RiverFire Festival
About this event
The RiverFire Festival is a seasonal festival in Berlin, New Hampshire, at Downtown Berlin and Androscoggin River. The 2026 event takes place Oct 17, 2026. Berlin's 20th annual fall celebration along the Androscoggin River in the city that trees built. Hay rides, a costume parade, live music, pumpkins on the bridge, and family activities build to a dramatic evening finale with fires lit on the river against the North Country autumn sky.
Annual, one Saturday in mid-October
Location & directions
Downtown Berlin and Androscoggin River, Berlin, NH 03570
Frequently asked questions
When is RiverFire Festival 2026?
RiverFire Festival takes place Oct 17, 2026 in Berlin, New Hampshire. Annual, one Saturday in mid-October
Where is RiverFire Festival held?
RiverFire Festival is held in Berlin, New Hampshire, at Downtown Berlin and Androscoggin River, Berlin, NH 03570.
What is RiverFire Festival?
Berlin's 20th annual fall celebration along the Androscoggin River in the city that trees built.
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