The 15th annual Riverfest offers fun for the entire family, southern music and lip-smacking barbeque with a new raft race kicking the fun up a notch for 2009. Sponsored by the Decatur Jaycees, this year’s event is set for September 18-19 at Ingalls Harbor.
The Decatur Jaycees have partnered with the Morgan County Rescue Squad to offer a Raft Race for canoes and kayaks with winners receiving $500 in cash and prizes. The race is set for Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Riverwalk Marina and ending at Ingalls Harbor. For an entry form or more information, call 256.341.0301.
Live music kicks off on Friday at 4 p.m. with performances by Dusty & Dusty, Mike Roberts, Blackeyed Susan, Rearview Ghost, and Lynum. Music returns to the stage on Saturday beginning at 3 p.m. with Trinity Mountain Boys, Kosmic Mama, Black Label, Eyes Around, and Bishop Black scheduled to perform.
All former Decatur Jaycees are invited to an evening of fellowship with current members. The “Roosters and Hens” reunion party is scheduled for Thursday, September 17 at approximately 6 p.m. at Ingalls Harbor. Catering will be provided by Swamp John’s.
Competing for prize money and trophies totaling $20,000, the BBQ cook-off is open to professional and amateur teams. To download an entry form, visit www.decaturjaycees.com. Registration deadline is September 16. Riverfest is recognized by the State of Alabama as an official State Barbeque Championship competition and is sanctioned by, and conducted under, the rules of the Kansas City Barbeque Society.
Along with the live music, raft race, and BBQ cook-off, there will be food vendors and a children's area with inflatables.
Ingalls Harbor is located on the banks of the Tennessee River at 701 Market Street Northwest in Decatur. Gates open on Friday at noon and Saturday at 10 a.m. Admission is free on Friday to 4p.m. and Saturday to 3 p.m. After 4 p.m. on Friday and 3 p.m. on Saturday, admission is $10 per person and free for children under 10 years old. Weekend passes may be purchased for $15 per person. All proceeds benefit local charities in Decatur and Morgan County.
For more information on Riverfest, visit www.decaturjaycees.com.
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