Friends of the Cheat's annual Fundraiser and Outreach event for river enthusiasts, families, musicians, and artists!
“Volunteering is the ultimate exercise in democracy. You vote in elections once a year, but when you volunteer, you vote every day about the kind of community you want to live in.” ~ Marjorie Moore Over 360 Cheat Fest volunteers exchange four hours of their time for free entry, free parking, free camping, and access […]
Here’s how it works: When you purchase a presale ticket for Cheat Fest here you will be entered into a raffle every two weeks. The earlier you purchase, the more chances you have to win the goods! We will pick each week from out entire pool of ticket holders, so purchasing now sets you up […]
How do you make having to wear four layers of clothing to stay warm and maneuvering through soft pools of oozing, brown mud into fun? Well, you call it Cheat Fest. You call it family. This 23rd year of the festival that celebrates the beloved river, the Cheat, is just past, and I, a […]
Did you ever wonder what we do with all the $$ love that funnels through the races? Let’s break it down. Follow the links to online registrations! Cheat Fest 5K – all proceeds from this race go to the Preston Rail-Trails Committee, a sub-committee of FOC that has been wheelin’ & dealin’ for nearly 15 […]
Feast your eyes on the 2017 Cheat Fest Artwork – by the wildly generous John Victor! For 8 years, Southern Ohio artist John Victor has been graciously donating his time and expertise to Friends of the Cheat by designing the Cheat Fest artwork. Peruse his website for a glimpse into his talents. This year, FOC will […]
The annual Cheat River Festival is Friends of the Cheat’s primary fundraiser, with a big focus on the FUN part! Cheat Fest brings together over 3,000 families, outdoor enthusiasts, environmental advocates, music fans, art aficionados, and volunteers on the banks of the Cheat River in celebration of the river we all love. Proceeds from Cheat […]
#FiestaFriday at the 2017 Cheat River Festival – Spend your Cinco de Mayo under the stars! The Friday Night music lineup is: Gates will open at 5:30 on Friday night. Music until 10:00. Come kick up some dust (or mud) with us. Get a first look at the Art Market or Silent Auction. We’ll have […]
We all do it. Make those lofty promises after the holidays, when our pants fit a little tighter…you know. Here’s some fuel for your fire – start pre-spring training for the 2017 Cheat Fest 5K! Register online anytime from now until April 28, 2017 at 11:59pm EDT When: May 6th, 2017 – 10:00am to Noon – “day […]
With 2017 just around the corner – it won’t be long until it’s time for the 23rd annual Cheat River Festival! Artist, Vendor, and Non-Profit registrations are now OPEN. Applications for Interested musicians are also live. Please read the details about each registration – some have changed this year. Spaces fill up quickly – so apply fast […]