world tour schedule
NEWP (Northeast Wisconsin Paddlers)
Ticket Price(s): $15 advance, $20 at the door
Tickets are available for the film festival with dining, or the film festival only. Advance purchase is encouraged as space is limited. Tickets will be available at the door as long as seats are available.
Colorado Whitewater Association
Ticket Price(s): Ticket are $20
Place(s) where tickets are being sold:Buffalo Rose in person or online
Support Colorado Whitewater Association, Vender, Silent Auction, Kids Club Bake Sale, Craft Beer and Food for a additional cost.
Clear Waters Outfitting / NorthWest Canoe
Ticket Price(s):
$20/advance - online
$30/at the door
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: Gnarly Bard Theater
Doors open at 6pm. Sign up for door prizes, beverages available to purchase, free popcorn! Films begin at 7pm.
Knik Canoers and Kayakers
Ticket Price(s): $15
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: Bear Tooth Theatrepub
This event supports the educational and conservation programs of the Knik Canoers and Kayakers. Thank you for your support!
Kirtland Community College
Ticket Price(s): Free entry, donations accepted for the Student Emergency Fund
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: Kirtland Community College
We are gratefully accepting donations to the Kirtland Student Emergency Fund. Craft beer and wine are available for purchase during the show.
Oregon Coast Visitors Association and the Surfrider Foundation
Ticket Price(s): $15 advance and $20 at the door.
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: Egyptian Theater
This is a fundraiser for the Coos Bay chapter of Surfrider Foundation. There will be awesome prizes, food and beer available for purchase!
Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation
Ticket Price(s): $12 advance/$15 at the door
Fantastic prizes and a gear swap
Economy Tackle
Ticket Price(s): $20.00
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: Online at Floridakayak.com and in-store at Economy Tackle
Utah Whitewater Gear
Ticket Price(s): $20/Advance $30/At The Door
Place(s) where tickets are being sold:Utah Whitewater Gear
MountainTrue
Ticket Price(s): $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Kids under the age of 12 are $5.
All proceeds support the work of MountainTrue. (www.mountaintrue.org) We’ll have several short films before an intermission, which will feature a short presentation about the work of MountainTrue’s French Broad Riverkeeper Program and a RAFFLE
Fairbanks Paddlers and The Folk School Fairbanks
Ticket Price(s):
$15 in advance / $20 at the door ( ages 10 and under free )
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: Beaver Sports
HooDoo Brewing will be selling craft beer and other beverages. Local sponsors will be offering door prizes.
Utah Whitewater Gear
Ticket Price(s): $20/Advance $30/At The Door
Place(s) where tickets are being sold:Utah Whitewater Gear
Mesa County Search and Rescue
Ticket Price(s):
$5 High School Students/Youth
$10 College Students with ID
$20 General Admissio
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: Online and at the door
GOALS Youth River Expeditions / Rivers Lakes & Oceans
Ticket Price(s): $15 Advance / $20 At the Door
Tickets are being sold online only
In support of GOALS Youth River Expeditions, and featuring an in-person Q&A with the creators of this year's Best Documentary Film, "A Little Bit Different."
Montana Kayak Academy and Flathead River Alliance
Ticket Price(s): $15 in advance, $20 at Door
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: Sportsmans Ski Haus, Lary's Fly Shop
In support of Montana Kayak Academy and Flathead Rivers Alliance's missions. Food, Films, Libations, Fun and a whole lot of raffle items.
North Shore SUP, St. Louis River Alliance and Paddle it Forward
The Paddling Film Fest ‘Twin Ports’ World Tour Stop is Back!
~In support of the St. Louis River Alliance & Paddle it Forward~
Join fellow paddlers and adventurous spirits for an evening of inspiration and awe as we take over both Zinema Theatres (222 E Superior St. Duluth, MN 55802) on Thursday, May 14 from 6:30-8:30pm.
Tickets:
$25 Advance tickets go on sale early 2026 and will sell out fast. Digital proof of purchase (order confirmation) must be presented at the door to receive your official Paddling Film Fest ticket.
Door & Raffle Prizes:
We have incredible door & raffle prizes, thanks to awesome sponsors, including an epic brand-new Stand-Up Paddleboard!
Your event ticket doubles as your door prize ticket—don’t lose it!
Door prizes will be handed out before and after films; you must be present to claim them.
