The Festival begins on the first Thursday of October. Residents of Greenfield, Hancock County, and the surrounding area join talents and resources annually to honor the memory of Greenfield's noted native son. The Riley Festival Entertainment Tent is a showcase for a wide variety of talent that runs Friday through Sunday. The Parade of Flowers on Friday features Greenfield-Central Elementary students and is over 50 years old. The Ameriana Riley Festival Parade on Saturday will have over 100 units participating.
Several events take place during the festival.
Fairgrounds to the east entrance of the Festival. See the following schedule of events for a full listing.