SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2026
HARRISON GOODELL
THE SPEED OF SOUND • STEPHANIE RYANN
NICK PRATO • NOAH RICHARDSON
Plus early performances from:
TWIN CITY THEATER ACADEMY • THE FLUKES
River Jam returns to Biddeford on Saturday, August 15th with an annual celebration of music and community. Groove to the beats while you enjoy fun family activities and more, all alongside the gorgeous Saco River at Mechanics Park in Downtown Biddeford!
Now in our 12th year, River Jam features all your favorites: kids’ activities, food trucks, vendors, family fun, beer & wine garden, and of course an amazing music lineup!
All events are free and open to the public! Mark your calendar — River Jam is sure to be the highlight of your summer!
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FRINGE FEST
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SPONSORS
THANK YOU to River Jam’s Sponsors and Partners!
River Jam is made possible through community support, and sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses and organizations looking to connect with attendees and showcase their brand. Learn more at heartofbiddeford.org/sponsorships.
Presenting Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Event Partners
Performance Schedule
- 12:00 PM
- Main Stage
The FLUKES
The FLUKES—aka the Fun-Loving Ukulele Society—serve up a joyful blend of ukulele favorites, community spirit, and family-friendly fun.
- 1:00 PM
- Main Stage
Twin City Theater Academy
The spotlight is on! Enjoy lively performances from the talented young actors of Twin City Theater Academy, where students from Saco and Biddeford come together to learn, create, and bring stories to life.
- 2:00 PM
- Main Stage
Noah Richardson
From heartfelt ballads to upbeat favorites, Noah Richardson blends catchy hooks and genuine storytelling into a performance that connects with audiences of all ages.
- 3:15 PM
- Main Stage
Nick Prato
Maine-born, Brooklyn-based artist Nick Prato brings soulful vocals, heartfelt storytelling, and a roots-driven blend of indie rock, folk, and Americana to the River Jam stage.
- 4:30 PM
- Main Stage
Stephanie Ryann
Get ready for a powerhouse country performance from Stephanie Ryann, whose bold vocals, genuine storytelling, and infectious stage presence have made her one of country music’s exciting new voices.
- 6:00 PM
- Main Stage
The Speed of Sound
The Speed of Sound brings together four accomplished Maine musicians for a melodic indie-rock experience filled with unforgettable hooks, rich harmonies, and timeless influences.
- 7:45 PM
- Main Stage
Harrison Goodell
Harrison Goodell is a rising indie-folk singer-songwriter from New Hampshire whose heartfelt storytelling and powerful live performances have earned comparisons to Noah Kahan and The Lumineers. With sold-out shows and opening slots for artists including Sara Bareilles, JP Saxe, and The Lone Bellow, Harrison is quickly becoming one of the Northeast's most exciting emerging artists.
Food & Drink
Food Trucks & Vendors
Come hungry! River Jam will feature a fantastic lineup of local food vendors offering something for every taste.
Enjoy empanadas from Empanada Club, fresh-squeezed lemonade from BK’s Fresh Squeezed, farm-to-table fare from Terra Firma, Cambodian-inspired street food from BiddoBanh, sushi from Mr. Tuna, hearty bowls from Bowlicious, vegetarian and vegan options from Fancy Plants, and Irish comfort food and fresh seafood specials from The Dunn Bar.
Sweetcream Dairy will be serving ice cream, Brickyard Hollow Brewing Co. will be delivering hot pizzas from their vendor booth, and La Kermesse will be bringing all your favorite fair-food classics.
Beer & Wine Garden
Join us in the Beer & Wine Garden for delicious libations from some of our favorite local brewers and purveyors, including Banded Brewing, Brickyard Hollow, Lucky Pigeon Brewing, and wines from Nibblesford Cheese Shop.
Drink tickets will be available for purchase with a valid ID. Please be prepared to show ID regardless of age.
Community Booths & Activities | 12:00-4:00 PM
From 12:00-4:00 PM, join our community partners for games, activities, giveaways, and plenty of family-friendly fun!
