River Fest
A Maine Celebration

River Fest

A Maine Celebration
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    September 21 - October 13, 2024
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    South Ridge Base Area

Join the excitement at Sunday River's River Fest, a series of fun-filled weekends in Western Maine.

Experience Maine Brew Fest, Flannel Fest, Ruff Mountain, and Fall Fest. Discover craft brews from the Maine Beer Box, show off your favorite flannel, and take in the beauty of autumn. 

Rain or shine, our events are happening, and we're still celebrating River Fest!

The Events

MAINE BEER BOX

The Maine Beer Box is a custom-built, 40ft., refrigerated shipping container with 78 beer taps and a self-contained draft system!

Beer Box Options
  • Unlimited 5 oz Samples (Bracelet) - Includes access to a quick service line.
  • 12 oz Beers - Served in aluminum recyclable cups.
  • 20 oz RiverFest Mug Fill/Refill - Same price as 12 oz beer.
  • Available throughout River Fest!

2024 River Fest Mug

The River Fest mug is perfect for enjoying larger pours at the Maine Beer Box on the Sunday of Brew Fest weekend, as well as at Flannel Fest, Ruff Mountain, and Fall Fest! 

River Fest Mug Details
  • 2024 RiverFest Mug - New design and color, available at the Beer Box.
  • 20 oz Refills - Pay the 12 oz price with your mug.
  • Reuse Last Year’s Mug - Bring it back for the same refill deal.
  • VIP Brewfest Package - Mug included, ready to use the following River Fest weekends and the Sunday after Brew Fest.
  • Collect or Reuse - Start a collection or keep using your favorite mug!

2024 Live Music

Brew Fest
  • September 21 
    Slopeside at South Ridge | 1-5PM
    SKOSH
  • September 22
    Slopeside at South Ridge
    The Northside Ramblers | 12-3PM
Flannel Fest
  • September 28
    Slopeside at South Ridge | 12-1:30PM & 2-3:45PM
    The Northside Ramblers

RUFF Mountain
  • October 5
    Slopeside at South Ridge | 1-4PM
    River Bottom Funk
  • October 6
    Slopeside at South Ridge | 11-2PM
    River Bottom Funk
Fall Fest
  • October 12
    Slopeside at South Ridge | 1-4PM
    Cryin' Out Loud
  • October 13 
    Slopeside at South Ridge | 11-2PM
    Cryin' Out Loud 

    Additional Activities

    • Scenic Lift Rides

      Opens June 27, 2024 | Ride the Chondola up to North Peak for a hike or just to take in the amazing views at Sunday River.

    • Sunday River Golf Club

      Open for the Season | One of the most spectacular mountain golf courses in the country, with stunning views and dramatic elevation changes.