Raffle tickets will be sold in the Zinema Lobby from 4:30-8:50 p.m. Winners announced at 9 p.m.; presence not required to win.
Proceeds:
All proceeds support the St. Louis River Alliance and the Paddle it Forward Project, two local nonprofits dedicated to connecting people with our regional waterways through stewardship, education, and recreation.
*Event Schedule:
4:30 p.m. Doors open, socializing, raffle tickets available. Free popcorn with raffle ticket purchase (while supplies last). Other concessions available for purchase.
5:15–6:15 p.m. Paddling Celebrity Guest Appearances – meet local paddlers who’ve completed epic regional paddling quests.
6:30 p.m. Film Premieres begin
7:30 p.m. 15-minute intermission
7:45 p.m. Films begin again
8:30 p.m. Films commence
8:50 p.m. Last chance to buy raffle tickets
9:00 p.m. Raffle winners announced (you do not need to be present)
9:00–11:00 p.m. ‘Happy hour’ at Zeitgeist Restaurant & Bar
*Event Schedule tentative, please refer to Full Event Details
Full Event Details; www.duluthsup.com/paddling-film-fest
Juneau PADDLING Film Festival
Doors open at 6:00 pm
Films start at 6:30 pm
Tickets: $15 in advance or $20 at the door
Royal Gorge RIO
Ticket Price(s): $17
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: Canon Cinema
Explore La Crosse & LaCrosseAF - Adventure Festival
The Premiere Paddle Destination of the Midwest
Get ready to make waves and immerse yourself in the vibrant paddling culture of the La Crosse Region, where stunning waterways and weekend-long adventure awaits!
Join us for a “reel” good time with a special film showing at the Rivoli Theatre, local paddle excursions, scenic trails, the Goose Island Grind paddling event and more. As the Midwest’s premiere paddle destination, the La Crosse Region is making waves—don’t miss your chance to ride along!
Ticket Price(s): FREE! Donation Based Ticketing - ALL donations go to support River Cleanup of La Crosse
UpaDowna with Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates and Colorado Whitewater Association
Ticket Price(s): $15 for adults/ Free for youth
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: Online and at the door
Wild Science Explorers
Ticket Price(s): $15 advance / $20 at the door
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: The Flicks' box office
In support of Wild Science Explorer's rafting-based youth program. Beer, wine and food for purchase. Door prizes, raffles and more.
Arts Council of Big Sky
Ticket Price(s): $20 - general admission
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: Online and at the door
The Parklands of Floyds Fork
Ticket Price(s):
$15/Parklands Members
$20/ Non-Members
$25/ at the door
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: https://theparklands.org/
In support of The Parklands of Floyds Fork, a visitor and donor supported public park.
Auburn State Theatre
Ticket Price(s): $15 Adults, $12 Seniors and Kids under 12.
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: www.auburnstatetheatre.org, the Theatre Office at 985 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA, or call 530-885-0156
Sponsored by Protect American River Canyons (PARC)
The Colonial Theatre
Ticket Price(s): $10 Colonial Theatre Members, $13 non-members/general public
Place(s) where tickets are being sold: www.bethlehemcolonial.org, The Colonial Theatre box office, in-person, day of show, minimum of 30min before showing.
Blacksburg Parks and Recreation
Show Time: 7:00 PM
Ticket Price(s): $15 in advance / $20 at the door
Place(s) where tickets are being sold:
Lyric Theater and online at https://www.thelyric.com/movies/
Chances to win raffle prizes from local sponsors. Tickets are sold at the event for $5 each.
The Haw River Canoe & Kayak Co.
Ticket Price(s): $15 Advanced/$20 at the Door
Place(s) where tickets are being sold:On-line or at the door the day of the event.
Rapids Riders & Wild Rivers Conservancy
Ticket Price(s): $25
Place(s) where tickets are being sold:Online and at the door
In Support of the Wild Rivers Conservancy & Rapids Riders.
Drift and Roam Events and Quiet Adventures Society
Advance discounted tickets avalible til 1/31 $8, Advanced tickets on 2/1 til 2/26 $10, Day of tickets 2/27 at Door $15(Cash/Card). Children 10 and under Free with Adult ticket.
Proceeds for this event directly go back to supporting the missions of Quiet Adventures Society, and Drift and Roam Events.
film Selection
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