
Sunday, May 18th
A free celebration of the Brandywine River and the return of the American Shad
A Free Community Event
An annual celebration of the Brandywine River and return of the American Shad, presented by the Brandywine River Restoration Trust. Join us for a day of environmental advocacy, stewardship, fun and festivities.

Sunday, May 18 · 11am - 4pm
- Food & adult beverage vendors
- Sustainable arts & crafts vendors
- Fishing lessons & games for kids
- Face/body painting
- Music & fun
2024 Exhibitors
Vendors
A wide variety of local food, drink, arts and crafts vendors will be at ShadFest 2025. Support small business, enjoy browsing and have lunch in the beautiful surroundings of Brandywine Park!


Community Sponsorships Available
Increase your local brand recognition while helping educate children about the environment and the Brandywine River. Three easily-affordable sponsorship levels.


Volunteers Needed
ShadFest is made possible by a small army of volunteers who care about the environment. You can choose what you’d like to do, and when you can do it. Volunteer tasks include kid’s fishing lessons, arts and crafts instruction, and BRRT merchandise sales.