River Fest allows students and the TXST community to relax, participate in activities, and enjoy live music. River Fest includes multiple performances by various selected artists, attractions, and photo opportunities.
River Fest began in 2003 when Student Association for Campus Activities (SACA) decided to put together an event that would allow students to relax, play games, enjoy music, and have fun.
River Fest is one of SACA’s largest and final event of the semester, traditionally bringing in 3,000 to 4,000 people. A variety of artists have performed in River Fest’s past including: Bob Schneider, Gloriana and The Eli Young Band in 2007 and Shwayze in 2010. River Fest was cancelled in 2017 and Gaillardia Fest was introduced the same year.
In 2024, SACA and Student Involvement and Engagement partnered with the Student Government Association, Housing and Residential Life, and After Dark Entertainment to reintroduce River Fest to the Texas State Community.
Admission to River Fest is only for currently enrolled students at Texas State University.
Required to enter:
Password for Ticket Site: TXST
ENTRY:
Students may enter the festival starting at 3:00 PM.
RE-ENTRY:
Attendees are allowed to exit and re-enter until 9:00 PM with a stamp. Participants can obtain a stamp at the main exist to be used at re-entry. Information will be posted on sandwich boards at exit points.
NO RE-ENTRY AFTER 9:00 PM
All participants must sign a waiver before and in order to participate in attractions.
We highly encourage you to ride the TXST Bobcat shuttle or walk to avoid longer entry and exit lines.
Bobcat Shuttle will end shuttle service at 10:00 PM
For accommodations due to a disability, contact Student Involvement & Engagement (SI&E) at getinvolved@txstate.edu at least 72 hours prior to start of event.
ADA parking is available for attendees with a valid and visible Accessible Parking placard by permit or license plate.
ADA Parking is available at Parking Lot P8.
American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters will be available during the headliner performance.
Service animals are permitted throughout the event. Service animals must remain under the control of its owner at all times.
No emotional support animals, therapy animals, or companion animals are allowed.
Bobcat Stadium Parking Lots P8 and P9
Located at Charles Austin Drive and Aquarena Springs Drive. Parking is available to individuals with valid TXST color parking permits.
Visit: TXST Campus Map
Belongings are subject to search upon entry to Rive Fest. Limit the items brought into the event to expedite check-in.
There are no secure places to store personal items before or during the event. Small personal items such as phones and wallets must be carried in a pocket or a permitted bag.
See below for:
The goal of the TXST Clear Bag Policy is to improve safety and security. Clear bags allow security personnel to inspect their contents quickly and easily, which reduces the chance of prohibited items entering the event.
This initiative-taking measure is intended to enhance security inside and outside of Texas State University venues and speed up the security screening process for all in attendance. With clear bags, security staff will be able to check bags more quickly for prohibited items, which means shorter lines, fewer hassles, and more time in the venue for Bobcats to enjoy their event and have a greater sense of security.
Clear bag policies have been a growing trend among many colleges and national sports venues.
PERMITTED BAGS
Eurobungy
Air Brush Tattoos
Caricature Artists
The Corn Dog Company
Midnight Smokers BBQ
Tacos Al Carbon
Coca Cola
Monster Energy
Goldstar Kettle Corn
Lone Star Kettle Corn
Pingo del Mel Bakery
Sammy Snacks
KnD’s Boutique
Modern Era Threads
206ONE Skateboard Company
Thriftedfuego
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