Festival Information
Florida RiverFest is a one-day outdoor, sporting and recreation festival in the heart of the Florida Panhandle. Presented by the Calhoun County Community Foundation, the festival welcomes visitors from across the Southeast for live music, vendors and more at Neal Landing in Blountstown.
Saturday, February 27, 2027
11 AM – 6 PM Central Time
Gates open at 11 AM
Know Before You Go
No Pets
Due to various special wildlife exhibits, we ask that you please leave your pets at home during Florida RiverFest.
Bring a Lawn Chair
There will be lawn seating available directly in front of the stage! Bring your own lawn chair or blanket.
No Smoking, Vaping or Alcohol
No smoking, vaping or alcohol permitted on festival grounds.
$10
CASH or CARD
AT THE GATE
*Kids 5 and Under FREE
Purchase your admission at the main gate on the day of the festival. River Fest admission tickets are NOT sold in advance.
Admission
Before You Arrive
Can I pay with a credit or debit card?
Yes you can pay with cash or card, however wifi services may be limited so An ATM will be available onsite. Some vendors may accept credit or debit cards as well, depending on Wi-Fi availability.
Can I leave and return?
Yes. Your armband serves as your ticket and allows you to leave and return during the daytime festival at Neal Landing. Keep your armband on for reentry.
Parking & Trolleys
Neal Landing is at the south end of River Street in Blountstown. Follow festival signs and traffic control for parking.
General Parking
Street parking is available along River Street, Tupelo Avenue and Hay Street. Additional lots include:
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Cooper Park on Mayhaw Drive.
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North Florida Child Development on Tupelo Avenue.
Overflow Parking
Calhoun County Courthouse on River Street, Ameris Bank on Fannin Avenue and Magnolia Square Park on Pear Street. Trolleys serve these lots only when all other parking is full.
Please Respect Our Neighbors
Please do not park in yards, block driveways or walk across their grass.
Trolley Service
Trolley service provided by _______ will be available along River St., Hay St., Tupelo Ave. and Mayhaw Drive.
Look for the trolley stop signs along River Street and Tupelo Ave.
Accessible Parking
Spaces are available between Hay Street and Midway Avenue for vehicles with visible disability parking placards. If these spaces fill, trolley service is available from parking lots to the main entrance.
Onsite Courtesy Trolley
An onsite courtesy trolley may be available between the Main Gate, Boat Ramp, Kid Zone and Car Show. Only authorized River Fest trolleys are permitted inside the gates.
Open Parking & Trolley Map in Google Maps
Festival Policies
2027 Festival Schedule
MAIN STAGE
RIVERFRONT
KID ZONE
11am - Gates Open
11:30am - Welcome & National Anthem
11:45am - The First Cast
11:55am - Miss Florida River Fest
12:00pm - Gospel Recording Artist, Leah Pettis
1:00pm - Mud Pie Eating Contest
1:30pm - BES Student Choir
2:00pm - BREAK
3:00pm - TBD
4:00pm - Big River Classic Boat Parade & Awards
5:00pm - Nashville Recording Artist, Dalton Dover
6:00pm - Fireworks Show
2:00pm - Line Dance at the Landing
3:00pm - Classic Car Awards
11:30am - Croc Encounter Gator Show
12:00pm - Kids Hook Tying Class
2:30pm - Croc Encounter Gator Show
SOCIAL STREET
11:00am - 5pm - Photo Ops Open
12:00 - 2:00pm Meet & Greet
A Festival That Gives Back
The Calhoun County Community Foundation was established in 2019 to help Calhoun County’s rural communities following Hurricane Michael’s devastation on October 10, 2018.
The nonprofit returns funds raised to the community to benefit residents, encourage community pride and promote all that Calhoun County offers.