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**Join us on Saturday July 4, 2026 for our 3rd Annual River Island Family Fest!**
This action-packed day is filled with fun for the whole family. Slide into excitement with our water slide & bounce house, engage in friendly competition with tug-of-war, rubber duck race, corn hole tournament and more!
As the sun sets enjoy our S'mores Bar followed by our Owl Call. Cap off the night with a dazzling fireworks display that lights up the night sky.
Escape the crowds at the beach and enjoy this EXCLUSIVE event that is limited to ONLY 200 guests. Don’t miss this unforgettable family experience at River Island Adventures.
**Admission Prices**
Adults & Youth: $10
Children ages 5 & under are free
**TIMELINE OF EVENTS**
- **2:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Water Slide & Bounce House**
Kids and adults can bounce, slip and slide all day to cool off from the hot sun!
Cost: Included in price of admission
- **2:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Paddle, Float or Ride to the Island**
Choose your mode of transportation to the island: inner tube, kayak or pontoon boat. Hop on and float, paddle or ride the half mile trip down to our private 48 acre island where you can can get off and explore the island, tour tour the Treehouse, grab a drink from our Island Tiki Bar or relax in a hammock before paddling or riding the pontoon boat back to our Outpost.
Cost: $15 per person per trip
- **2:00 pm - 8:00 pm: River Island Snack Shack**
We will be serving up snack and drinks all day!
- **2:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Sweet T's Food Truck**
Sweet T's Food Truck will be on-site serving Jamaican, Mexican and American dishes!
- **3:00 pm: Watermelon Eating Contest**
Signup early to compete in this fun and messy contest. The first person to eat their share of watermelon (no hands) wins!
Cost: Included in the price of admission
Prize: River Island T-shirt
- **1:00 pm: SURVIVOR Games**
Grab a partner and compete in exciting and fun challenges to see if you have what it takes to win SURVIVOR! Two hours of competition that is great for families, friends or work groups. Limited spots available so book on our website now to grab your spot!
Cost: $54/person (must book online in advance)
- **4:00 - whenever: Cornhole Tournament**
Grab your partner and let the bags fly for this double elimination tournament.
Cost: Included in the price of admission
Prize: River Island T-shirts, Stickers & more
- **5:00 pm: Red Solo Cup Games**
Grab a seat at one of our picnic tables and compete in these fun games using red solo cups.
Cost: Included in the price of admission
Prize: River Island T-shirts, Stickers & more
- **6:00 pm: Tug of War Tournament**
Families/Groups of 6 - 8 compete in an old school Tug of War competition for prizes. Divisions: Men, Women, Mixed, Kids
Cost: Included in the price of admission
Prize: River Island T-shirts, Stickers & more
- **7:00 pm: Rubber Duck Race**
Pick your lucky duck(s) and cheer them on as they race (float) down the Waccamaw River to the finish line.
Cost: $2 per duck
Prizes:
1st Place: $50 River Island Gift Certificate
2nd Place: River Island T-shirt
3rd Place: River Island Sticker
**7:30 pm: S'mores Bar & Owl Call**
Grab a s'mores kit and roast your marshmallow to a golden brown for that perfect backyard desert after a fun day at the river. We will do our Owl Call and watch as 2 - 3 Barred Owls come flying in to see say hello!
Cost: Included in the price of admission
- **8:00 pm: Fireworks**
Grab a seat in front of the stage area for a fireworks show lighting up the night sky high above the tranquil waters of the Waccamaw River.
Cost: Included in the price of admission
*schedule subject to change
Booking Notes
###Important Information
- feel free to bring a towel and a change of clothes if you would like to use our hot showers and/or changing rooms before the luau
- bring a bag chair to use at the various events around the property and for the luau
- our snack bar will be selling ice cold beer, sodas and delicious wine slushees all day.
