TICKETS ON SALE NOW
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TICKETS ON SALE NOW ~
river retreat returns APRIL 3 - 6, 2025
Presented by Splice Records & Saint Arnold Brewing Company
KL Ranch Camp
New Braunfels, TX
Have you ever wanted to go back in time and relive the bygone eras of music; camp with your best friends; dress up in your best vintage & thrift store outfits; and float the Guadalupe River before everyone else in Texas? Then River Retreat is the music and camping adventure through the decades you're looking for to accomplish all these desires in one magical weekend!
River Retreat is a music & camping festival showcasing the music birthed from the 60's, 70's, 80's, AND 90's. With nightly costume pageants & contests, cleverly curated decorations, and live entertainment, River Retreat has all the nostalgia needed to enjoy the weekend camping alongside the pristine Guadalupe River. Your days will be filled with food and beverage and unforgettable moments with your friends and neighbors splashing about in the river listening to tunes from a different time. As the sun settles, we bust out the bingo, trivia, and live music and carry on into the late night hours.
Each year, we try to add some new elements to the festival and this year is no exception with a pair of gamechangers. In 2024, River Retreat saw the addition of music from the 1990's on Saturday. From Ace of Base to Jay Z, we blasted those classic jams up and down the river on Saturday. THIS YEAR, we’re adding Karaoke Night. More details on that to come soon. But yes, it’s happening.
GENERAL INFORMATION
WHERE IS RIVER RETREAT
Once again we are partnering with our favorite campgrounds, KL Ranch Camp On The River and Cliffside in New Braunfels, Texas. River Revival is a great escape from city life as it stretches over 10+ acres along the entire river front property. The campsite price varies based on campsite amenities, size and location on the grounds.
KL On The River - The campsite address is: 5455 River Rd, New Braunfels, TX 78132 (Check-in for On The River passes and sites are located at this address)
KL Cliffside - 5300 River Rd. New Braunfels TX 78132 (Check-in for Cliffside passes and sites are located at this address)
WHO ATTENDS RIVER RETREAT
River Retreat is a family friendly event (children 15 and under are free). If you choose to bring your child, we suggest you select a campsite in the On The River Tent Campsites or anywhere at Cliffside.
* You will be required to sign a personal responsibility waiver at check in.
WHEN IS RIVER RETREAT
4 Days and 3 Nights -Thursday, April 3 through Sunday, April 6
Gates Open at 1:00 pm on Thursday, April 3 (Every Pass and Reservation is for all four days; unless you buy a Single Day Pass)
Gates Open at 1:00 pm on Friday, April 4 and Saturday April 5 (You can check in on Thursday or Friday, but its the same price)
Check-in available until 10:00pm
Attendees can stay as late as 1:00pm on Sunday, April 6th
Two STAGES AND A RIVER
River Retreat showcases some of the best musical talent in the regions, spread across three stages and set along the banks of the beautiful Guadalupe River.
The Saint Arnold Brewing Company Stage on The Lawn: Live music, Blue Heron Yacht Club, Bingo, Trivia, Little Kitchen HTX, Vendors, Merch Booth, Lawn Games and tons of fun
Zen City Stage: Late night pop-ups, daytime chill & tunes
When you’re not jamming out, River Retreat offers an incredible array of outdoor activities like hiking, swimming, tubing, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding and fishing. The pristine waters of the river are calling your name!
RIVER RETREAT FOOD & BEVERAGE
River Retreat is an ALL-INCLUSIVE weekend, meaning that all meals and beverages are included with your ticket. However, we encourage you to bring your preferred snacks or drinks, and you’re free to cook your own food at your campsite.
