\\ OPENING CEREMONIES Beginning at 11AM a special opening ceremony will take place on the Marina Drive Stage. Join in the singing of the National Anthem, color guard presentation of the flag as we pay homage to our great nation and all those who serve her.

 

\\ANDERSON BROTHERS BANK GOLF CART PARADE  Enjoy the Anderson Brothers Bank Patriotic Golf Cart Parade by watching or participating in this fun event at 11:15AM down 2nd Avenue to Marina Drive and Riverfront Park and back.

 

\\Nye's Pharmacy KIDS ZONE Children can participate in the annual favorite Jello Jump, enjoy bouncy castles and water activities set up in the Conway Tennis Center Parking Lot. Activities will be held from 11AM- 7PM.

 

\\FOOD & BEER GARDEN While attending the festival choose from a variety of food vendors like tasty corn dogs to fabulous funnel cakes to delicious deep fried avocado bites to refreshing shaved ice treats. Better Brands Beer products are available at Riverfront Park Area only from 3PM-10:30PM. To purchase beer or wine you must go to the Identification Booth show your driver’s license for proof of age and you will receive a wrist band. All beer and wine must be consumed in the Riverfront Park designated area.

 

\\ARTISAN MARKET The Artisan Market will be filled with arts & crafts vendors from all over showcasing their wares for sale. Shop and browse on Marina Drive from 11AM- 7PM.

 

\\SANTEE COOPER BUSINESS EXPO Visitors and locals are guaranteed to love the displays and information provided at the Santee Cooper Business Expo. The Expo will highlight area businesses on Marina Drive from 11AM- 7PM.

 

\\BASS TOURNAMENT Fishing enthusiast will enjoy casting a line on the Waccamaw River in the Riverfest Bass Tournament. This Tournament will be held at Bucksport Marina from 6 a.m. - 4 p.m. with first place taking a $1,400 prize (based on 50 boat participation).

 

\\PATRIOTIC LIGHTED BOAT PARADE Enjoy the Patriotic Evening Boat Parade begins at 8:30 PM, so watch along the banks of the Waccamaw River or decorate your own vessel to join in the fun. Applications available on FORMS & APPS page.

 

\\The CONWAY NATIONAL BANK FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA In celebration of our Country’s independence, the Conway National Bank Fireworks Extravaganza is a must see for young and old. Watch the sky light up with explosion of colors beginning at 9:15 PM on Saturday, June 28th.

 

\\ADMISSION FEE No admission fee is required for the Marina Drive area activities (11AM-7PM). The Riverfront Park Area admission (3PM-11PM) is $5 per person and children 12 and under are free. Hands will be stamped for park re-entry once fee is paid.

 

\\CONWAY MEDICAL CENTER FIRST AID BOOTH A first aid booth is available to assist with any festival mishaps that may arise. Visit them at the Santee Cooper Business Expo.

 

\\ENTRY & SECURITY No coolers or pets (except service animals) are allowed at Riverfront Park during Riverfest.   

 

\\THESE ITEMS ARE ALLOWED Bring a blanket or a lawn chair to watch the bands or fireworks.   

 

\\THESE ITEMS ARE PROHIBITED Public golf carts, bicycles, coolers and skateboards are not permitted in festival area.