UTF River Fest 2026
RiverFest is United Through Fitness & Education's signature annual celebration of health, wellness, and community. Held each September along the beautiful Shreveport Riverfront, this two-day festival brings together families, businesses, healthcare providers, and community partners for fitness activities, educational experiences, live entertainment, and unforgettable memories.
Join us this year on September 25–26 as we celebrate a healthier, stronger Northwest Louisiana.
Welcome Social | Thursday, September 24
Kick off RiverFest with a special welcome reception as we honor our featured guests at the Red River Social Club, located beneath the Texas Street Bridge. Enjoy an evening of networking, entertainment, and celebration as we officially begin an unforgettable weekend.
Day One | Friday, September 25
RiverFest 2026 kicks off with an exciting day of celebration, community, and wellness on the Shreveport Riverfront. The festivities begin with a welcome ceremony featuring UTFE leadership, city officials, and a special performance by a local high school marching band. Throughout the day, guests can enjoy inspiring speakers, fitness demonstrations, step fitness, local vendors, a farmers market, media appearances, and live entertainment. The evening culminates with the highly anticipated 1K, 2K, and 5K Community Run/Walk, followed by the Sneaker Mixer on the Riverfront, a red carpet experience featuring special guests, networking, music, and an exclusive VIP Celebration at Celebrity Lounge.
Day Two | Saturday, September 26
Saturday brings a full day of energy, fitness, and entertainment as RiverFest 2026 continues along the Shreveport Riverfront. The morning begins with a sunrise yoga session and VIP celebrity workout, followed by a variety of community fitness activities, including cardio workouts, the 1K, 2K, and signature 5K races. Throughout the day, guests can explore the farmers market and vendor village, enjoy an exciting car show, participate in fitness challenges, and experience live interviews, music, dance, and interactive activities. The evening features performances by local artists, a live podcast, an exciting cypher, special guest appearances, and concludes with the exclusive United Through Fitness VIP Celebration at Celebrity Lounge.
Closing Celebration | Sunday, September 27
Close out RiverFest 2026 with an unforgettable day of fellowship, networking, and celebration. The afternoon begins with our Day Party Under the Bridge, where guests can enjoy music, entertainment, great food, and one final opportunity to connect with the RiverFest community in a relaxed atmosphere. The weekend concludes with the exclusive "Seven Figures & Beyond" Entrepreneurs Ball and Shamp's Birthday Celebration at Celebrity Lounge, bringing together business leaders, special guests, and community supporters for an evening celebrating entrepreneurship, leadership, and the continued growth of Northwest Louisiana.
RiverFest 2026 Schedule
September 25–28, 2026 | Shreveport Riverfront
Join us for four unforgettable days of fitness, entertainment, wellness, networking, and community celebration. Browse each day's schedule below and make plans to experience everything RiverFest has to offer.
Community Welcome & Networking
6:00 PM
Welcome ReceptionLocation: Red River Social Club (Under the Texas Street Bridge)
Kick off RiverFest weekend as we welcome our special guests, community partners, sponsors, and supporters for an evening of networking, music, and celebration.
Health • Community • Celebration
11:00 AM
Opening Ceremony-
Welcome from UTFE Leadership
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City Officials
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High School Marching Band
11:10 AM
Community Leaders & Sponsor Recognition1:00 PM
Lunch Break1:30 PM
Get Fit with Shamp TMT2:00 PM
Vendor Village & Farmers Market Open4:00 PM
Live Television & Radio Broadcasts4:30 PM
Step Fitness with Brittany Ann5:00 PM
Live DJ Experience5:30 PM
Community 1K • 2K • 5K Walk6:00 PM
Red Carpet Opens6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Sneaker Mixer on the Riverfront
Featuring Buddy Lee & Special Guests9:00 PM
VIP Celebration
Celebrity Lounge-
Fitness • Competition • Entertainment
6:00 AM
Sunrise Yoga7:15 AM
Farmers Market Opens8:00 AM
Community Cardio Workout9:00 AM
Festival Opens9:15 AM
Community Prayer9:20 AM
Festival Welcome & Daily Announcements9:30 AM
Music & Entertainment10:00 AM
1K Race10:45 AM
Car & Bike Showcase11:00 AM
2K Race11:30 AM
Battle of the Squats12:00 PM
Special Guest Interviews1:30 PM
Fitness Spotlight2:00 PM
Run While I DJ2:45 PM
Community Line Dance4:00 PM
Vendor Spotlight5:00 PM
5K Race5:45 PM
Live Performance6:00 PM
Band Showcase7:00 PM
Live Podcast Experience8:00 PM
The Cypher9:00 PM
Special Guest Appearances9:30 PM
VIP Celebration
Celebrity Lounge
Closing Celebration
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Day Party Under the Bridge-
Live Music
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Food
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Networking
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Community Celebration
8:00 PM Until
Seven Figures & Beyond Entrepreneurs Ball
Featuring Shamp Birthday Celebration
Hosted at Celebrity Lounge
Celebrate the close of RiverFest with business leaders, entrepreneurs, community partners, and special guests for an elegant evening of networking, inspiration, and celebration.
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