RIVER RETREAT CHEFS - LITTLE KITCHEN HTX
River Retreat not only features super talented performers on stage but also in the kitchen! Jason and Becca Kerr of Little Kitchen HTX have spearheaded our all-inclusive Food Program since 2018. As Chef Kerr describes it himself, the River Retreat Food Program is "An outdoor culinary experience dripping with nostalgia, wielded in smoke and smothered in Americana for all ages, Little Kitchen HTX takes the spirit of the Texas River and revitalizes your soul with food cooked from the Heart!" While "Chef Kerr is known for his meat-centric, lowbrow-take on American comfort food", Little Kitchen HTX provides vegetarian and vegan options for brunch and dinner each day. Check out his 2016 appearance on the "Chopped" episode titled "A Bloody Battle in the Kitchen" wherein Jason Kerr advances to the final round, available on various streaming platforms.
EIGHT NEW ADDITIONS TO RIVER RETREAT FOR 2025
Improved Shuttle Service: we’ve added golf carts and a large yellow bus designated for Cliffside use only. The golf carts will be marked Cliffside and they are for Cliffside transportation only. The big yellow bus will be running most nearly all day and night long.
New Parking Policy: We will have very very limited parking at On The River because we are cutting off the road access from campsite 88 to 114. This means no parking spots or car access past campsite 88. You can buy the Sleeper/Parking Pass for On The River if you want to park at one of the designated parking spots at On The River.
Cliffside Entertainment and late Night Cave Concert.
More live Entertainment than 2024.
This year will feature Karaoke On The River.
Don't forget about Friday's Prom Night! Dress in Campground 70’s Prom Night attire! That sounds easy enough, right?
We have Tube Rental available in the ADD ONS Menu and at Merch on The Lawn where you can rent a tube for the weekend, hassle free!
To help reduce our environmental impact on the campgrounds and mother nature at large, we will no longer be serving any beverages in single use cups (plastic or otherwise). Reusable souvenir cups will be available for purchase at the Merch Booth. If you have your own reusable cup or canteen, we will serve you.
Get a musical preview here!
Tickets & Camping Information
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FOUR DAYS + THREE NIGHTS CAMPSITE: All campsite reservations are Thursday - Sunday and you can check in on Thursday from 1:00 PM until 10:00 PM; and at 1:00 PM until 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday. The event will be over around 1:00 PM Sunday. If you are bringing your own RV/Camper, please do not arrive after 5:00 PM.
SHUTTLE SERVICE: For those needing a ride to and from Cliffside, we've got you covered. With state of the art golf carts and *TWO *KL Cliffside buses, the River Revival Shuttle Service has pickup/drop off locations at On The River and Cliffside.
FOOD PROGRAM: The steady bounty of nourishment served at River Retreat is top notch and a key ingredient to our all-inclusive concept. Once again, we've partnered with Little Kitchen HTX to provide brunch, dinner, snacks and late night munchies throughout the weekend. Six meals included: Brunch (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) and Dinner (Thursday, Friday, Saturday). All meals are communal. Brunch is around 10:00 AM and dinner's around 6:00 PM. Even though your ticket is All-inclusive, all campers are welcome to bring their own food, snacks, beverages and supplies.
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT: Daytime bingo, trivia, and concerts on the Lawn at The Saint Arnold Brewing Stage and every night ends with an era based DJ providing a dance party. NO amplified music (drums and other percussion included) allowed past midnight on the grounds or at your site.
COSTUME CONTESTS & AWARDS: Every night we'll highlight some of the best dressed in the crowd. Saturday night, awards will be given out for the Best Dressed, Best Campsite, Scavenger Hunt Champion, River Couple of the Weekend, and of course, the "Prom King and Queen" will be crowned on Saturday!
CUSTOM WRISTBAND: Upon arrival and check-in, each attendee will receive a custom wristband granting access to food, river, music and more.
FOR THE ACTIVE: Hiking, tubing, canoeing, paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming, rope swings and fishing.
GROUP PACKAGE RESERVATIONS come with an allotment of up to 4 people camping on your campsite. Beverages included.
THE GIRLS/BOYS WANNA HAVE FUN PACKAGE: This package is designed for Bachelor or Bachelorette Parties, or for a group of friends that want to go BIG! It comes with x10 All-Inclusive Weekend Passes (you can add more), a provided pimped out RV rental for all 4 days (waiting on your site upon your arrival), a stocked fridge and much more. This is equivalent to the TEXAS TRIDENT package at River Revival. There is one for On The River and one package at Cliffside. Price vary by location.
