TrekFest

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UniqueRiverside
DatesDates TBA · Usually JuneCheck locally before booking
Duration3 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forUnusual spectacle, playful rulesRiverside claimed the fictional captain's
Language["en"]Currency: USD
CategoryUniqueFestival type
The story

TrekFest in Riverside

Riverside claimed the fictional captain's future birthplace in 1985 and built TrekFest into a durable small-town science-fiction celebration. A large parade, costume competition, guest programs, model displays, children's activities and fireworks join music and vendors across the festival weekend. The recurring practices—science-fiction themed parade, costume and model competitions, and fireworks and future-birthplace visits—tie the public program to the place and the people who sustain it.

Starfleet uniforms line an Iowa curb as a summer parade passes through the official future birthplace of Captain James T.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Riverside claimed the fictional captain's future birthplace in 1985 and built TrekFest into a durable small-town science-fiction celebration

02

The mystery stays covered

The joke became civic identity, supported by a marked birthplace, the Voyage Home History Center and decades of fan participation

03

The city starts moving

A large parade, costume competition, guest programs, model displays, children's activities and fireworks join music and vendors across the festival weekend

04

The water draws everyone in

That combination gives the gathering a character tied to this place and community, rather than a generic fair program that could be moved anywhere

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

science-fiction themed parade

Water and renewal

Living ritual

costume and model competitions

The sacred route

Living ritual

fireworks and future-birthplace visits

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually June

Getting around

Use the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.

What to wear

Costume fabric and makeup wilt fast in June heat, so plan for that if you are dressing up for the parade or competition. Choose shoes comfortable enough for standing around model displays...

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

Stay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

["en"] · USD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map33.95 N, 117.40 WOpen in Google Maps

Riverside, United States

TransportUse the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.
Stay areaStay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

Your Trip Starts Here

External travel services to turn the plan into a trip — each opens in a new tab.

How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Riverside via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Riverside, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for June.Compare faresFestival gearCostume fabric and makeup wilt fast in June heat, so plan for that if you are dressing up for the parade or competition. Choose shoes comfortable enough for standing around model displays and the history center for hours.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for United States and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is TrekFest?

TrekFest is listed for Past edition: 25–27 June 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does TrekFest take place?

The festival is listed in Riverside, United States. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

3 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Riverside, United States

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLtrekfest.org
Organizer accessAre you the organizer? Claim this listing →
SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually June
Source statusOfficial source linked
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