Saturday, August 23 | 4–10 PM | Sen. Thomas Norton City Pier
Free admission | Live music, food trucks, art, and family fu
Get ready, Fall River — one of the city’s most beloved summer traditions is back! The Take Me to the River Festival returns to the Sen. Thomas Norton City Pier on Saturday, August 23, bringing an unforgettable evening of music, culture, food, and community right to our stunning waterfront.
Presented by the Narrows Center for the Arts and Mechanics Cooperative Bank, this free, family-friendly event promises high-energy performances, delicious local food, and the perfect end-of-summer vibes.
A Music Lineup You Won’t Want to Miss
This year’s festival features a powerhouse lineup of performers who’ve sold out shows at the Narrows — now they’re bringing their sound to the big waterfront stage:
- 4:20 – 5:30 PM: Eddie 9V – Bluesy, soulful, and full of groove
- 6:00 – 7:30 PM: Ruthie Foster Band – Grammy Award-winning vocalist and powerhouse performer
- 8:00 – 10:00 PM: Ryan Montbleau Band – Fan-favorite singer-songwriter with an infectious live show
Eat, Drink, and Savor Local Flavor
Come hungry! The pier will be lined with food trucks offering everything from melty grilled cheese to sweet cupcakes:
- Fancheezical
- BBQ Y Mas
- Bun Buds
- Duke’s Chicken ‘n’ Waffles
- The Book n’ Brew
- Pit Stop
- What’s Up Cupcake
Pair your bites with a cold craft beer from Canned Heat Craft Beer Co. or sip on something refreshing from Party with Primo.
Bring Your Seat, Pick Your Spot
Pack a blanket or lawn chair and settle in for an evening of music by the water. The backdrop? Sweeping views of the Taunton River as the sun sets over Fall River.
Getting Here is Easy — Park, Trolley, or Dock Your Boat
Parking is available at:
- Narrows Center lots (16 Anawan St.)
- 81 Ferry St. lot (paid)
- Fall River MBTA station lot (paid) — just a 5-minute walk to the pier
Free trolley service will run from designated lots to the pier throughout the event. Boaters are also welcome to dock right at the city pier and join the festivities.
More Than Music — A Celebration of Fall River
Last year’s Take Me to the River Festival welcomed nearly 1,000 people — with guests from all six New England states! This event shines a spotlight on Fall River’s vibrant arts and culture scene and invites visitors from near and far to experience our city’s charm.
“This is a great way to showcase the Fall River waterfront,” says Narrows Executive Director Patrick Norton. “It’s a high-quality, community-focused event — the kind of thing that makes people fall in love with this city.”
This event is supported by: Mechanics Cooperative Bank (Presenting Sponsor), BayCoast Bank, Aura Cannabis Co., Sen. Michael Rodrigues, Eastern Bank, Viva Fall River, Fall River Cultural Council, Fall River Arts and Culture Coalition, and BankFive.
📅 Mark your calendars for August 23 and get ready to dance, eat, and celebrate on the Fall River waterfront.
Learn more at: narrowscenter.org