VENDORS and THRIFT STORE: Offering a wide range of vendors, there's bound to be something that will catch your eye or to interact with such as clothing shops, thrift stores, bars and more...
RIVER RETREAT 2025 GROUP PACKAGES
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$4,050 On the River (only two available)
Beginning Tuesday, December 6th you can secure the party palace of the Guadalupe River with the Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Package! The sheer magnitude of this offering makes it our most comprehensive package available for River Retreat. The Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Package is the ideal way to experience River Retreat and is perfect for all marketing activations, small business retreats, large family vacations, bachelorette/bachelor parties or as a generous client gift. With the Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Package you will receive:
10 x General Admission Passes
10 x River Revival 2025 T Shirts
2 x On the River Parking Passes for your site
Prime Campsite Location
A Reserved Table on the Lawn (seats 6)
Glamping Experience Upgrade with a Premium RV/Camper (sleeps 8 to 10) with a stocked fridge and mountains of swag waiting for you
Special Concert on our new Cliffside Stage and more...
The campsite will have plenty of space for some of your groups or Add-ons to tent camp as well!
Splice the cost up between 10 people (hint hint)... (do the math)!!
The Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Package is the most platinum of premium packages River Retreat has ever offered, which is why there are only 2 packages available: one at On The River and one at Cliffside. We handpick these premium sites and the location for each side of the grounds where your RV/Camper (sleeps 8-10) will be waiting for your arrival and brimming with enough River Retreat swag for everyone. Not only do you get the be the envy of the campgrounds, but you'll sit front row at a private concert for your group to attend at a secret location. The Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Package comes with 10 General Admission Passes but you may add up to 8 additional people to your campsite. There will be plenty of premium camping real estate at your campsite for your entire party to camp comfortably or set up tents. Whether you're a business trying to make an impression or just a big group of friends splitting up cost of the coolest VIP experience on the Guadalupe, the Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Package has everything you need to maximize your good time.
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This section of On the River (Sites 59-68) is reserved for FAMILIES. Children 15 & under are free and are not included in your allotted passes.
All On the River Group Packages include FOUR General Admission Passes.
Small Camper (30 Amp Hookup), electricity & water - $1,100 (smaller campers only 12-16 feet)
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(Sites 69-101) - All On the River Group Packages include FOUR General Admission Passes.
30 Amp Hookup, with water - $1,250 (Sections 102-110 - These campsites are available withOUT water with 30 AMPs, and what were previously “Primitive,” now have Electricity: **Close to the waterfall, and near Zen City**)
50 Amp Hookup - $1,350
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All Cliffside Group Packages include FOUR General Admission Passes. An extra General Admission Pass may be added for $300
30 Amp Hookup NO water - $800 (smaller campers 12-16 feet max)
30 Amp Hookup with water - $900 (16-30 foot RV/Campers welcome)
50 Amp Hookup - $1,050 (32-40 foot RV/5THWheels/Campers are welcome)
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$650
Includes two General Admission Passes. Your On the River campsite includes electricity and water. Tent camping only.
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$600
Includes two General Admission passes. Your Cliffside campsite includes electricity but no water. Tent camping only.
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$1150
Yeah baby, it’s the Honeymoon Suite! Treat yourselves to a bit of luxury because, hell, you deserve it!
This package comes with:
2 General Admission Passes
A beautiful riverside bell tent set up for you prior to arrival so all you have to do is drop your stuff (located between 88-80 at KL On The River)
Electricity
USB plugs
Rug flooring
Two chairs
Two cots
RIVER RETREAT 2024 INDIVIDUAL PASSES
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$300
Includes ONE General Admission Pass and access to a campsite On the River. Tent camping only. All sites have access to electricity.
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$250
Includes ONE General Admission Pass and access to a campsite at Cliffside. Tent camping only. Primitive sites, with limited access to electricity
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Not planning to stay the night? A limited amount of Individual Day Passes are available for Friday and Saturday for $120 each.
