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Mendon Riverfest 2025, 126 S. Nottawa, Mendon, MI (2026)

08/16/2025

☀️🔥 It’s going to be a HOT ONE today at the Mendon Riverfest – so grab your water bottles, stay hydrated, and enjoy a jam-packed day of FUN by the river! 💦🌊

🎉 The excitement kicks off with the Riverfest Parade at Noon – a community tradition you don’t want to miss!

🎯 At 2:00 PM, the competition heats up with the Co****le Tournament, while the Canoe Race and the hilarious Canoe Swamp later in the afternoon will keep you cool and laughing! 🚣‍♂️😂

🍴 Don’t forget to fuel up at all of our amazing Food Vendors & Crafters throughout the day – plenty of treats to keep you going!

🍗 Be sure to support the community with the Masonic Lodge Chicken Dinner, cheer on the Kiwanis Club’s Chicken Plop, and get ready for laughs at the UAW Local 503’s Worst Karaoke Singer Competition – raising money for local children's charities! 🎤🐔

🙌 It’s going to be an unforgettable day of sunshine, community, and FESTIVAL FUN – see you downtown Mendon!

08/16/2025

💙🙌 A HUGE SHOUTOUT to the HEART of the Mendon Riverfest… our incredible VOLUNTEERS and FESTIVAL ORGANIZERS! 🙌💙

If you see someone rocking a STAFF T-SHIRT this weekend, take a moment to THANK THEM. 👕✨ These are the folks who have spent countless hours planning, organizing, and working behind the scenes ALL YEAR LONG to make Riverfest the amazing community celebration we all love. 🎉

From setting up events, coordinating activities, running contests, keeping things safe and fun, and making sure everything runs smoothly – Riverfest simply would not be possible without their dedication. 🙏

👏 So let’s give them a round of applause, a high-five, or even just a smile and a “thank you” when you see them around the festival. They’ve earned it!

💛 Because Mendon Riverfest isn’t just an event – it’s a community effort, powered by some of the BEST people around!

08/16/2025

🎉✨ Day 2 of Mendon Riverfest = PURE SUCCESS! ✨🎉

What an AMAZING day packed full of fun and community spirit!

🚗 Our streets were lined with shiny classics during the Car Cruise, card players battled it out in the Euchre Tournament, and brains were put to the test with the always-competitive Trivia Contest – the main event of the night! 🧩 The Puzzle Race kept everyone on their toes, while creativity flowed at Wine & Canvas, where masterpieces came to life. 🎨🍷

And to top it all off… 🎶 In the Grey lit up the stage with an unforgettable performance that had the whole crowd rocking! One of the best bands around, and they absolutely brought the energy to Riverfest. 🔥

🙌 THANK YOU to everyone who came out to make Day 2 incredible – the laughter, the cheers, the music, and the memories are what Mendon Riverfest is all about. 💛

👉 But don’t slow down yet… Day 3 is the GRAND FINALE! 🏃‍♂️🚜

🌊 From the 5K Race to Kids Pedal Tractor Pulls, the hilarious Canoe Swamp, Co****le, and so much more… all leading up to the BIGGEST FIREWORKS show over the St. Joseph River! 🎆🎆

08/16/2025

🚨🔥 SATURDAY at MENDON RIVERFEST is going to be NON-STOP ACTION from sunrise to FIREWORKS! 🔥🚨

🔥🏃‍♂️💨 START STRONG with the 5K RACE – the energy, the excitement, the cheers… YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS!

🔥🚜👧👦 KIDS, it’s your turn! The PEDAL TRACTOR PULLS are BACK! Tiny tractors, HUGE bragging rights – WHO’S TAKING HOME THE TROPHY?

🔥🌊😂 BRACE YOURSELF for the legendary CANOE SWAMP! You’ll laugh, you’ll splash, and you’ll probably SINK – but that’s the FUN of it!

🔥🎨🤣 COOL OFF with some laughs and grab a one-of-a-kind keepsake with CARICATURES BY SCOTT OLNEY – because Riverfest memories deserve Riverfest art!

