Petaluma River Races
🌊🚣♀️ Join Us for a Day of Fun on the Petaluma River! 🚣♂️🌊
Get ready to paddle, pedal, or row your way into the heart of the Petaluma River community! Whether you're a seasoned water enthusiast or just looking for a fun way to explore the river, the Petaluma River Races are for you.
🗓️ Date: Sunday, January 12, 2025
📍 Location: PARKING: River Plaza near TAPS (54 E. Washington Street)
SIGN IN, SKIPPERS’ MEETING, RENTALS PICKUP, LAUNCH: The Floathouse Petaluma, (Linked to public docks near 50 Water Street)
Event Details
9:00 am: Sign-in (and waiver signing)
9:30 am: Skippers' Meeting
10:00 am: Race starts in the Turning Basin
What You Need to Know
Crafts Allowed: Solo forward-facing crafts like kayaks and paddle boards, or rowing crafts (experienced rowers only).
Course Options: Choose between a 2-mile loop or a 4-mile loop.
Launch Locations: Turning Basin Docks or The Floathouse Docks.
Special Perks
Enjoy 10% off all day at Grand Central Cafe (226 Weller Street)
Celebrate post-race with a 15% discount at TAPS on the River
💙 No entry fees, no prizes—just community fun on the water!
Donations to The Floathouse, a project of the nonprofit Petaluma Small Craft Center, are welcome and tax-deductible.
🚤 Need a Rental?
Every solo craft rental for this event is just $35!
Reserve your kayak (Hobie pedal kayak or Ocean brand paddle kayak), stand up paddle board, or Hobie stand up pedal board, Schiller Water Bike or Hydro Bike at The Floathouse:
Book a Rental
Join the Fun
All ability levels are welcome! Whether you're racing, paddling for fun, or cheering from the sidelines, this event is about community, connection, and a love of the river.
We can't wait to see you out on the water!
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