Yampa River Festival 2026
When is Yampa River Festival 2026?
Yampa River Festival 2026 takes place on Saturday, May 30, 2026 in Steamboat Springs, CO.
What distances does Yampa River Festival 2026 offer?
Yampa River Festival 2026 offers 14 events: Fish Creek Kayak Race (Test), Raft Rodeo - Charlie's Hole, SUP Cross - Charlie’s Hole, SUP Surf - Charlie’s Hole, Adam Mayo Memorial Fish Creek Kayak Race - Mt. Werner Water, Open Class Downriver Kayak Race - Rich Weiss Park, Kayak Rodeo - Charlie’s Hole, Kayak Slalom - Rich Weiss Park, Fly Fishing Downriver Race - Rich Weiss Park, Drew Hyde Raft Race - Rich Weiss Park, Pack Raft Race - Charlie's Hole, SUP Downriver Race - Rich Weiss Park, Tube Rodeo - Charlie’s Hole, Crazy River Dog - D-Hole.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Creek Kayak Race (Test) | 4.0 mi | $59.00 | Register |
| Raft Rodeo - Charlie's Hole | — | $15.00 | Register |
| SUP Cross - Charlie’s Hole | — | $15.00 | Register |
| SUP Surf - Charlie’s Hole | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Adam Mayo Memorial Fish Creek Kayak Race - Mt. Werner Water | — | $0.00 | Register |
| Open Class Downriver Kayak Race - Rich Weiss Park | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Kayak Rodeo - Charlie’s Hole | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Kayak Slalom - Rich Weiss Park | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Fly Fishing Downriver Race - Rich Weiss Park 10 spots left | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Drew Hyde Raft Race - Rich Weiss Park 50 spots left | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Pack Raft Race - Charlie's Hole | — | $15.00 | Register |
| SUP Downriver Race - Rich Weiss Park | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Tube Rodeo - Charlie’s Hole | — | $15.00 | Register |
| Crazy River Dog - D-Hole | — | $15.00 | Register |
How much does Yampa River Festival 2026 cost?
Registration for Yampa River Festival 2026 starts at $0.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Yampa River Festival 2026 held?
Yampa River Festival 2026 is held in Steamboat Springs, CO at 1289 Lincoln Ave.
About Yampa River Festival 2026
The flagship event of Friends of the Yampa, the Yampa River Festival, is a true hometown celebration of our friend the Yampa River. This year, our 46th annual, we are carefully watching the water levels to host a safe and fun event that celebrates the Yampa!
It is with great thanks to all the passionate and dedicated river enthusiasts, partners, and supporters that this event continues to be the gem that it is today. While following all the latest safety guidelines, we hope that our river friends will join us to celebrate this year’s Yampa River Festival between May 28-31, 2026. The main event is on Saturday, May 30.