Paddle Antrim Festival 2026

Join us for the Paddle Antrim Festival, Friday, September 18 - Sunday, September 20, 2026. The Paddle Antrim Festival celebrates the amazing waterways and communities of Northern Michigan. The Festival, always the second weekend after Labor Day, includes a two-day paddle event through the Chain of Lakes Water Trail. Paddle one day or two days and choose the distance that is best for your paddling ability and desired distance/time on the water.  NEW this year! Please note that the Festival is taking place Friday - Sunday (instead of Thursday - Saturday).  Tandem paddlers please note: each individual participant must complete their own registration.  Registration Includes the Following: Shuttle service (for people not boats - see more information on shuttles below)A great time both on and off the water!Paddle Antrim Festival t-shirtFestival StickerBoat NumberWaterproof course mapMotorized boats outlining the routePaid security to watch boats overnight Restrooms at each launch and checkpo