Events
Expert Slalom, Down River, Giant Slalom
100 spots left. Registration Opens May 1, 2026 at 5:00pm MDT
Boater Cross
16 spots left. Registration Opens May 1, 2026 at 12:00pm MDT
Lower/Beginner Slalom
StandUp Paddleboard Flat Water Race
Raft Downriver Time Trials/Head To Head
60 spots left. Registration Opens May 1, 2026 at 5:00pm MDT
Expert Slalom
100 spots left. Registration Opens May 8, 2026 at 5:00pm MDT
Down River
100 spots left. Registration Opens May 8, 2026 at 5:00pm MDT
Giant Slalom
100 spots left. Registration Opens May 7, 2026 at 5:00pm MDT
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at http://www.bigforkwhitewaterfestival.com.
Place
Bigfork, MT US 59911
Description
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND, MAY 22-24, 2026
The Bigfork Whitewater Festival will be celebrating its 51st year! We welcome you to join us for this historic, local event as either a competitor or spectator this Memorial Day Weekend in Downtown Bigfork.
Bigfork, Montana is located on the north end of Flathead Lake, where the Swan River spills into Bigfork Bay. The last mile of the Swan River, known as the "Wild Mile", is a class IV section of whitewater. This beautiful and challenging whitewater venue has a scenic nature trail paralleling the north side, giving spectators front row seats for some of the best whitewater action in the area.
The Wild Mile also flows through downtown Bigfork, which offers an eclectic variety of restaurants, shops and galleries. For more information and updates about the festival, keep checking back on our Facebook page and Instagram.
