Russell Park
Russell Park features River Festival’s Main Stage, sponsored by the Harpur Centre, which will bring you top performances from a wide range of bands and musicians throughout the weekend. If having a dance and soaking up the festival atmosphere appeals to you, then Russell Park is the place to be.
The ever popular Craft & Gift marquee will now be found in Russell Park bringing in unique sellers from across the country.
New for this year will be the Back British Farming NFU Area, set up by the National Farmers’ Union, to give you an insight into food and farming in the local area. The area will feature tractors, crops, and other farm resources. It is an opportunity to talk to farmers, Young Farmers, Beds Police Rural Crime team and Shuttleworth College.
At the back of Russell Park you will also find a large picnic area, crazy golf course and the amazing play area which includes a section where all equipment is inclusive. The crazy golf and play area are permanent features open all year round, not just at the Festival.
There is also yet more entertainment for the kids, including giant inflatable slides and traditional fairground rides.
The Main Stage content has been selected by our partners at The Pad Presents and the local live music venue Esquires.
Schedule of Events
Schedule of Events
The 2024 River Festival will include countless river activities, eight live music and performance areas, the Sports Island, Family Island, Green Earth Village, the wonderful offerings of the Festival Market, Bedford Festival of Motoring, plus so much more!
Make sure you keep the 20th & 21st July 2024 free in your diaries so that you don’t miss out on any of the action.
If you can’t find what you’re looking for on this web site, please contact the Events Team at events@bedford.gov.uk to discuss how you can get involved.
Gallagher Developments is a strategic land promoter with experience dating back over 50 years and, as a master developer, has delivered thousands of homes, employment land, schools, and community facilities across Bedfordshire. Gallagher Developments continue to work to deliver sustainable communities across Bedford Borough in order to provide much needed homes and wider communities.
Sir Tony Gallagher, Chairman of Gallagher Developments said, “We are delighted to again sponsor and support the Bedford River Festival which we know brings joy to thousands of people. We hope everyone has a great time”.