🔥🎯🔥 BRING THE HEAT in the CO****LE TOURNAMENT – the tosses will be TIGHT, the crowds will be LOUD, and only one team will CLAIM VICTORY!

🔥✨🎆 THE GRAND FINALE – the FIREWORKS SHOW over the St. Joseph River! THIS is the moment EVERYONE waits for – the lights, the colors, the BOOMS – PURE FESTIVAL MAGIC in the sky!

🙌🎉 SATURDAY = THE DAY. THE ENERGY. THE FUN. THE FESTIVAL. Be there, bring your crew, and LET’S MAKE MEMORIES TOGETHER! 💥

08/15/2025

🍽️🎡 Calling All Food Lovers – Mendon Riverfest is a Feast You Can’t Miss! 🎡🍽️

As a true festival foodie, I’m telling you right now… come hungry because this year’s Mendon Riverfest food lineup is mouthwatering perfection!

🥨 Ben’s Pretzel – Soft, warm, buttery pretzels that melt in your mouth. Perfect for snacking while you stroll.
🌭 We**ie Kings – Gourmet hot dogs loaded with flavor and personality!
🌮 Taco Loco – Bold, zesty, and oh-so-delicious tacos to spice up your night.
🍩 Ziggy’s Elephant Ears – Cinnamon-sugar heaven on a plate – a festival must.
🍿 Majoors Concessions – All your classic carnival favorites from popcorn to cotton candy.
🍧 Great Lakes Shaved Ice – Colorful, icy, and the ultimate way to cool off.
🍟 Beer’s Concessions – Fries, fried treats, and all the guilty pleasures you crave.
🍕 Camzie’s Pizza – Fresh, cheesy slices hot from the oven.
🔥 Mendon Firemen’s BBQ – Tender, smoky, and made with love by our hometown heroes.
🍗 Mendon Masonic Lodge Chicken BBQ – Juicy, flavorful chicken grilled to perfection.

Whether you’re here for the savory, the sweet, or a little bit of both, Riverfest has every craving covered. Come ready to taste your way through the weekend – and maybe wear your stretchy pants. 😉

08/15/2025

🚤🎉 Mendon Riverfest – TODAY’S CAN’T-MISS LINEUP! 🎉🚤

Mendon, get ready – today is PACKED with nonstop fun, friendly competition, and small-town magic!

🃏 Euchre Tournament – 3:00 PM
Grab a partner, shuffle up, and let’s see who’s got the best game in town! Will YOU be crowned Riverfest Euchre Champ?

🚗 Classic Car Cruise – 4:00 PM Methodist Church Power Tour - 5:00 PM Display in Reed River Park
Engines will roar and chrome will shine! Come see an incredible lineup of classic beauties rolling through Mendon – it’s a cruise you won’t forget!

🍔 Food Vendors – All Afternoon & Evening
The smells alone will draw you in – sizzling favorites, sweet treats, and all the flavors of Riverfest waiting to be devoured!

🧠 Trivia Competition – 7:30 PM
The night’s MAIN EVENT! Hosted by the one and only Here’s Your Host – Matt Eickhoff, this trivia showdown will have you laughing, thinking, and maybe even debating your answers with friends. Bragging rights AND festival glory are on the line!

📍 Everything’s happening right in the heart of Mendon – so bring your friends, bring your appetite, and let’s make this a day to remember!

08/15/2025

🥧🎉 A Sweet Finish to Opening Night at Mendon Riverfest! 🎉🥧

We wrapped up our first night of Riverfest with a crowd-favorite — the Pie Eating Contest — and it did not disappoint! From the first bite to the final crumb, our contestants dove in with determination, laughter, and a whole lot of whipped cream on their faces. 🤣👏

The energy was electric, the cheering was loud, and the competition was deliciously fierce. 🍓🥧

A HUGE thank you to Creators Praise Ministries for sponsoring this fun (and tasty!) event. Your support helps keep traditions like this alive and makes our festival even sweeter for everyone. 💙

Here’s to a great start to Riverfest — and this is only the beginning!

