Name: Paddle Antrim Festival Final Bash at Short’s Brewing Pull Barn!
Start: 2025-09-13T15:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-09-13T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Short’s Production Facility

August 2025
August 2 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Kids Kayaking Class | August 2 | 10:00AM – 12:00 PM

Ellsworth River Park 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States

Kids Kayaking Class | August 2 | 10:00AM – 12:00 PM Location: River Park in Ellsworth (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) Register Today! Our kids’ class is a great way to introduce your child to the sport of kayaking. Designed with fun and water safety as primary goals, we teach students through a variety of games and exploration. Our experienced, certified instructors teach basic skills with a goal to empower… Read More »

$35
August 2 @ 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Kayaking Essentials Class | August 2 | 12:30 – 3:30 PM

Ellsworth River Park 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States

Kayaking Essentials Class | August 2 | 12:30 – 3:30 PM Location: River Park in Ellsworth (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) Register Today! This class teaches paddlers the basics for paddling all types of kayaks in a fun and safe way. You’ll learn about what kayaks work best for what conditions and other paddling best practices. Learn how to make the kayak go where you want it to go and… Read More »

$50
August 9 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Kids Kayaking Class | August 9 | 10:00 – 12:00 PM

Ellsworth River Park 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States

Kids Kayaking Class | August 9 | 10:00AM – 12:00 PM Location: River Park in Ellsworth (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) Register Today! Our kids’ class is a great way to introduce your child to the sport of kayaking. Designed with fun and water safety as primary goals, we teach students through a variety of games and exploration. Our experienced, certified instructors teach basic skills with a goal to empower… Read More »

$35
August 9 @ 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Kayaking Essentials Class | August 9 | 12:30 – 3:30 PM

Kayaking Essentials Class | August 9 | 12:30 – 3:30 PM Location: River Park in Ellsworth (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) Register Today! This class teaches paddlers the basics for paddling all types of kayaks in a fun and safe way. You’ll learn about what kayaks work best for what conditions and other paddling best practices. Learn how to make the kayak go where you want it to go and… Read More »

$50
August 12 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Rotary Charities Connecting with Changemakers at Rotary Park

A welcoming gathering of changemakers intended to foster connections and strengthen relationships throughout the community. This event, hosted in partnership in partnership with Rotary Charities of Traverse City as part of their Connecting with Changemakers series, offers a unique opportunity to connect with local leaders, social entrepreneurs, and community advocates. Engage in authentic discussions, share your ideas, and explore potential collaborations with like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a… Read More »

FREE
August 12 @ 9:00 am - August 13 @ 5:00 pm

Community Paddlesport Leader Training – Aug 12 – 13 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Ellsworth River Park 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States

Community Paddlesport Leader Training - Aug 12 - 13 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Class will be held at River Park (6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI) REGISTER TODAY! This two day workshop is designed to give leaders who engage with the broader paddling community training to provide safe, fun, paddling experiences at the entry level, that are not craft specific. Targeted applications could include community outreach programs, local clubs,… Read More »

$250
August 13 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Native Plant ID – St. Clair Lake – Six Mile Lake Natural Area Community Paddle

Grab your paddleboard, kayak or paddle craft of choice for an amazing evening paddle with Paddle Antrim, Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy (GTRLC), and Little Traverse Conservancy through the St. Clair Lake – Six Mile Lake Natural Area. The paddle will begin at St. Clair Lake DNR Boat Access Site (9400 Six Mile Lake Road) at 6:00 pm to check in. At 6:15 pm GTRLC will give remarks and we… Read More »
August 20 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Central Lake Community Paddle

Thurston Park 7854 E Bradford St,, Central Lake

Grab your paddleboard, kayak, or canoe and join Paddle Antrim for an amazing evening paddle out of Central Lake. This hour-long slow paddle will meet at Central Lake’s Thurston Park, near the pavilion at we will launch promptly at 6:30 pm, so please arrive early to allow time for unloading and parking. We encourage all ages and types of paddle crafts to join us on the water for our slow… Read More »
September 2025
September 11 @ 8:00 am - September 13 @ 8:00 pm

10th Annual Paddle Antrim Festival

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. This choose your own adventure paddle provides the opportunity for you to paddle one or both days and decide how far to travel. There are exits strategically placed along the route so you may go anywhere… Read More »
September 11 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Paddle Antrim Festival Kickoff: Live Music, Local Eats & Community Fun in Ellsworth!

River Park 6625 Bridge St, Ellsworth, MI, United States

Kick Off the Paddle Antrim Festival in Ellsworth! Start your Paddle Antrim Festival adventure at River Park in Ellsworth (6625 Bridge St) on Thursday night with a vibrant community celebration! This event is free and open to everyone—paddlers, locals, and visitors alike. Enjoy a relaxing evening by the water with great company, live music, and delicious food from a local food truck, courtesy of the Village of Ellsworth and the… Read More »
September 12 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Paddle Antrim Festival Day 1 Celebration at Short’s Bellaire Beer Garden

Short's Bellaire Beer Garden 118 N Bridge St, Bellaire, United States

Wrap up an incredible first day on the water at the 10th annual Paddle Antrim Festival with an evening of fun at Short’s Bellaire Beer Garden! This celebration is open to paddlers, volunteers, spectators, and the entire community—everyone is welcome. Enjoy live music, refreshing Short’s Brewing beverages, and delicious food available for purchase, all in a laid-back outdoor setting. It’s the perfect way to unwind and connect with fellow paddlers… Read More »
September 13 @ 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Paddle Antrim Festival Final Bash at Short’s Brewing Pull Barn!

Short's Production Facility 211 Industrial Park, Elk Rapids, MI, United States

Whether you're paddling, spectating, or just looking for a fun way to spend a September Saturday, join us in Elk Rapids for the Paddle Antrim Festival Final Bash at Short’s Brewing Pull Barn! After two incredible days on the water, we’re celebrating with our Top Sponsor, Short’s Brewing, alongside paddlers, families, and friends. Enjoy delicious food from Osorio Tacos y Salsa, refreshing beverages, live music, and outdoor games in a… Read More »