6 Things to know about Riverfront Rendezvous

No festival is complete without the food! The classic funnel cakes and elephant ears will be available, and new items are always being added to the menu for you to try. Food tents will be open from 5 pm - 10 pm on Friday, from 11:30 am - 10 pm on Saturday, and from 12 pm - 10 pm on Sunday.

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Who knew fishing for carp would be so exciting? We would tell you the secret about catching them, but every contestant keeps their strategy top secret. Commonly known bait for carp is sweet corn, but others use “chum” for the fish. Some choose to fish along the shore, while others prefer to go out on their boat. Whatever strategy you decide, make sure it helps you win the grand prizes of a trophy and bragging rights!

Who doesn’t love music to help ease out of the long work week into a fun-filled weekend with family and friends? On the main stage on Friday, you'll find the Bodeans with their classic rock music. Saturday features the Too Hype Crew, a tribute to hip hop, and on Sunday, we close out with Phat Phunktion!

That's not all, there are plenty of other great musicians playing over the weekend. View the full lineup to find your new favorite band!

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Pick up a paddle and play (and win prizes!) or sit back and watch the action as the Heart of Wisconsin Pickleball Association hosts a variety of tournaments over the weekend, with different options like men's, women's, mixed doubles, single play, novice to advanced tournaments, and even a 60+ tournament. 

All kid events at Riverfront will be held in the Family Fun Zone throughout the weekend. Enjoy a lineup of inflatable games and carnival rides in the Family Fun Zone all three days! Sunday afternoon, there will be a child safety course and games as well as a horseshoe tournament, bingo, inflatable games and carnival rides, and a musical instrument petting zoo.

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We know that they are adorable, and any family pet is another member of the family, but for their own safety, we are asking that pets stay at home. From being packed with people during the day to loud music and fireworks at night, they might feel a bit more comfortable in their own homes.