A Running Passion | Age Friendly Biddeford | Altrusa | Apex Youth Connection | Art Bus | Better Business Bureau | Biddeford Fire Department | Biddeford Youth Arts Scholarship Fund | Bike BS | Coastal Healthy Communities Coalition | Daughters of the American Revolution, Rebecca Emery Chapter | MaineHealth | Mrs. Face Facepainting | Oars of Hope | Restorative Justice Project Maine | Southern Maine Energy Navigator (SMPDC) | Sweetser | York County Head Start – YCCAC
Makers Market | 12:00-4:00 PM
From 12:00-4:00 PM, shop the River Jam Makers Market, featuring a curated selection of local vendors!
Addy Franklin Artwork | All Hearts Everything | Emma Alexander Designs | Friends Creative Jewelry | Harmonic Egg | Little Plover Studio | Luci’s Lather Lab | Mythical Bug Studios | Nunaa’s Kitchen | Nutty Professor 3D Printing | Riot Rug Co. | Stem & Vine | UNÉA
Frequently Asked Questions & Road Closure Info
Is everything free? The only things that require money are Food Trucks, the Beer & Wine Garden, and the Makers Market.
Will there be restrooms? YES! There will be several porta potties on site, including accessible units.
Can I bring chairs and/or blankets? YES! We encourage you to come prepared to make yourself comfortable for the day!
Will there be food & drink? YES! Food truck vendors will begin service at 12:00 PM.
Alcoholic beverages require ID and are only served in the Beer & Wine Garden. Please be prepared to show your ID at the entrance to the Beer & Wine Garden regardless of your age.
Is River Jam accessible? If you have a disability-related accommodation request or accessibility question, please contact us at office@heartofbiddeford.org. We’ll work with you to support your participation whenever possible.
🚧Road Closure: Sections of Water Street, Pierson’s Lane, and Sullivan Street will have temporary road closures during River Jam. View road closure details here.
Getting to River Jam
Get Directions to Mechanics Park
We encourage all festival attendees to help us reduce River Jam’s impact on the environment by considering greener modes of transportation, like biking or public transit. Bike riders can take advantage of our complimentary bike valet provided by Bike BS (see below for details). For those who will be carpooling or driving, please read below for parking information.
Bike Valet courtesy of Bike BS
Once again our friends at Bike BS will be offering River Jam attendees complimentary bike parking for the entirety of the event!
- FREE all-day bike parking.
- No need to bring a lock as someone will stay with bikes at all times.
- Want more info on Bike BS? Send an email to Patrick Conlon.
- Looking for other places to park your bike? Click here for the Biddeford Bike Racks Map!
Public Transportation with BSOOB Transit
- The Silver Line trolley is a free service that circulates throughout downtown Biddeford. Use the North Dam Mill stop, then cross the street to Mechanics Park for River Jam!
- All other Lines: Use either the North Dam Mill stop or the Saco Transportation Center stop. From the Saco Transportation Center, turn right onto Main Street, then cross the street at North Dam Mill to Mechanics Park!
- For real-time information and a trip planner, visit bsoobtransit.org.
On-Street Parking
- Parking on any street in Biddeford is free.
- Make sure to read all posted signage before parking as many streets in the downtown have two- or four-hour time limits.
- Time limits are doubled for all users who have a disability plaque.
- Parking on Main Street is prohibited from 1 a.m. to 6 a.m. daily.
- There are several free perpendicular 2-hour parking and 30-minute parking spaces in the Franklin Street area.
Public Parking Lots and Parking Garage
Public parking lots in the downtown, as well as the Pearl Street Parking Garage, are operated by Premium Parking. Hourly parking can be purchased from parking kiosks located in each lot, as well as via the Premium Parking app, TextPay® or CameraPay® . The cost to park in any of these lots or in the garage is $2 per hour. Parking permits are registered by license plate number.
- Visit www.premiumparking.com for more information.
- The Pearl Street Parking Garage (P4301) located at 15 Pearl Street is 0.6 miles (~10-minute walk) from Mechanics Park. From the garage, walk down Lincoln Street and turn left onto Main Street. Then walk 0.3. miles down Main Street until you reach Mechanics Park, located at the corner of Main and Water Streets.