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Riverfest

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Summer 2025

Fort Drum Family and MWR and AUSA offer a day on the river in Alexandria Bay, NY to Fort Drum Soldiers and Families at this annual event. Take a riverboat tour of the Thousand Islands with a stop at Heart Island for a tour of Boldt Castle, enjoy Family and MWR Carnival Games, a BBQ Lunch and more!

FAQ

Who is this open to? This event is open to all DoD ID Cardholders.

What are the hours of Riverfest? The event will be held in the Summer of 2025.

Is there an admission fee? Admission Fee is TBD.

Where can I purchase tickets? Tickets are available for purchase at FMWR Headquarters (Bldg. 10783, Chapel Drive), Magrath Sports Complex, Monti Physical Fitness Center and Outdoor Recreation. 

Where is the event located? Alexandria Bay, New York

Where can I park? Free parking is available at the Alexandria Bay Drive-In Theatre on State Rte. 26 and the Uncle Sam Boat Tours overflow parking lot at the corner of Walton St and Rte. 12 in Alexandria Bay, with shuttle service provided to and from the event in downtown Alexandria Bay throughout the event.

 

Boat Schedule

Departures schedule:         Return schedule:

     9 a.m.                                  1:30 p.m. 

     10:30 a.m.                           2:30 p.m.

     12:00 p.m.                           3:30 p.m.

     1:30 p.m.                              4:30 p.m.

Riverfest Map