will captivate audiences with their harmonious voices and vocal ranges when they perform at River Fest 2025.

2:30 p.m.

Bryce & Rylie Mullen

This sister and brother duo bring their version of acoustic rock to the River Fest stage.

4:30 p.m.

Hunter Klein & the Colt 45's

Hunter Klein & the Colt 45's will rock the amphitheater stage on Saturday night!

7 p.m.

SoulPilot

SoulPilot is a high-energy five-piece band from Tiffin, Ohio, known for delivering dynamic performances of popular songs that get audiences moving.

Schedules subject to change

Contact

P.O. Box 210

Huron, OH 44839

HuronRiverFest@gmail.com