33 PERFORMANCES | 8 VENUES | JULY 18 & 19
2025 marks the 10th anniversary of David Shaw's Big River Get Down in Hamilton, Ohio, and we’re celebrating with our biggest lineup yet—expanding the festival across the city!
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Explore downtown Hamilton’s walkable venues, restaurants, and shops by day, then head to the newly renovated RiversEdge Amphitheater each evening for four unforgettable performances.
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Enjoy Hamilton’s D.O.R.A. district, where you can sip to-go beverages as you stroll between venues.
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With the exception of late-night sets at 513 Bar, all non-RiversEdge performances are free and open to the public.
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Expect nationally touring acts, top local talent, and bonus activities like movies, trivia, art shows, games, karaoke, and lunch specials throughout the festival.
BIG RIVER GET DOWN VENUES
VIP TICKETS
ALL MY FRIENDS | VIP | $175
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VIP ACCESS AT AMPHITHEATER ON FRI, JULY 18 & SAT, JULY 19
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ACCESS TO STAGE-SIDE VIP DECK & STAGE-FRONT VIP VIEWING AREA
*LAWN CHAIRS PERMITTED AS SPACE PERMITS - EXPECT TO STAND STAGE-FRONT
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VIP ONLY BEVERAGE STATION & BAR
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THREE (3) FOOD/DRINK VOUCHERS ON JULY 18 & JULY 19
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BIG RIVER GET DOWN '25 POSTER SIGNED BY DAVID SHAW
***VOUCHERS VALID AT AMPHITHEATER ONLY
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COMMEMORATIVE VIP CREDENTIAL BADGE
WISH I KNEW YOU | VIP | $250
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VIP ACCESS AT AMPHITHEATER ON FRI, JULY 18 & SAT, JULY 19
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MEET & GREET WITH DAVID SHAW
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BIG RIVER GET DOWN T-SHIRT
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BIG RIVER GET DOWN '25 POSTER SIGNED BY DAVID SHAW
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ACCESS TO STAGE-SIDE VIP DECK & STAGE-FRONT VIP VIEWING AREA
*LAWN CHAIRS PERMITTED AS SPACE PERMITS - EXPECT TO STAND STAGE-FRONT
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VIP ONLY BEVERAGE STATION & BAR AT AMPHITHEATER
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THREE (3) FOOD/DRINK VOUCHERS ON JULY 18 & JULY 19
***VOUCHERS VALID AT AMPHITHEATER ONLY
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COMMEMORATIVE VIP CREDENTIAL BADGE
OTHER SIDE OF PARADISE | $475
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VIP ACCESS AT AMPHITHEATER ON FRI, JULY 18 & SAT, JULY 19
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EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO BEST SEAT IN THE HOUSE VIP BOX
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FOOD & BEVERAGE CONCIERGE -- NEVER WAIT IN LINE
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EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO FOOD MENU FROM TANO BISTRO + CASUAL PINT -- IN ADDITION TO ON-SITE FOOD VENDORS. *ALCOHOL FROM OUTSIDE VENUE NOT PERMITTED.*
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ONLY PERMANENT SEATING + SHADE UMBRELLAS IN THE VENUE. LOCATED NEXT TO SOUND BOOTH. 10-PERSON LIMIT.
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ONE (1) MEAL PER DAY AT TANO BISTRO (ALCOHOL NOT INCLUDED)
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ACCESS TO STAGE-SIDE VIP DECK & STAGE-FRONT VIP VIEWING AREA
*LAWN CHAIRS PERMITTED AS SPACE PERMITS - EXPECT TO STAND STAGE-FRONT
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VIP ONLY BEVERAGE STATION & BAR
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THREE (3) FOOD/DRINK VOUCHERS EACH DAY
***VOUCHERS VALID AT AMPHITHEATER ONLY
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MEET & GREET WITH DAVID SHAW
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BIG RIVER GET DOWN POSTER SIGNED BY DAVID SHAW
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BIG RIVER GET DOWN T-SHIRT
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COMMEMORATIVE HOLOGRAPHIC VIP CREDENTIAL BADGE
2-DAY GEN ADMISSION PASS | $90
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GENERAL ADMISSION | FRI, JULY 18 & SAT, JULY 19
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DAVID SHAW + MAGGIE ROSE | FRI, JULY 18
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THE REVIVALISTS + ANDY FRASCO & THE U.N. | SAT, JULY 19
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RIVERSEDGE AMPHITHEATER | 116 DAYTON ST | HAMILTON, OH
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DOORS OPEN @ 6:30 | SHOW BEGINS @ 7:30
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CHILDREN 6 & UNDER - FREE GENERAL ADMISSION
*MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT AT ALL TIMES
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LAWN CHAIRS PERMITTED AS SPACE ALLOWS
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RE-ENTRY PERMITTED WITH PROPER IDENTIFICATION
SAT, JULY 19 | 1-DAY
GEN ADMISSION | $65
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GENERAL ADMISSION | SAT, JULY 19 ONLY
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THE REVIVALISTS + ANDY FRASCO & THE U.N.
