48th Kern River Whitewater Festival, located in Riverside Park in Kernville, California. Host: Kern Valley River Council, a California Non-Profit Organization.
Races
Back this year is the wildly popular Hooligan B.Y.O.B "Build Your Own Boat" Competition--as much fun to watch as it is to race! Other events on the program include Brush Creek Extreme Slalom & Downriver Races complete with waterfalls, slides, a great granite amphitheater for spectator viewing.
The traditional TJ Slalom race and new this year -- a downriver Biathalon race. Back again this year is a new addition to the events, a Standup Boarder-Cross will be held in Riverside Park in downtown Kernville on Sunday; there is sure to be plenty to keep you entertained as you hang out on the banks of the mighty Kern. All events have easy access for boaters and spectators.
Please see the Kern River Festival Map for more information.
Entertainment
KRBC Beer Garden, Dinner catered by James Store BBQ Wagon, and awards Saturday immediately following the Hooligan Race. The Festival Silent Auction will be on Saturday, and Raffle on Sunday.
One night FREE camping will be available for all registered boaters (except Hooligan) at Camp Kernville, the official Campground for the Festival. See the Camping & Lodging page for details.
Everyone is invited to come to the Festival and be a part of this long-running whitewater tradition! There is no charge to view any of the events. Sponsor and vendor booths will be setup in Riverside Park throughout the event. Come check out all the latest boats, paddling and outdoor gear!
Equipment Demos by Imagine Surf Standup Boards, Boardworks Surf & Jackson Kayak Saturday & Sunday in Riverside Park
Raffle Grand Prize is a Jackson Kayak Whitewater Boat of your choice (not Duo). Cost: $1.00 per ticket, 25 tickets for $20.00.