Shiverfest 2024

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
• 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. Ticket sales starting August 19th! 

• 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.