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  • Bison Viewing at Belwin Conservancy

    Belwin Conservancy: Bison Observation Area 15551 Division Street, Afton, MN

    Open dawn to dusk thru September at Belwin Conservancy: Bison Observation Area. Park at the viewing area and climb the platform to get a glimpse at these beautiful creatures. Bring your binoculars. Free

    Free

  • Kids Street Water Class & Performance

    Living Vine Church 309 Vine Street, Hudson, WI, United States

    The Kids Street Water Class runs the week of  July 20-24 from 9am-12pm with a performance on Friday, July 24th at 7pm.
    The Pop-Up Players will explore clean water and the environment with a goal of developing a theatrical performance at RiverFest.
    For kids age 8-12. This is a free class, but you must pre-register.

    Free, but reservations are required.

  • Make & Take Crafts and STEM Activities at the Library

    Hudson Area Public Library 700 1st St, Hudson, WI, United States

    Stop by the Library during open hours (Tues.-Thur. 10am-8pm, Fri. 10am-6pm & Sat. 10am-3pm) for RiverFest STEM activity or make a River Otter. Make them with friends at the library or take the materials home.

    Free

  • Outdoor Storytime at Weitkamp Park

    Weitkamp Park 648 O'Neil Road, Hudson, United States

    Join Miss Sara and Miss Annie, from the Hudson Area Public Library for a special RiverFest storytime!

    Free

  • Hudson & North Hudson River Cleanup

    Hudson's Lakefront Park Bandshell 505 1st St, Hudson, WI, United States

    The annual River Cleanup is a core activity of Hudson’s St. Croix RiverFest. Community volunteers get out on the riverbank collecting trash and working to help clean up the river (trash bags will be provided). While the goal of RiverFest is to get people out to enjoy the river, the River Cleanup is the “purpose” for the RiverFest celebration. Meet at the Bandshell for the Lakefront Park area cleanup.

    Free

  • Native American Cuisine at Black Rooster Bistro

    Black Rooster Bistro 516 2nd Street, Hudson, WI, United States

    Black Rooster Bistro will feature an indigenous based menu of bison tartar with cured duck egg, fermented corn, sun chokes and wild rice. (while supplies last)

  • Carpenter Nature Center’s Animals of the St. Croix

    Hudson's Lakfront Park - Picnic Point 18 Buckeye Street, Hudson, WI, United States

    Join Carpenter Nature Center (CNC) staff to learn about some of the amazing animals that call the St. Croix River Valley their home and meet them up close!

    Free

  • National Park Service Mussel Rehabilitation

    Hudson's Lakfront Park - Picnic Point 18 Buckeye Street, Hudson, WI, United States

    During this hands-on event National Park Service divers will bring up native mussels from the river bottom for the audience to scrape off the non-native zebra mussels. Explanations and equipment will be provided.

    Free

  • Refashioning Scrappy

    Hudson's Lakfront Park - Picnic Point 18 Buckeye Street, Hudson, WI, United States

    Help create a new “skin” for Scrappy, the RiverFest mascot, with the trash collected during the river clean-up.
    All are welcome to come and help!

    Free

  • Invasive Species Control on the St. Croix River – Demonstration & Information

    Hudson's Lakefront Park Beach House 236-0263-00, Hudson, WI, United States

    Come and see the Minnesota DNR’s Electrofishing Boat demonstration at 2:30 and 3:30pm (water conditions permitting) at the Lakefront Park Beach.
    The Minnesota DNR will have a display booth at Picnic Point. Meet the Aquatics and Fisheries Biologists and see carp mounts and a carp tracking acoustic tag display.

    Free

  • History Hot Spot: Birkmose Mounds

    Birkmose Park 50 Coulee Road, Hudson, WI, United States

    Take an interpretive tour of the Birkmose Mounds covering general history, archaeology, and preservation of mounds. The guided tour is 45-60 minutes and costs $15/person (payable ahead of time or on-site). The "Ask Us!" table and entrance to park is free of charge.

    $15

  • History Hot Spot: Birkmose Mounds

    Birkmose Park 50 Coulee Road, Hudson, WI, United States

    Take an interpretive tour of the Birkmose Mounds covering general history, archaeology, and preservation of mounds. The guided tour is 45-60 minutes and costs $15/person (payable ahead of time or on-site). The "Ask Us!" table and entrance to park is free of charge.

    $15

  • Refashioning Scrappy

    The Phipps Center for the Arts 109 Locust St, Hudson, United States

    Help create a new “skin” for Scrappy, the RiverFest mascot, with the trash collected during the river clean-up.
    All are welcome to come and help!

