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Riverbank to run Cheese & Wine festival Oct. 12; department outlines vendors, 21+ evening area
Summary
Parks staff told the advisory committee they will oversee the Cheese & Wine festival on Oct. 12, 2024, as a single‑day downtown event with vendors, live entertainment, a kids’ corner and an evening 21+ 'sip and stroll' to generate revenue.
Riverbank’s parks staff told the advisory committee that this year the department will manage the Cheese & Wine festival and described the event layout and new elements.
The director said the festival will be held Oct. 12, 2024, downtown on 2nd Street extending toward the community center, and will feature food vendors, a car show, live entertainment and wine‑tasting sessions; the day will be family friendly and the evening will be restricted to those 21 and older for a 'sip and stroll' area intended to raise revenue.
Staff also reported Food Truck Fridays at the sports complex drew roughly 18–20 vendors and strong attendance; staff said they are reluctant to extend the monthly run to preserve novelty. The department plans a Riverbank Market partnership downtown beginning after Independence Day; staff said the city will provide permitting support and brand the event as 'Riverbank Market' while a community partner manages day‑to‑day operations.
Staff invited committee support on planning and vendor outreach and said sponsorships and volunteer partners could play substantial roles in delivering the events.