08/15/2025

🎤✨ The Mendon Riverfest Lip Sync Competition Rocked the Stage Tonight! ✨🎤

What an unforgettable night of music, laughter, and pure entertainment! 🎶 From spot-on impersonations to over-the-top dance moves, our talented performers gave it their all — and the crowd loved every second. 💃🕺

Whether it was solo acts belting out the classics, duos with perfect comedic timing, or groups bringing high-energy choreography, the creativity was off the charts. 🤩👏

A huge shoutout to our brave and hilarious contestants for leaving it all on stage and to our amazing audience for singing, clapping, and cheering along. You made this annual Riverfest tradition one for the record books! 📚🎵

Some photos are posted so you can relive the magic (and maybe start planning your act for next year 😉).

08/15/2025

🌟🎭 What a Night at the Mendon Riverfest Kids Costume Contest! 🎭🌟

Tonight, our stage was absolutely bursting with color, creativity, and cuteness overload! 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️ From tiny superheroes to magical princesses, brave knights, silly animals, and even a few laugh-out-loud surprises — the kids brought their A-game and filled the crowd with smiles. 😍

Our judges had an incredibly tough job choosing winners because every single contestant was a star in their own way. ✨👏 The energy, the poses, the confidence — these kids owned the spotlight!

A HUGE thank you to all the families who joined in the fun, cheered on our little contestants, and helped make this night unforgettable. 💙

📸 Here are a few photos — so keep an eye out for your favorite costumed cutie!

08/14/2025

🎉🎤🍰 IT’S HERE – OPENING DAY OF THE 2025 MENDON RIVERFEST! 🍰🎤🎉

The wait is over, Mendon! The Riverfest kicks off TODAY and we’re bringing the energy right from the start!

✨ TONIGHT’S MAIN EVENTS:
🎤 Lip Sync Competition – Big voices, bigger moves, and the most epic performances you’ve ever seen… without a single note sung live! Get ready to cheer for your favorites!

🦸‍♂️ Kids Superhero Costume Parade – Calling all caped crusaders ages 0-18! Show off your superpowers, strut your stuff, and wow the crowd!

🥧 Pie Eating Contest – No forks, no shame—just pure pie passion! Who will be crowned the pie champ of Riverfest 2025?

Bring your family, your friends, and your festival spirit—this is going to be a night to remember! 🌟

📍 Downtown Mendon
🕓 Festivities start at 7:00 PM – don’t be late!

Let’s make some memories, Mendon! 💛💚

08/12/2025

🎤✨ TWO NIGHTS of KARAOKE at Mendon Riverfest! 🎶

Get ready to grab the mic, sing your heart out, and show Mendon your star power! 🌟
Whether you’re a shower singer, car singer, or seasoned stage pro, this is your time to shine.

📅 Karaoke Night 1: Friday, August 15th @ 9:30 PM
Reed River Park Pavilion with DJ Fin

📅 Karaoke Night 2: Saturday, August 16th @ 1:00 PM
Worst Karaoke Singer Contest sponsored by UAW Local 503
This is a fundraiser to raise money for local children's charities.

📍 Location: Reed River Park Mendon

🎵 From country to rock, pop to oldies — pick your favorite song and let’s make some Riverfest memories!

🎁 Bragging rights for standout performances.

Tag your duet partner, warm up those vocal cords, and join us for two unforgettable nights of music and fun on the banks of the St. Joseph River. 💛💙💚

08/12/2025

🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️ Calling All Super Kids! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️

Get ready for the Mendon Riverfest Kids Costume Contest — where YOU can be the hero! 🦹‍♀️💥

📅 Date: Thursday, August 14th
🕒 Time: Approximately 8:15 PM - Conclusion of the Lip Sync
📍 Location: Reed River Park

✨ Ages 0 – 18 are invited to dress up as their favorite superhero — capes, masks, powers, and all!

🏆 Prizes for Top Boy and Top Girl superheroes.

Bring your best heroic pose, your most powerful smile, and join us for a fun-filled contest that celebrates the amazing kids in our community! 💛💙💚

📷 Parents — get those cameras ready! This will be a photo-worthy moment you won’t want to miss.

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