RiverFare 2026

RiverFare 2026
Thursday, May 28, 2026
6:00 – 9:00 pm

Join the Connecticut River Museum for RiverFare 2026! RiverFare is the Museum’s largest fundraising event providing much needed support to help sustain the Museum’s efforts to lead in the study and preservation of the culture and natural heritage of the Connecticut River and its Valley. Event proceeds also help support new exhibits and educational programs.

Delight in an evening of delicious food, wines, cocktails, and a Silent Auction set on the Museum’s front lawn. In a picturesque setting on the banks of the Connecticut River, guests will enjoy delectable samples from local restaurants and caterers while bidding on a collection of stunning works of art in our Silent Auction. Guests may purchase River of Wine Raffle tickets for the chance to win a cart filled with bottles of wine while enjoying tastings from wineries and breweries of the Connecticut River Valley. A live jazz band will be performing throughout the night.

Ticket Prices:

River Ticket: $85
(Tax-deductibility: $65)

Tickets purchased at the door: $100
(Tax-deductibility: $80)

Patron Ticket: $175
(Tax-deductibility: $130)

River tickets include one complimentary drink voucher.

Patron Tickets include two complimentary drink vouchers, access to a private check-out line, and a commemorative keepsake.

A cash bar will be available (credit cards accepted).

Online ticketing sales have closed. Tickets are still available for purchase at the door on the day of the event, or by contacting Justin Rosenthal at 860-767-8269 ext. 113.

The Connecticut River Museum invites you to join us as a sponsor at RiverFare 2026. If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please visit the page below for more information on how to become a sponsor.

Become a Sponsor

If you have an idea for an auction item or would like to make a donation, please visit the page below for more information.

Contribute to the Auction

Enjoy delicious bites and fabulous beverages from:

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Ani’s Table
Craft & Catered
Essex Meadows
Mindy K’s
David Alan Hospitality
Fromage
The Griswold Inn
The Cheese Shop of Centerbrook
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Litchfield Distillery
SIP Wine Bar Old Saybrook