Revels RiverSing: Two Dragons Dancing
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| Dates: | Saturday, September 20, 2025 - Saturday, September 20, 2025 |
| Hours: | Hours Vary see below |
| Ages: | Infants, Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Outdoor |
| Cost: | Free see below |
| Category: | Music & Concerts |
Revels RiverSing 2025 will be a celebration of the Fall Equinox – when Day and Night are in perfect balance. Families are invited to bring a picnic to the riverbank on the Cambridge side of the Weeks Footbridge, or gather at Winthrop Park in Harvard Square; at both sites, there will be family activities, including Morris Dancing, Honk Band music, face painting, and a balloon artist.
At sunset of the autumnal equinox on September 20th, when daytime and nighttime are equal, Revels celebrates Revels RiverSing – Two Dragons Dancing.
This year we return to the banks of the Charles River in Cambridge where NIGEL the NIGHT DRAGON and DESMOND the DAY DRAGON will meet on the footbridge over the river to lead everybody over the bridge in the Equinox Waltz.
David Coffin will lead the singing in this family-friendly event, alongside performances by incredible musicians, Morris dance teams, activist street bands, and choirs.
We might even see a spectacular sunset over the river! Raise your voices, get on your feet, and join us in celebrating the changing seasons.
Festivities will commence by the John W. Weeks Footbridge in Harvard Square beginning at 5:00 PM.
Event Schedule
5:00pm
At Winthrop Park – Gather together to march in the Revels RiverSing Puppet Processional! While we prepare to march, enjoy beautiful face painting, snacks from local restaurants, and music from the Good Trouble Brass Band and Wheelwright’s One Man Band.
At the Weeks Footbridge – Bring along a picnic and set up alongside the Charles River while we await the Puppet Parade! Watch incredible Morris dancing from Muddy River Morris, or get a special souvenir from our amazing balloon artist.
5:40pm
The Puppet Processional leaves Winthrop Park and travels to the Weeks Footbridge, led by Puppeteers’ Cooperative, Good Trouble Brass Band, and YOU! Join the fun in puppet costume or march along in street clothes as we spread joy through Harvard Square.
6:00pm
Performances and singalongs begin at the Weeks Footbridge, featuring David Coffin, Elijah Bokin, the Revels RiverSing Chorus, Good Trouble Brass Band, puppets from the Puppeteers’ Collective, and the Revels Dragons, Desmond the Day Dragon and Nigel the Night Dragon. Plus, a special performance by vocalist Jireh Calo accompanying dancer Isaura Oliveira as Oshun, our larger-than-life Yoruba River Goddess!
7:00pm
As the sun sets, Stan Strickland and his saxophone float down the Charles River on our Equinox boat, replacing the sun with the moon. With this special ritual, we welcome in the fall and the coming of the Shortest Day as we celebrate along the river.
Find more September Events in Boston in our guide to more Fall fun for families.
| HOURS | ↑ top |
5:00 PM – 7:15 PM
In case of rain, Revels RiverSing will take place on Sunday, September 21st.
| COST | ↑ top |
FREE | This is a general admission event – no tickets required! ($5 Suggested Donation)
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
www.revels.org/shows-events/riversing/
| LOCATION | ↑ top |
John W. Weeks Footbridge in Harvard Square , Cambridge, MA map
Phone: 617-972-8300
John W. Weeks Footbridge in Harvard Square
| TIPS | ↑ top |
- Bring a picnic (and a flashlight) and enjoy the night on the banks of the Charles.
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