Allows festival access from 11:30am - 11:30pm
ADD-ONS MENU
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$1,095
Rent a Camper/RV from us that will be waiting for you on your site for you at KL Ranch Camp On The River or Cliffside.
All campers come with beds (bedding not included), restroom, HEATER/AC, kitchen, fridge and they will accommodate the size of your guest from 4-7 people comfortably.
The campers will have very limited supplies and you will need to bring your own bedding, camping supplies, cleaning supplies etc.
The RV/Campers are very limited and they sell-out quickly.
For bigger Parties refer to the THE GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN PACKAGE.
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$1,495
This package is all about upgrading an upgrade!
This new addition to the menu has everything included in the Glamping Experience Upgrade (beds, restroom, HEATER/AC, kitchen, fridge, etc.) but includes a LARGER RV/camper that will accommodate 6-8 people comfortably, more rooms, more amenities, more supplies and more special river magic.
You will NOT need to bring your own bedding, but feel free to bring your camping supplies.
For even bigger Party Packages refer to the GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN PACKAGE.
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$35
River Retreat is offering a tube rental service at the Merch Booth. They will be available to rent onsite, but here is your opportunity to rent one ahead of the event. Rent yours in advance and pick it up when you arrive on the Lawn.
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$150
To park onsite at KL On The River we require you to have an On The River Parking Pass; otherwise there is plenty of free parking directly across the street.
Parking Pass NOT required for Cliffside.
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$195
Reserve the best seat in the house with this picnic table (seats 6) and umbrella upgrade.
Your reservation begins each night at 5:00 PM just in time for the live music at the Saint Arnold Brewing Stage.
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$400 (For Cliffside Only)
Are you one of the movers & shakers of Cliffside that can't wait for a shuttle or golf cart to pick you up because there are so many wonderful things to do at River Retreat and you don't want to miss a single moment?
We feel your pain and prescribe for you the Cliffside Concierge Service!
Hey look, we get it: there's a lot to do and you don't want to wait. Nor should you. The Cliffside Concierge Service assigns you to your own personal golf cart driver to come get you and take you to your desired destination, complete with scheduled pick-ups and drop offs.
The service also provides supplies delivery to your campsite from the Cliffside General Store. Need Ice? Beer? Sunscreen? Snacks? Just call the Concierge of Cliffside.
We also have some swag surprises and deliveries that comes with this Service.
Purchasing this Add-on covers your group of four people.
2025 RIVER RETREAT LINEUP
ANNOUNCED IN FEBRUARY
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Yes, you do not have to stay overnight. Your wristband allows you to leave the campgrounds and return. Please identify your wristband when you check back in at the box office.
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Yes, feel free to bring your own beverages and food. The event is All-Inclusive, but you can bring your own supplies.
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Yes, you can but, you must Reserve a campsite that has the proper plug for your camper/RV. Each site has different amenities so please read the descriptions.
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No, we do not allow generators on the campsite because of the noise pollution.
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Yes, but you must purchase an On The River Parking Pass if you are planning on staying at KL On The River and sleeping in your vehicle. At Cliffside you do not have to buy a parking pass regardless of whether or not you’re sleeping in your car.
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No, we no longer require everyone to check in at On The River. If you bought a site or a pass at Cliffside then you can check in at Cliffside. This is a new policy that will continue for the foreseeable future.
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No, but you may contact the event first and request permission; attendees who are older or have an issue walking will likely be granted permission. Please feel free to bring your bike (w/ lights) or an electric bike.
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Yes, there is. We have golf carts that are designed specifically for Cliffside pick up and drop off, and the campgrounds have van/shuttle pick up and drop off as well. Pick Up and Drop Off areas are clearly marked with signage on both campgrounds. Feel free to ask Bobby or Jennifer at Cliffside for a ride or updates on the shuttle.
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Yes, if there is no fire ban. Six out of eight years there has NOT been a fire ban.
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Yes. or you can rent one from us at the Merch booth for the entire weekend.