    Free

  • RiverFest Partner Display Booths

    Hudson's Lakefront Park Bandshell 505 1st St, Hudson, WI, United States

    Come down to Lakefront Park before the RiverFest Concert to spend time at the non-profit displays. RiverFest partner organizations and other non-profits groups will have booths with information, activities, and demonstrations before and during the concert.

    Free

  • Stuart Stott’s Music Program and Library Ice Cream Social

    Hudson Area Public Library 700 1st St, Hudson, WI, United States

    Join us for an engaging family concert with loads of group participation. Ice cream provided by the Hudson Area Library Foundation and Friends of the Hudson Area Library.

    Free

  • Life in a Jar with Mr. Mick

    Hudson Area Public Library 700 1st St, Hudson, WI, United States

    Mr. Mick will lead a STEM activity after our community programs. No registration required. Everyone welcome!

    Free

  • St. Croix Valley Community Band Concert

    Hudson's Lakefront Park Bandshell 505 1st St, Hudson, WI, United States

    The FREE St. Croix Valley Community Band Concert is a popular RiverFest event. Celebrating community and the scenic St. Croix River with something for people of all ages. Colleen Raye will be joining the concert as a featured guest artist. You won’t want to miss this fun-filled family evening! Families are encouraged to bring a … Continue reading St. Croix Valley Community Band Concert →

    Free

  • Let’s Go Paddling!

    Willow River State Park 1034 County Road A, Hudson, WI, United States

    Meet at 10am SHARP at the Willow River boat launch Willow River State Park, 1034 County Road A, Hudson Kayaks are limited! Registration is required, grab your spot here https://tinyurl.com/paddlewillow26 In honor of RiverFest week, join our park naturalists' on a scenic kayaking trip up to the beautiful Willow Falls, before peacefully floating back down … Continue reading Let’s Go Paddling! →

    $25

  • Make & Take Crafts and STEM Activities at the Library

    Hudson Area Public Library 700 1st St, Hudson, WI, United States

    Stop by the Library during open hours (Tues.-Thur. 10am-8pm, Fri. 10am-6pm & Sat. 10am-3pm) for RiverFest STEM activity or make a River Otter. Make them with friends at the library or take the materials home.

    Free

  • Introduction to Microplastics

    Hudson Area Public Library 700 1st St, Hudson, WI, United States

    Join us upstairs in room 219 at the Hudson Area Public Library for an informative presentation about microplastics by Environmental Engineer, Claire Hartwig Alberg.

    Free

  • Pop Up-Players Street Water Show

    Hudson's Lakefront Park Bandshell 505 1st St, Hudson, WI, United States

    Hudson’s own, Liz Malanaphy will lead a local youth group, The Pop-Up Players, in a eco-friendly performance that explores clean water and the environment.

    Free

  • RiverFest Family Movie Night

    Hudson's Lakefront Park Bandshell 505 1st St, Hudson, WI, United States

    Families are invited to enjoy the FREE family-friendly movie “Zootopia 2” at the Lakefront Park Bandshell.
    Bring a picnic blanket or lawn chairs and watch the movie under the stars. Experience this entertain kids' movie outdoors on a giant 40 ft. inflatable screen!

    Free

  • Native American Features

    Hudson's Lakefront Park Bandshell 505 1st St, Hudson, WI, United States

    Thomasina TopBear’s Generations, The Growth of People mural at The Phipps Center for the Arts. Visit Birkmose Park Mounds plus History Walk and Native American Plaque in Lakefront Park. Feature display of artwork/cards by Turtle Woman Studio (Carly G. Bearseason) at Seasons Gallery.    

  • Make & Take Crafts and STEM Activities at the Library

    Hudson Area Public Library 700 1st St, Hudson, WI, United States

    Stop by the Library during open hours (Tues.-Thur. 10am-8pm, Fri. 10am-6pm & Sat. 10am-3pm) for RiverFest STEM activity or make a River Otter. Make them with friends at the library or take the materials home.

    Free

  • Native American Celebration

    Hudson's Lakefront Park Bandshell 505 1st St, Hudson, WI, United States

    Gather by the river for a Native American Cultural Celebration. 1 - 2:30 pm:  A focus on Dakota culture hosted by Rosetta “Rosie” Peters, a Minnesota-based poet, author and storyteller. • Singing by Imnizaska Drum Group, a vibrant, intertribal drum collective deeply rooted in cultural preservation and education. • Dancing by Zach Red Bear and … Continue reading Native American Celebration →

    Free

  • Lucky Guys Distillery RiverFest Special

    Lucky Guys Distillery 101 2nd Street, Hudson, WI, United States

    Join us at Lucky Guys Distillery on July 25 from 1-5pm for complimentary tasting of their Gold Medal winning Black Walnut Liqueur.

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