Name: Paddle Antrim Festival Final Bash
Start: 2026-09-20T14:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-09-20T19:00:00-04:00
Location: Short’s Production Facility

August 2025
Rotary Charities Connecting with Changemakers at Rotary Park

August 12, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

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

August 12, 2025 @ 9:00 am - August 13, 2025 @ 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
Native Plant ID – St. Clair Lake – Six Mile Lake Natural Area Community Paddle

August 13, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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 »
Central Lake Community Paddle

August 20, 2025 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

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
10th Annual Paddle Antrim Festival

September 11, 2025 @ 8:00 am - September 13, 2025 @ 8:00 pm

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

September 11, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

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

September 12, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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

September 13, 2025 @ 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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 »
February 2026
Volunteer Happy Hour

February 12 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

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

Curious about volunteering with Paddle Antrim and meeting a wonderful group of current volunteers? We invite prospective and current volunteers to join us for a Volunteer Happy Hour Thursday, February 12, from 4:00–5:30 pm at Short’s Pull Barn in Elk Rapids! We hope to see you soon!
Quiet Adventure Symposium 2026

February 28 @ 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Paddle Antrim looks forward to hosting a booth in the Exhibit Hall at the 2026 Quiet Adventure Symposium! The 31th Annual Quiet Adventures Symposium will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the MSU Farm Bureau Pavilion (4301 Farm Lane, Lansing, MI, on the Michigan State University campus) between 9:00 am and 5:30 pm. We had to change from the first weekend in March due to Pavilion scheduling. The… Read More »
April 2026
Family Fun Days – April 11

April 11 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Looking for a fun, free way to connect with your community? Come out to YMCA Hayo-Went-Ha Camps on April 11 (Lake Arbutus) or April 18 (Torch Lake) from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Learn about community programs offered locally for kids, like our Kids Paddling classes. Enjoy live storytelling, music, and a free lunch while supplies last. It is a wonderful opportunity for families to play together and learn more… Read More »
Family Fun Day – April 18

April 18 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Looking for a fun, free way to connect with your community? Come out to YMCA Hayo-Went-Ha Camps on April 11 (Lake Arbutus) or April 18 (Torch Lake) from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Learn about community programs offered locally for kids, like our Kids Paddling classes. Enjoy live storytelling, music, and a free lunch while supplies last. It is a wonderful opportunity for families to play together and learn more… Read More »
2026 Paddling Season Kickoff & Gathering

April 22 @ 10:00 am - June 6 @ 11:30 pm

Elk Rapids Rotary Park 305 US-31, Elk Rapids, MI, United States

10:00 - 11:30 am - Community Paddle | Elk Rapids Rotary Park Grab your paddleboard, kayak or paddle craft of choice and join Paddle Antrim for an amazing evening paddle on the Elk River to celebrate the begining of the 2026 paddling season. This slow paddle will begin at Elk Rapid’s Rotary Park at 10:00 am – please arrive a few minutes early to allow time to unload your paddle… Read More »

Free
Paddling Gear Swap at the Paddling Film Festival

April 22 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm

April 22 | Howe Arena | Traverse City During the Grand Traverse Area Parks & Recreation Paddling Film Festival (5:30–9:00 PM) Turn unused paddling gear into cash while supporting northern Michigan’s waterways. Paddle Antrim is hosting a Paddling Gear Swap during the Grand Traverse Area Parks & Recreation Paddling Film Festival at Howe Arena. Festival attendees can browse and purchase gently used paddling gear while enjoying an evening of inspiring… Read More »
September 2026
Paddle Antrim Festival Kick-off Party and Expo

September 18 @ 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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 Friday night with a vibrant community celebration! This event is free and open to everyone—paddlers, locals, and visitors alike. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon/evening by the water. Come early for a boat demo and to explore the Kick-off Party Expo, starting at 2 pm. Stick around for great company, live music,… Read More »
Festival Day One Celebration

September 19 @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Wrap up an incredible first day on the water at the 11th 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 and festival-goers! Come raise a glass to… Read More »
Paddle Antrim Festival Final Bash

September 20 @ 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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. Food available for purchase from local food trucks, refreshing beverages, live music, and outdoor games in a laid-back, festival-style atmosphere. Get full festival details: www.paddleantrim.com/festival

FREE

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