RETURN TO RIVERSIDE MUSIC FESTIVAL
August 1, 2026
Potlatch, Idaho
www.returntoriverside.org
FAQ
RETURN TO RIVERSIDE IS AN ALL AGES EVENT
GETTING TO POTLATCH, IDAHO
From the West, Highway 95 meets Highway 6 at the Potlatch Junction. Town is another mile from there. As you drive through town, you will come to a corner on main street. On the right side of that corner sits the WI&M Depot at 185 Sixth Street, Potlatch, Idaho. We will have handicapped parking as well as parking reserved for our event sponsors. If you are a regular Joe coming to the festival, we advise parking along either side of Old Mill Road, which passes by the Depot. As you pass by, drop off your people and then enjoy the walk through the old Potlatch Lumber Company Mill site.
Potlatch, Idaho is a small town. You can walk from one side to the other in a manner of minutes. You will have the option to drop off people at the WI&M Depot. Handicap parking will be marked. Some parking will be marked but we recommend you park and walk. Please don't block driveways.
WHEN TO ARRIVE
Gates open at noon. You can find a place to set up your chairs, tour the Depot, enjoy the displays and traveling history exhibits, eat lunch, shop or just park yourself by the railroad tracks and pretend it's 1906!
WHEN TO LEAVE
We remind all pedestrians and drivers to be considerate of those who have yet to reach their destinations and may be sharing the street space with you. Please leave the event cautiously. Flashlights or phone lighting apps are encouraged!
Be sure to bring your designated driver if you plan to drink.
EMT/EMERGENCY SERVICES
The Potlatch Ambulance and Fire is located right up the street.
ENTRY, WRISTBANDS & SECURITY
There is only one Entrance Gate where wristbands will be put on each person entering. If you have pre-purchased a wristband, go ahead and put it on before you get to the gate.
NO COOLERS ALLOWED.
NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL.
BEER & WINE
Only those age 21+ with legal photo ID's will be given a wristband for alcohol consumption.
PLEASE BRING YOUR ID.
THESE ITEMS ARE ALLOWED
Please bring your favorite chair, blanket, camping rug and portable canopy. We do provide limited bleacher seating. Service Animals admittance must be requested one month in advance. DO NOT bring animals to the event. Do not leave your animals in your vehicle. Telling our volunteers things like "thank you" is always appreciated!
THESE ITEMS ARE NOT ALLOWED
No firearms or weapons. No pets. No outside alcohol. No smoking. No one but ID-carrying staff and musicians are allowed backstage. Also, no cranky people!