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Shiverfest 2024

Saturday, October 5th, 3:00pm - 8:00pm

Our super fun celebration of all things fall and Riverbend returns!!

Shiverfest is Riverbend’s largest community based-event packed with fun fall activities for the whole family.     

  • Delicious food trucks like Burrito Feliz, Lil Trents Grille, and Owls Water Ice & Treats
  • One-of-a-kind Haunted Trails for our young adventures 
  • Pony rides   
  • Petting zoo
  • Bubble Artists
  • Bounce House
  • Campfire and storytelling
  • Costume Contests
  • Fall arts and crafts   
  • Trick-or-treat trail   
  • Insect and circus shows
  • And much more! 

Join us for this frighteningly fun, family friendly event!

Shiverfest is Riverbend's opportunity to raise awareness and funding to further our mission to educate and empower our community through a direct connection with nature. Students around the region benefit from Riverbend’s nature-based STEM programs annually.  Environmental know-how is essential for the next generation to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

General Information:

  • Rain Date:  Sunday, Oct. 6th
  • Location: Riverbend Environmental Education Center, 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA 19035
  • Ticketing: $35/Per Adult, $29/Children aged 3-13. Tickets sold online or at the door!
  • Parking: Palace Mission Parking Lot, 1622 Spring Mill Rd, Gladwyne, PA 19035. Shuttles will be provided to and from Riverbend. 

  • Attire: We encourage costumes,  along with comfortable shoes for walking. 
  • If you are currently a SNAP/EBT/ PA ACCESS cardholder or are experiencing financial hardship, please reach out to events@riverbendeec.org to inquire about reduced ticket prices.
  • Download Our Event Map for locations and times, or Download Our Event Descriptions To Learn More!

 

Remaining Winning Ticket as of 10/16/24

Founding Farmers Gift Card - #392834

Il Fiore Restaurant Gift Card - #392784

The Couch Tomato Gift Card - #296008

If you are one of our lucky raffle winners, please contact yblack@riverbendeec.org to coordinate picking up or having their raffle items mailed.


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Would you like to learn more about sponsorship opportunities?

Have fun at Shiverfest and support our mission to give more children access to nature! We have great packages including event passes, VIP perks, preferred parking, and more. Click here to see sponsorship tiers and benefits.

Contact Taylor McClain for more information.


Volunteer with us!

Last year's Shiverfest was a huge success, primarily thanks to the help of our dedicated volunteers. Come support at the trick-or-treat trail, bounce house, bar, parking lots, or snack shack and enjoy the festivities after your shift!

Don't forget! When you volunteer, you receive FREE TICKETS!

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Thank you to our event sponsors for their support!