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RIVERSEDGE AMPHITHEATER | 116 DAYTON ST | HAMILTON, OH
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DOORS OPEN @ 6:30 | SHOW BEGINS @ 7:30
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CHILDREN 6 & UNDER - FREE GENERAL ADMISSION
*MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT AT ALL TIMES
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LAWN CHAIRS PERMITTED AS SPACE ALLOWS
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RE-ENTRY PERMITTED WITH PROPER IDENTIFICATION
FRI, JULY 18 | 1-DAY
GEN ADMISSION | $39
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GENERAL ADMISSION | FRI, JULY 18 ONLY
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DAVID SHAW + MAGGIE ROSE
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RIVERSEDGE AMPHITHEATER | 116 DAYTON ST | HAMILTON, OH
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DOORS OPEN @ 6:30 | SHOW BEGINS @ 7:30
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CHILDREN 6 & UNDER - FREE GENERAL ADMISSION
*MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT AT ALL TIMES
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LAWN CHAIRS PERMITTED AS SPACE ALLOWS
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RE-ENTRY PERMITTED WITH PROPER IDENTIFICATION
INFO & FAQ
VENUE POLICIES
EVERYONE OVER THE AGE OF 6 MUST HAVE A TICKET FOR ENTRY. FREE ADMISSION FOR CHILDREN 6 AND UNDER, INCLUDING VIP AREA, HOWEVER CHILDREN WILL NOT BE ISSUED A SIGNED POSTER OR FOOD/DRINK VOUCHERS IN VIP AREA UNLESS THEY HAVE A VIP TICKET
RE-ENTRY TO VENUE ON DAYS-OF-SHOW PERMITTED. MUST HAVE APPROPRIATE WRISTBAND IDENTIFICATION FOR RE-ENTRY.
NO CARRY-IN BEVERAGES (INCLUDING DORA CUPS), COOLERS, OR BACKPACKS. EMPTY CONTAINERS UPON ENTRY PERMISSIBLE.
PURSES & LARGE BAGS SUBJECT TO SEARCH AT ANY TIME.
NO SUN UMBRELLAS OR LARGE CANOPIES THAT WILL OBSTRUCT THE VIEW OF OTHERS. BRING A PONCHO. UMBRELLAS FOR RAIN PERMISSIBLE, BUT IF IT'S RAINING, THERE LIKELY WON'T BE ARTISTS PERFORMING ON-STAGE.
NO PETS. SERVICE ANIMALS PERMISSIBLE WITH APPROPRIATE CREDENTIALS & VERIFICATION.
NO BICYCLES, SCOOTERS, SKATEBOARDS, OR PERSONAL TRANSPORT DEVICES (i.e. SEGWAYS & HOVERBOARDS)
NO VIDEO RECORDING OR FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY
NO SMOKING IN AMPHITHEATER BOWL. RIVERSEDGE AMPHITHEATER IS AN OUTDOOR VENUE. IF YOU'RE A SMOKER, RESPECT EVERYONE ELSE'S SPACE, DISTANCE YOURSELF FROM OTHERS AND THROW YOUR BUTTS IN A TRASH CAN. WE WANT EVERYONE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME, BUT PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE OF OTHERS AND HELP US KEEP THE VENUE CLEAN.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT TIME DO DOORS OPEN?
Doors at the amphitheater open at 6:30pm on July 18 & 19
WHAT DO VIP TICKETS INCLUDE?
VIP tickets include VIP access at the amphitheater, stage front and VIP deck access, VIP only bar and beverage station, and 3 food/beverage vouchers per day valid only at RiversEdge Amphitheater. More information on VIP tickets here. Single day VIP passes are not available.
DO I NEED TICKETS FOR THE SIDE STAGES?
With the exception of the late-night shows at 513 Bar, all side stages are free admission and do not require tickets for entry. All side stages are open to the public and admission is on a first come, first served basis. If you really want to see a performance on one of the side stages / alternate festival venues; we recommend arriving to that venue early.
WHAT IS THE VENUE LIKE?
