SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2026
Just as the nights are getting colder in New England, the City of Berlin will be warming things up with one of the best fall festivals around—RiverFire! Come to “the city that trees built” to catch a full day of fun, ending with some dramatic fires on the river.
RiverFire burns bigger and brighter every year, and this year there are some fun new activities for everyone. The gates of the Service Credit Union Heritage Park (942 Main Street, Berlin, NH) will open to activities and vendors for visitors of ALL ages.
Admission: $5 per person (children 5 & under free).
Hosted by Coos County Family Health Services with all proceeds going to Response, a Domestic & Sexual Violence Support Center.
Here’s a looks at our basic schedule for 2026! We are busy planning and preparing – stay tuned for updates!
9AM – Noon
Zombie Poker Run Registration
1PM – 5PM
RiverFire Fun Zone – Bounce Houses, Face Painting, Crafts – Log Cabin side of park
2PM – 5PM
Get ready for a wild experience in the RiverFire Kidz Zone! Wildlife Encounters Ecology & Experience will bring its amazing Ambassador Animals for a live, interactive and educational experience. Log Cabin side of park
2PM
RiverFire 5K Race – hosted by Coos County Family Health Services
2PM
Bosco Boys – North Country Natives Balancing, Juggling & Unicycling Talent – Amphitheatre
3PM – 8PM
Hayrides & Train Rides – Main Street
5PM
Bosco Boys – North Country Natives Balancing, Juggling & Unicycling Talent – Amphitheatre
5PM
Halloween Costume Parade – Lineup across the street from Brown School Apartments
DUSK
Spectacular Lighting of the Boompiers & Pumpkins on the Bridge
6PM – 9PM
Live Music by “Tricfecta Band”
At dusk, the Androscoggin River will be lit up with fires that appear to be floating on the water. The blazes will burn on the historic boom piers that dot the river.
Unleash your inner zombie! Don zombie duds, decorate your ATVs to fit the ghoulish theme and ride a designated course. Prizes are awarded for the top 3 best hands, the worst hand and best use of the theme. Registration is from 9am to noon at Service Credit Union Heritage Park.
Kids can enjoy tackling the Pumpkin Bounce, Jumpin’ Pumpkin, or Zombie Party Bounce Houses as well as getting their face painted! Open from 1-5pm. Fees apply.
The RiverFire 5K is hosted by Coos County Family Health Services with all proceeds going to Response, a Domestic & Sexual Violence Support Center. Your run/walk will begin at Service Credit Union Heritage Park. Registration begins at 12:30pm, race takes off at 2pm.
Trifecta Band will be heating up the stage at 6PM! Don't miss it! 6PM - 9PM
The Bosco Boys will have you clapping, cheering, and sitting on the edge of your seat! Watch these North Country natives perform a variety of balancing, juggling and unicycling stunts. Performances at 2pm & 5pm at Heritage Park Amphitheatre.
All Aboard! Take the entire family on a scenice train ride along Main Street and take in all the RiverFire vibes along the way!
NEW THIS YEAR AT RIVERFIRE! Get ready for a wild experience in the RiverFire Kidz Zone! From 2–5 PM, Wildlife Encounters will bring its amazing Ambassador Animals to RiverFire for a live, interactive and educational experience. This is no ordinary petting zoo! It’s a unique opportunity to see fascinating animals up close, ask questions and learn about the natural world from experienced educators.
Jericho AXEVentures is coming to join the fun! Try your hand or challenge your friends to see who has the best throw! On-site from 1-9pm.
Take a scenic family ride along Main Street in a hay wagon! Rides will take place from 3-8pm. Fees apply.
Kids are encouraged to dress in costume for the Halloween Costume Parade! Lineup at Brown School at 5pm.
Take a walk along the Riverwalk to the bridge and admire all the wonderfully carved pumpkins. Pumpkins will be illuminated at dusk.
Grab a bite and a cold one from local vendors.
PARKING LOT #1, South of 133 Pleasant St. Across from Gold House Pizza.
PARKING LOT #2, Surrounds 173 Pleasant St. Behind new Walgreens, access from Pleasant, Mason, & York St.
Bus pickup will be on the Pleasant Street side of the lots.
RiverFire is presented by Title Sponsor Service Credit Union along with many other community sponsors: A House to Home Realty, Badger Peabody & Smith Realty, Bank of NH, Berlin Main Street Program, Capone Iron, Caron Building & Rental Center, Chapman Recycling, Edward Jones, Eversource, Great North Woods Container, Jericho Adventures, Lighthouse Credit Union, Marshall Insurance, MOM’s, NUCAR, ReMax, Road Hawg BBQ & Swine Dining, Town & Country Inn and Resort, White Mountains Community College and Wintergreen Landscaping.