Winterfest
December 1–3, 2023
Winterfest is the rebranded, signature fundraising event for Riverside Theatre’s educational programs, formerly known as Festival of Trees.
Considered Vero Beach’s premier holiday event, this festival transforms Riverside’s campus into a holiday wonderland filled with beautifully decorated trees, centerpieces, wreaths, vendor booths, arts and crafts, live performances, Santa’s Village, and even an “ice” skating rink!
Admission
General Admission: $15
Ages 4 – 12: $10
Ages 3 and under: Free
Ticket Bundles:
Comedy Zone + Winterfest (one day) Bundle: $40
Gala + Winterfest (all days) Bundle: $100
Tickets will also be available to purchase at the festival entrance.
Experience the fun under the sea.
Weekend Schedule:
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5:30 pm - Live Music by Switch (LOOP STAGE)
6:00 pm - Comedy Performance (WAXLAX STAGE)
7:30 pm - Finding Nemo JR. Performance (STARK STAGE )
8:00 pm - Comedy Performance (WAXLAX STAGE)
9:00 pm - Festival Closes
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10:00 am - Boys & Girls Club & Youth Guidance Performance (LOOP STAGE)
11:00 am - Finding Nemo JR. Performance (STARK STAGE)
12:00 pm - GYAC Lion King JR. Performance (WAXLAX STAGE)
1:00 pm - James and the Giant Peach JR. (LOOP STAGE)
2:00 pm - Finding Nemo JR. Performance (STARK STAGE)
3:00 pm - Music Angels Performance (LOOP STAGE)
4:00 pm - Aladdin KIDS Performance (WAXLAX STAGE)
5:00 pm - Live Music by Johnny Nicks Band (LOOP STAGE)
6:00 pm - Comedy Performance (WAXLAX STAGE)
7:30 pm - Finding Nemo JR. Performance (STARK STAGE)
8:00 pm - Comedy Performance (WAXLAX STAGE)
9:00 pm - Festival Closes
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10:00 am - Boys & Girls Club & Youth Guidance Performance (LOOP STAGE )
11:00 am -Finding Nemo JR. Performance (STARK STAGE)
12:00 pm - Dance Performance (WAXLAX STAGE)
1:00 pm - James and the Giant Peach JR. (LOOP STAGE)
2:00 pm - Finding Nemo JR. Performance (STARK STAGE)
3:00 pm - Citrus Stingers Performance (LOOP STAGE)
4:00 pm Festival Closes
Disney's Finding Nemo JR.
DECEMBER 1-3 ON THE STARK STAGE
60-Minute Version
Fully staged production performed by our theatre education students.
Disney’s Aladdin KIDS
DECEMBER 2 ON THE WAXLAX STAGE
30-Minute Version
Staged concert production performed by our theatre education students.
Disney's The Lion King JR.
DECEMBER 2 ON THE WAXLAX STAGE
60-Minute Version
Staged concert production performed by Gifford Youth Achievement Center students. VIEW PHOTOS
Meet Santa
Children and visitors are invited to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus and take a picture with them.
“Ice” Skating for Kids
Bring socks to skate!
Kids Activities
Face painting, Crafts, gymnastics obstacle course, and more.
Silent Auction
Bid on decorated trees, and wreaths.
Vendors
Visit our vendors for sweet treats and festive finds.
Come Hungry!
Candy Cane Café
Enjoy hotdogs, burgers, chicken, seafood, salads, soft pretzels, freshly baked cookies, ice cream, plus two full bars with drink specials.
Help make the festival a swimming success!
There are several opportunities to be part of the family fun, excitement, and magic of Winterfest.
Explore your options below.
Festival Preview Gala
Thursday, November 30, 6-9PM
This one-night-only preview includes the premiere of Finding Nemo JR. on the Stark Stage, live entertainment on the Waxlax Stage, a first look at The Festival Forest, an open bar, appetizers, and more! View and share the invitation.
TICKETS: $100 per person
Live Music
Friday & Saturday, December 1 & 2
5:30-9PM
(Included with Winterfest General Admission.)
Holiday outdoor family rock and pop dance party at night!
Friday, December 1: Switch
Saturday, December 2: Johnny Nicks Band
Stand-up Comedy
Friday & Saturday, December 1 & 2
Winterfest + Comedy Zone Bundle $40. (Recommended for 18+)
Headliner JIM HOLDER’s comedy is sometimes silly and hard-hitting, often spontaneous and interactive, but always funny. Feature act BILL”BULL” OHSE delivers a unique brand of comedy that produces huge results and always leaves the audience wanting more.
Select date and showtime below.
Friday, December 1: 6:00PM | 8:00PM
Saturday, December 2: 6:00PM | 8:00PM
THANK YOU TO OUR 2023 WINTERFEST SPONSORS
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Sponsors
Media Sponsors
Community Partners
2023 collectible Garden Club of Indian River ornaments are available for $25 in the Orchid Lobby during Milion Dollar Quartet and Winterfest. (While supplies last.)
Schedule & entertainment subject to change without notice.