Paddles Up! Montgomery Whitewater Park Launches a Season of Adventure this Spring

Photo courtesy of Montgomery Whitewater
 

Montgomery Whitewater Park, Alabama’s new world-class outdoor adventure destination will officially kick off their spring season in March with a jam-packed calendar including concerts, local, national and international competitions (including the US Olympic Team trials) and family-friendly festival-style events. The park is always free to enter, and information on whitewater rafting, kayaking and flatwater paddling for all experience levels is available online at montgomerywhitewater.com.

Anchored by the world’s most technologically advanced whitewater system, this 120-acre park is located minutes from downtown Montgomery’s hotels, restaurants and other attractions, and is easily accessible from I-65. The park’s on-site restaurant, retail outfitter and miles of walking trails make it a perfect spring and summer destination for anyone who enjoys the great outdoors.

Below is a listing of the spring events at Montgomery Whitewater Park.

Friday Night Live Series – Now through March 29

On Friday evenings from 6-9 p.m. this spring, Montgomery Whitewater hosts singers, songwriters and performers on the patio at Eddy’s restaurant for live music with a breathtaking sunset view over the Alabama River.

Green Water Get Down – March 16

The official season-opening event will be a shenanigan-filled tribute to St. Patrick’s Day including rafting and paddling starting at 11:30 a.m. and two fierce and funny “Lucky Ducky” races beginning at 4:00 p.m. In the Floatie X (pronounced Floatie Cross), participants will race on their own inflatable pool float down the competition channel. The Ducky X (pronounced Ducky cross) will pit single and tandem inflatable kayak paddlers against each other in a free-for-all race down the competition channel. At 5:30 p.m. the first show of the spring Get Down Concert Series will provide the soundtrack to a fun-filled evening.

The Get Down Concert Series – Saturdays at 5:00 p.m., March 16-May 4

Nationally touring and emerging artists, many with roots in the region, will take the main stage at the park each Saturday in the spring, providing the perfect soundtrack to rafting and outdoor fun or a sunset happy hour. Previous artists have included Clay Street Unit and Missy Raines. A complete schedule will be available on the Montgomery Whitewater Park website.

U.S. Open Whitewater Championships – March 22-24

The park brings a long-standing paddling tradition to Montgomery in partnership with the Nantahala Racing Club. Open to anyone with intermediate to expert slalom skills, this race will be attended by the country’s top whitewater athletes, including Olympians and World Champions, making it a perfect way to experience Montgomery’s newest adventure sport. The competition runs from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. daily and will be complemented by live music performances.

U.S. Canoe Slalom & Kayak Cross Olympic Team Trials – April 13-14

The road to Paris will run through Montgomery when the nation’s greatest paddle athletes gather to vie for a spot on the U.S. Olympic Team. Live music and family-friendly activities will complete this monumental weekend.

All Forward Corporate Raft Race – May 11

Businesses, clubs and corporations from around the state will take on the ultimate team-building challenge of whitewater rafting as six-person crews compete for the title “Fastest Whitewater Rafting Team in Alabama.” Whitewater rafting experience is not required as teams will be partnered with a raft guide. Participants and guests can enjoy a day of live music performances, good food and cold drinks and a variety of on-site activities.