4th of July Weekend Riverfront Rendezvous 2026: Your Easy Guide to Stevens Point's Greatest Summer Celebration
If you're looking for one of Central Wisconsin's best Independence Day weekend traditions, Riverfront Rendezvous returns to Pfiffner Pioneer Park in Stevens Point July 3–5, 2026, bringing three days of live music, family activities, great food, carnival rides, and one of the area's biggest fireworks shows.
Admission is FREE, making it one of the best family-friendly events of the summer.
This year's festival is even bigger as America celebrates its 250th Anniversary. Organizers have added a brand-new Downtown Stage, an expanded entertainment lineup, and the first large-scale drone light show ever featured at Riverfront Rendezvous.
Festival Highlights
Friday, July 3
- Opening night of live music
- Carnival rides and inflatable games
- Food vendors
- BoDeans headline the Main Stage
- Country, bluegrass, polka and rock throughout the evening
Saturday, July 4
- Main Street Parade (10:00 AM)
- Market in the Park
- Horseshoe Tournament
- Carp Classic Fishing Contest
- Comedy Improv Show
- Carnival rides
- Three music stages all afternoon and evening
- Drone Light Show at Dusk
Sunday, July 5
- Kids Safety Day
- Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
- Bingo
- Carnival rides
- Live music continues
- Festival Foods Fireworks at Dusk
Friday Music Schedule
| Time | Main Stage | Anniversary Stage | Downtown Stage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5:00–6:30 | DJ Julian Gross | — | — |
| 6:00–10:00 | — | Wasted on Wallen (Country) | — |
| 6:30–8:00 | — | — | Dig Deep (Bluegrass) |
| 9:00–10:30 | BoDeans (Rock) | Continuing | — |
Also: Dombrowski's Happy Notes perform polka music inside the Pfiffner Building from 6:30–9:30 PM.
Saturday Music Schedule
| Time | Main Stage | Anniversary Stage | Downtown Stage |
| 11:30–1:00 | Dueling Pianos | — | — |
| 12:30–2:00 | — | One Beer Please (Ska) | — |
| 1:00–2:30 | — | — | Bomber & Red (Folk Rock) |
| 2:30–4:00 | John Nemeth (Blues) | TJ Morrow (Country) | — |
| 4:00–5:30 | — | — | Amelia Ford Band (Alternative Rock) |
| 5:30–7:00 | Sister Sadie (Bluegrass) | — | — |
| 6:00–10:00 | — | FBI & the Untouchable Horns (Classic Horn Band) | — |
| 7:00–8:30 | — | — | Tae and the Neighborly (Rock) |
| 9:00–10:30 | Too Hype Crew (Hip-Hop Tribute) | Continuing | — |
Comedy: Subject to Change performs in the Pfiffner Building from 4:30–5:30 PM.
Drone Light Show: Launches over the Wisconsin River at dusk.
Sunday Music Schedule
| Time | Main Stage | Anniversary Stage | Downtown Stage |
| 1:00–2:30 | — | Good Morning Bedlam (Folk/Rock) | — |
| 1:30–3:00 | — | — | Brett Newski & The Bad Inventions with The Shabs (Rock) |
| 3:00–4:30 | Brass Queens (New Orleans Jazz) | Dandelion Delivery Service (Space Rock) | — |
| 4:30–6:00 | — | — | Michelle LL (Folk/Rock) |
| 6:00–7:30 | Pat McCurdy (Variety) | — | — |
| 7:00–9:45 | — | Spicy Tie (Rock) | — |
| 8:00–9:45 | Phat Phunktion (Funk) | Continuing | — |
Also: The Mix performs polka music inside the Pfiffner Building from 5:30–8:30 PM.
Fireworks: Festival Foods Fireworks over the Wisconsin River at dusk.
Something for Every Music Fan
One of the best things about Riverfront Rendezvous is the incredible variety of music.
You'll hear:
- Rock
- Country
- Bluegrass
- Blues
- Ska
- Hip-Hop
- Funk
- Folk
- Alternative Rock
- New Orleans Jazz
- Classic Horn Band
- Polka
- Variety Entertainment
Whether you're looking to dance, relax by the river, or discover a new favorite band, there's always another stage just a short walk away.
More Than Just Music
Riverfront Rendezvous offers plenty to do between concerts.
Visitors can enjoy:
- Carnival rides and inflatable games
- Main Street Parade
- Market in the Park
- Food vendors
- Bingo
- Horseshoe tournaments
- Carp Classic Fishing Contest
- Kids Safety Day
- Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
- Comedy Improv
- Drone Light Show
- Fireworks over the Wisconsin River
Tips for a Great Weekend
- Arrive early for the best parking.
- Bring lawn chairs or a blanket for the concerts.
- Stay hydrated—July afternoons can be warm.
- Expect large crowds Saturday evening.
- Plan to stick around after dark for either the drone show on Saturday or fireworks on Sunday.
- Since there are three music stages running throughout the weekend, use the schedule above to plan your own perfect festival experience.
Riverfront Rendezvous continues to be one of Wisconsin's premier free summer festivals, combining outstanding live entertainment with family fun in one of the state's most beautiful riverfront settings. Whether you're coming for the music, the food, the parade, or simply to enjoy a summer evening along the Wisconsin River, this year's festival promises something for everyone.
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