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Yes. CLICK HERE to sign up. Once approved, you will be sent a code to purchase a discounted ticket. Volunteers work 16-20 hours of light work over the weekend. Please note that if you are volunteering then we will account for your hours. If you do not fulfill your obligation, you will not be allowed to volunteer again.
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You may have noticed that some campsites are not available for certain packages. This is because Splice Records started a Campsite Deed Program in 2021 that allows River Revival attendees (after the Revival) to reserve their campsite for the following year's events. For a small fee, you can own the "deed" to your campsite, which means the campsite is all yours for both River Retreat and River Revival the next year. So if you really enjoy where you're camping this year at the Revival only, then consider buying the "deed" to the campsite so that it is all yours in 2024.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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The River Retreat Volunteer application is available here.
The River Retreat Volunteer Program allows us to offer a discounted general admission pass to the festival in exchange for working 16 hours with festival staff. All volunteer signups must be approved. Once approved volunteers will receive a promo code allowing them to purchase their discounted general admission pass. Volunteer signup ends March 29, 2024. Anyone who does not fulfill their 16 hours will be required to pay the full ticket price or asked to leave the festival and will not be allowed to volunteer for future Splice Records events.
Volunteer Camping is at On The River this year. Upon arrival at the festival, you will receive your Karma Krew T-shirt.
Krews available to work:
Merch Booth
Karma Karts (golf carts)
Karma Guides (Parking & Gates)
Kitchen Krew
Set up & Break down
Cliffside Concierge/Hospitality
For more information email us or to sign up for the Volunteer Program click here
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River Revival's parking policy is designed to enhance the overall festival experience for all by opening up the campgrounds while also providing another level of safety and security. Beginning at 5pm on Thursday at On The River, the dirt road stretching from site 88 all the way to 114 and Zen City, starting at the "Turnaround" (near the Restrooms) will be closed to cars and trucks. There is no parking available at On The River unless you purchase an On The River Parking Pass. Free Parking is available across the street (River Road) at Cliffside. You may purchase your parking pass in the Add-Ons portion of Checkout.
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There are NO refunds for this event; and please do not ask. As always if you purchase a ticket and cannot attend, you can transfer your reservation to a friend or family member. If we have to cancel this event for any reason, or postpone it for any reason we will offer everyone a 100% refund.
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This year we're handling all of the RV and Camper rentals and providing onsite maintenance (9am-9pm)! In the past we allowed attendees to rent RV's and campers from Third Party vendors that would deliver the RV/Camper to KL Campgrounds ahead of the attendee. For myriad reasons, this has become an untenable arrangement and this change should make the entire experience easier. If you would like to RENT an RV/Camper for the festival and have it delivered and waiting for you, You MUST NOW USE our Glamping Experience Upgrade. Please select either the Glamping Experience ADD ON or the new Super Duper Glamping Experience ADD ON.
This policy change DOES NOT affect those attendees:
Who own an RV/Camper and drive it onto the campgrounds themselves,
Who have rented and picked up an RV/Camper and drive it onto the campgrounds themselves.
If you are bringing your own RV/Motorhome please make sure you reserve a Group Package that has the proper 30/50 amp plugin options. Most RV sites have water but some do not and those sites are a bit smaller and cost less. All the RV sites have 30 Amp electrical plug-ins, most have water connections; 50 amp sites are also available but limited. Generators are not welcome unless given special permission. Please note that one can Reserve a 50 or 30 Amp RV site and choose not to bring or use an RV/Motorhome/Camper. You may simply pitch tents on the premium sites. Please read ALL descriptions.
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You are welcome to setup as many tents as are necessary to accommodate your party. Only one RV/Camper per campsite permitted. Attendees who plan to tent camp will do so just like a regular camping weekend at KL. GA Passes on the River or Cliffside will offer communal camping on shared sites, so pack lightly as it is shared space and campsites. All sites even if specified with 30 or 50 amps can be used for tent camping as well they just cost more due to upgraded amenities. And there is plenty of tent camping that can also be done at Cliffside and the price is right over there #ALWAYS #CLIFFSIDEISCOOLItem description