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Events get rolling at 9:00 a.m.
Riverfest has something for everyone (and most of them
are free!) Stroll through the craft exhibits, take a tour, enjoy a leisurely cruise on the Rum River, play
games, take in the energy of live concerts, and enjoy some great summer
fare.
LIVE MUSIC ON 3 STAGES
Main Stage, River Stage, & Anoka Superstar Stage Free
concerts by local bands. Rock, folk, jazz, country.
ANOKA SUPERSTAR COMPETITION
11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Participate in or watch the
crowning of the 2nd annual Anoka Superstar.
Winners take home cash and prizes.
PONTOON RIDES
10:00a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Board at the boat ramp at Aitkin Park. Enjoy a free cruise
on both the Mississippi and Rum Rivers.
CRAFT EXHIBITS
More than 150 crafters presenting unique, handmade items
from around the region.
ANOKA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
ACTIVITIES
Get tickets to take the Anoka Ghost Tour (7:30 p.m.) and
the Anoka County Heritage Home and
Garden Tour
Visit the History Center Museum
(10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
See the brand new exhibit Roots and Roofs
The Mendota Mdewakanton Dakota Community will be on the
front lawn with teepees, sharing Dakota culture and
history (10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
Picturing Anoka County: A Snapshot of History
will be on display at the ACHS and
Anoka Heritage Preservation Commission booth.
SKATE COMPETITION
Andover Anoka Ramsey Youth First Community of Promise
will host the 10th Annual Riverfest Skateboard
Competition, sponsored by Pinewski's Board and Ski.
Youth up to age 18 are invited to show off their
skateboard skills! Prizes awarded to the top three
finalists in each age bracket. 9:30 a.m. registration
and competition begins at 10:00am. All participants
must have a signed registration form to compete and
helmets are required. Get registration forms at
Pinewski's Board and Ski or from Youth First at (763)
421-8530.
CAR SHOW
Check out classic cars on display and show off your
classic car.
NOWTHEN THRESHERS EXHIBIT
See antique tractors and engines. Watch basket-weaving
demonstrations.
LOTS OF FOOD
Stop by the food court for all those summer festival
favorites.
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