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Burlington River Days 2026

12,000+

Attendees 2025

3 Nights

Of Live Music

2 Stages

On The Riverfront

1 Boat

To Giveaway

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What's Happening

Three days of music, competition, and riverfront fun.
Concerts For Conservation

Concerts For Conservation

Three Nights. Two Stages. The Biggest Riverfront Music Event of the Year.
Presented By Menke & Co
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BBQ Competition

BBQ Competition

Smoke on the water. Fire in the grill. Sauce on the cheeks (and probably on the shirt, too).
Presented By Billy Sims BBQ
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Boat Parade

Boat Parade

Decorate your boat. Fly a flag. Load up your crew. Keep it simple or go all out—either way, you’ll fit right in.
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Boat Load of Prizes

Boat Load of Prizes

You could win a brand new Bentley Legacy 20 Pontoon Boat with 60HP Mercury outboard! Plus a whole boatload of additional prizes from our event partners.
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River Days Olympics

River Days Olympics

Friendly competition in things like casting and target shooting. Family fun. Endless bragging rights.
Presented By Great River Health Systems
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Carnival

Carnival

The river looks amazing from the top of the Ferris wheel!
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Concerts For Conservation

Concerts For Conservation

Three Nights. Two Stages. The Biggest Riverfront Music Event of the Year.
Presented By Menke & Co
Click Here
BBQ Competition

BBQ Competition

Smoke on the water. Fire in the grill. Sauce on the cheeks (and probably on the shirt, too).
Presented By Billy Sims BBQ
Click Here
Boat Parade

Boat Parade

Decorate your boat. Fly a flag. Load up your crew. Keep it simple or go all out—either way, you’ll fit right in.
Click Here
River Days Olympics

River Days Olympics

Friendly competition in things like casting and target shooting. Family fun. Endless bragging rights.
Presented By Great River Health Systems
Click Here
Carnival

Carnival

The river looks amazing from the top of the Ferris wheel!
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Your All-Access Pass - $50

VIP Sandbar · drink ticket nightly · giveaway entry · BBQ & Olympics access

See What You’re Getting Yourself Into

The inaugural Burlington River Days event last summer far exceeded expectations bringing over 12,000 people to Burlington’s riverfront over the course of three days. 2026 promises to be even bigger and better!
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GOT QUESTIONS?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the concert open to the public?
Yep. All three nights of Concerts for Conservation are open to the public. Just show up with a lawn chair and enjoy the music.
What does the All-Access Pass include?
For $50 you get VIP Sandbar access for every show, a free drink ticket each night, entry into the Boatload of Prizes giveaway, BBQ tasting, and River Days Olympics access. It’s $100+ worth of stuff for half the price.
Where is the event?
Everything happens on the Burlington riverfront along Front Street in downtown Burlington, Iowa. Look for the stages, tents, and the unmistakable smell of BBQ.
Is there parking?
Yes. Free street parking and lots are available throughout downtown Burlington. Arrive early on Saturday for the best spots.
Can I bring my kids?
Absolutely. River Days is a family-friendly event. The carnival, Olympics, and concerts are all designed for all ages. Kids under 12 don’t need an All-Access Pass.
Can I bring a cooler or outside food?
Outside food and coolers are not permitted in the festival grounds. There will be plenty of food vendors and bars on-site to keep you fed and hydrated all weekend.
How do I enter the boat giveaway?
You can buy a $20 standalone giveaway entry, or every $50 All-Access Pass includes one entry automatically. The drawing happens Saturday night. No purchase necessary — see official rules for details.
Where does the money go?
All proceeds support the Partners for Conservation Foundation, funding local parks, conservation efforts, and riverfront development in the Burlington area.
June 11th-13th
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