WATERMAN PADDLE FESTIVAL
JUNE 27 AT KELOWNA PADDLE CENTRE
Part of a weekend of paddling in the Okanagan.
The 2026 Waterman Paddle Fest will feature both short- and long-course races for small boats (OC & Va’a 1/2, surfski, and paddleboard) followed by a BBQ on the KPC patio.
Event Details
Schedule: 10:00am start time
- 8:00 am Registration/Check-in opens.
- 9:00am Race meeting
- 10:00am start time
- A staggered start may be used if total registrations merit.
- 12:00pm lunch
Races: Short Course (~8km), Long Course (12-15km)
- Courses and final distances TBD pending conditions on the race day.
Classes: Women, Men, Mixed
Type: OC/Va’a, Surfski, SUP/Paddleboard
Divisions: Keiki (16), Junior (19), Adult (including Masters 40+)
Awards and BBQ lunch to follow long course completion (~12pm).
Limited on-site parking available. Street and pay parking is available nearby.
Approved PFDs, leash, and whistle required. Vaikobi PFDs require approved PFD in boat.
Results
Results will be posted to Webscorer following completion of the event.