The Evansville riverfront is about to get busy in the best way.
ShrinersFest is back May 29 and 30, bringing two full days of live music, food, rides, and community events to the downtown riverfront. Hosted by the Hadi Shriners, the annual festival has become a warm-weather staple for families, car enthusiasts, and anyone looking for something to do outside.
The event runs from 11 am to 11 pm both days, with a packed schedule that mixes daytime family activities with evening entertainment.
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What To Expect At ShrinersFest 2026
There’s a little bit of everything built into this weekend:
- Food vendors and craft vendors throughout the day
- Kids’ rides running from late morning into the evening
- A beer garden for those 21 and older
- Live music both days featuring local artists
Musical acts include Cameron Smith, Wade Papineau, Gavin Vollman, That’s What She Said, and Eighty-Sixt, among others, performing throughout the festival.
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