Riverfest La Crosse

09/26/2026

🍻 PROST from the Riverfest crew! 🍻

The Riverfest crew has been having a great time celebrating Oktoberfest La Crosse! 🇩🇪🎉

From the Tapping of the Golden Keg and live music yesterday to taking part in the Maple Leaf Parade today, it’s always a great time celebrating another amazing La Crosse tradition!

We love getting out, supporting our fellow community festivals, and maybe having a little fun along the way. 😉🍺

Thanks for another great Oktoberfest, La Crosse!

PROST! 🍻

09/20/2026

What a great day in La Crescent!

Riverfest La Crosse had a wonderful time taking part in the La Crescent Applefest parade. Thank you to everyone who waved, cheered, and helped make it such a fun day. We always enjoy getting out into our neighboring communities and celebrating the festivals and traditions that make our area so special.

Now, we’re looking forward to another great week as Oktoberfest gets underway in La Crosse!

Keep an eye out for Riverfest at the Torchlight Parade on Thursday and the Maple Leaf Parade on Saturday. We’re excited to join in the fun and hope to see plenty of familiar faces along the parade routes!

From one fest to another… we’ll see you at Oktoberfest!

09/12/2026

Yesterday, Riverfest Commodore Misty and Riverfest Director Rachel spent the day giving back to those who serve our community, visiting local fire stations and police departments in remembrance of September 11.

Misty also joined La Crosse Fire Department Station 4 on the Northside for a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, honoring the 343 firefighters who lost their lives while responding to the attacks on September 11, 2001.

We’re proud to see members of the Riverfest family taking time to remember those we lost and show appreciation for the first responders who continue to serve and protect our communities every day.

09/12/2026

Do you know someone who could be our 2027 Riverfest Commodore? The Riverfest Commodores are currently accepting nominations via their website.

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09/04/2026

Labor Day weekend is almost here!

For many of us, this weekend marks the unofficial end of summer — one last long weekend for cookouts, time on the river, family gatherings and enjoying everything our area has to offer.

However you’re spending the holiday weekend, we hope you have a fun and safe Labor Day!

And while summer may be winding down, we’re already looking forward to another one. We’ll see you along the Mississippi River at Riverside Park July 1–4, 2027!

Riverfest La Crosse
A Family Tradition Since 1983

08/25/2026

It might only be August, but planning for Riverfest 2027 is already underway!

As we start looking ahead to next summer, we want to hear from you. What’s something you’d love to see at Riverfest next year? Maybe it’s something you enjoyed this year, something you’d like to see return, or even something completely new.

Let us know in the comments. We’d love to hear your ideas!

See you July 1–4, 2027!

08/22/2026

We love seeing our 2026 Riverfest Commodore, Misty Lown, out serving our community!

Misty joined Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey and other local leaders in serving lunch in honor of National Senior Citizens Day.

Thank you, Misty, for representing Riverfest La Crosse and continuing to make a difference throughout our community!

08/14/2026

Just a friendly reminder that if you are interested in applying for a Director position, the application is due tomorrow to be considered for the the 2027 Board of Directors. Don't forget to mark your calendars for July 1 - 4, 2027! 🙂

Riverfest La Crosse is now accepting applications for the 2027 Board of Directors!

Have you been looking for a way to give back to the community? Do you have fresh ideas and a passion for making a difference? If so, we encourage you to apply to become a Riverfest Director!

Riverfest is powered entirely by volunteers, and our Board of Directors works year-round to plan and organize one of the Coulee Region's favorite traditions. Directors meet monthly to help shape the future of Riverfest and ensure its continued success.

Have you volunteered at Riverfest before? That's a great first step toward becoming a Director! If you're interested in learning more about what goes on behind the scenes, consider volunteering during this year's festival. It's a fantastic opportunity to see firsthand the dedication, teamwork, and effort that goes into making Riverfest happen each year.

Applications for the 2027 Board of Directors are due by August 15, 2026.

Apply today at: riverfestlacrosse.com/director

Join us in continuing a community tradition and help make Riverfest even better for years to come!

08/05/2026

Reminder that Director applications are due by August 15th to be considered for our 2027 Board.

Riverfest La Crosse is now accepting applications for the 2027 Board of Directors!

Have you been looking for a way to give back to the community? Do you have fresh ideas and a passion for making a difference? If so, we encourage you to apply to become a Riverfest Director!

Riverfest is powered entirely by volunteers, and our Board of Directors works year-round to plan and organize one of the Coulee Region's favorite traditions. Directors meet monthly to help shape the future of Riverfest and ensure its continued success.

Have you volunteered at Riverfest before? That's a great first step toward becoming a Director! If you're interested in learning more about what goes on behind the scenes, consider volunteering during this year's festival. It's a fantastic opportunity to see firsthand the dedication, teamwork, and effort that goes into making Riverfest happen each year.

Applications for the 2027 Board of Directors are due by August 15, 2026.

Apply today at: riverfestlacrosse.com/director

Join us in continuing a community tradition and help make Riverfest even better for years to come!

07/16/2026

Mark your calendars for July 1–4, 2027, and make plans to join us for another unforgettable Riverfest in Riverside Park. We’re already looking ahead and can’t wait to celebrate Independence Day with our amazing community once again.

Whether you come for the live music, family activities, great food, fireworks, or simply to spend time with friends and family, we look forward to making more memories together.

We’ll have more announcements and exciting updates to share in the months ahead. Until then, save the date and we’ll see you July 1–4, 2027!