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The world’s largest, most prestigious paddling festival. 

Since 2006, the Paddling Film Festival has brought award-winning films to communities around the globe. Help us inspire viewers to explore wild waters, push limits, forge new connections and embrace the paddling lifestyle.

The Paddling Film Festival World Tour is screened to outdoor enthusiasts in 100+ cities worldwide. Judges select a shortlist of 20–25 films, with cash prizes awarded to eleven category winners. Audiences vote on their favorite film for the annual People’s Choice Award, awarded at the end of each World Tour.