Maybe we're biased, but we think RiversEdge Amphitheater is one of the best venues to watch a show in the greater Cincinnati area. It is a grass amphitheater bowl. There are no permanent/fixed seats in the entire venue. It's large enough to host rock concerts, but no so big that you'll have to watch the entire show on a video screen from a mile away. There's really not a bad vantage point in the entire venue.
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We're also debuting our new roof, expanded stage, and uprgraded production this year. We're excited for everyone to experience it.
All of our staff members are volunteers and ambassadors for the City of Hamilton...they're helping out with this event because they want to be here, they love live music and they love the City of Hamilton. They will be happy to help you with any questions you may have while you're here.
WILL THERE BE FOOD VENDORS?
Yes. Food vendors are located on the street immediately outside the amphitheater. This is why we allow re-entry to the venue with proper wristband identification.
WHAT IS THE REFUND POLICY?
Refunds will be issued up to fourteen (14) days before the event begins. Other refund requests addressed on a case-by-case basis. Big River Get Down is a rain or shine event.
ARE THERE BEVERAGES ON-SITE?
Yes. There will be a variety of beer, liquor, mixed drinks, soda, and bottled water. Prices vary on other beverages.
CAN I SET UP A TENT AND SELL MERCHANDISE?
NO. The only merchandise permitted to be sold at the event is festival-related merchandise and band merchandise. There are numerous small businesses in Hamilton. We encourage you to support our local merchants during your time in Hamilton.
IS RIVERSEDGE AMPHITHEATER ADA ACCESSIBLE?
YES. There is a flat concrete path surrounding the top of the amphitheater bowl. There are no stairs to traverse upon entry. There is also a flat concrete area at the top of the amphitheater bowl for wheelchair accessible viewing. The amphitheater bowl is grass and has a very gradual slope, which may be suitable for wheelchair access depending on individual circumstances. The stageside VIP DECK is also wheelchair accessible with no steps to traverse. The stagefront VIP viewing area will require special accommodations for wheelchair access, please contact us for additional details.
WHAT IS THE CAPACITY OF THE VENUE?
Amphitheater capacity is 3,000 people. Capacity of the VIP area is 250 people.
WHERE CAN I PARK?
RiversEdge Amphitheater does not have a dedicated parking lot. There is on-street parking surrounding the amphitheater -- PLEASE ADHERE TO POSTED PARKING RULES. There is a parking garage located approximately one block from the amphitheater. The entrance to the parking garage is located at 113 North 2nd Street, Hamilton, OH 45011. There is another parking garage located approximately three blocks from the amphitheater. The entrance to this garage is located near 311 Court Street, Hamilton, OH 45011.
CAN I BRING A LAWN CHAIR?
Yes, as space permits. Please be advised that if/when the amphitheater reaches capacity, there may not be space available for lawn chairs...especially as the event moves later into the evening. If/When the amphitheater becomes more crowded, we recommend moving lawn chairs towards the top of the amphitheater bowl as the area nearest to the stage will likely be filled with people who are standing making it difficult for seated viewing. Please be considerate, we want everyone to have a good time, but this is a rock concert, so expect people to stand and dance. As a reminder, we do allow re-entry to the venue, so you can always take your lawn chair to the car...there are 30 minutes between each of the band performances.
WHERE CAN I STAY? WHAT HOTELS ARE AVAILABLE?
WHAT IS DORA?
DORA is Hamilton's Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area. This is a special district that permits open containers outdoors / outside of bars and restaurants. You can go to one of the local establishments and purchase a to-go drink and walk around town (within the posted boundaries). All outdoor beverages must be in the approved DORA cup, which you can purchase from participating establishments. We encourage you to take a walk around town, but DORA CUPS/DRINKS ARE NOT PERMITTED INSIDE RIVERSEDGE AMPHITHEATER. If you try to enter the amphitheater with a DORA drink, our staff will ask you to finish it prior to entering or dump it out / throw it away.
I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS. HELP?
EAT - DRINK - SHOP
DORA is Hamilton's Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area. This is a special district that permits open containers outdoors / outside of bars and restaurants. You can go to one of the local establishments and purchase a to-go drink and walk around town (within the posted boundaries). All outdoor beverages must be in the approved DORA cup, which you can purchase from participating establishments. We encourage you to take a walk around town, but DORA CUPS/DRINKS ARE NOT PERMITTED INSIDE RIVERSEDGE AMPHITHEATER. If you try to enter the amphitheater with a DORA drink, our staff will ask you to finish it prior to entering or dump it out / throw it away.
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