An Evening Celebrating the Mississippi River

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You're invited to An Evening Celebrating the Mississippi River: Take Me to the River, on September 24, 2026. After two years away, the Big River's biggest night returns, and we want you there to make it the best one yet!

Celebrate the river that connects us all! From the Twin Cities to the Gulf, the Mississippi River shapes our stories, our environment, and our future. Join fellow river lovers for an evening filled with inspiration, community, and plenty of surprises, all while supporting vital work to protect this iconic river.

Ready to join the celebration? RSVP today by emailing Member Relations Manager, John Briel, at jbriel@fmr.org. We'll let you know as soon as tickets go on sale. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable night. We can’t wait to see you there!

Become an event sponsor

Corporate opportunities

For more information, please contact FMR Development Director Sara DeKok at sdekok@fmr.org.

Individual opportunities

For more information, please contact FMR Individual Gifts Officer Allyson Petry at apetry@fmr.org.