CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – There are so many ways to play at the City of Clarksville’s 29th annual Riverfest Celebration.
The Festival will be held Thursday, September 8 through Saturday, September 10. Whether you are looking for a competition, team event or just some fun and games Riverfest will have you covered all weekend long. Sign up online at www.clarksvilleriverfest.com.
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52-Hour Film Festival
Participants will create a short film (4-7 minutes) based on the genre assigned at the mandatory meeting Friday, August 19 at 6:00 p.m. at Freedom Point. Films will be judged, selected and screened at a public showing on Thursday, September 8 as part of the Riverfest Art Experience.
Juried Art Show
Professional, Amateur, Student, and Senior Divisions are available. Entry fees vary depending on division – register early and save! Art Show will be held at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center on Thursday, September 8 as part of the Riverfest Art Experience.
Human Foosball Tournament
Saturday, September 10, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Grab five of your favorite friends and compete for your chance to win ultimate bragging rights! Six-man teams will compete in this life-size version of your favorite table top game in one of three divisions: Youth (10-17 years old), Adults (18-30 years old), and Semi-Pro (31 years old and above). Cost is $60 for the entire team. Register your team today!
Cardboard Boat Regatta
Saturday, September 10, beginning at 10:00 AM
This fan favorite is back for the tenth year. Boats are constructed from recycled materials and raced down the Cumberland River in a 100-yard dash. Divisions include: adult, youth (with adult), civic/churches, businesses, and local government agencies. Registration ends Friday, September 2.
Volunteer at Riverfest
We understand that this event would not be possible without our dedicated community supporters. Volunteer opportunities are endless, browse the opportunities we have available and sign up online at www.clarksvilleriverfest.com to help.
About Riverfest
Riverfest is Clarksville’s longest running community Festival. Now in its 29th year, Riverfest brings over 30,000 people to the banks of the Cumberland River in an arts and recreation celebration. This year the Festival will be held September 8-10, 2016. Music, art, family events, and more will fill McGregor Park. Admission and entertainment at the Festival are free and open to the public. More announcements will be made soon, as new events and entertainment are finalized.