THE FUN RETURNS
Aug 29 - 31
2025
DON'T MISS A MOMENT
GET IN ON THE ACTION
The return of one of the biggest and most historical events in the Kankakee River Valley is sure to bring unparalleled thrills, and you’re not going to want to miss a moment.
Good news! Entrance to the Regatta is FREE thanks to our sponsors. However, if you’re traveling by vehicle, a parking pass is required.
PRESALE STARTS AUG 1
Single Day
Day of Pass
Saturday or Sunday
Friday is FREE
Single Day Pass
Motorcycle
No presale available
FAQs
The race schedule is tentatively set for the following:
- Friday, August 29 – Testing at 1:00 pm
- Saturday, August 30 – Testing/practice at 10:00 am, races begin at noon
- Sunday, August 31 – Championship Racing begins at noon
Boat classes scheduled to race include:
- F150
- F 200
- SST 45
- SST 60
- SST 120
- VP 75
- MOD U
There is no admission fee to attend the races. If you require parking, you may pre-purchase your parking passes on this site in the link above. Please see below for pass fees:
- Presale Parking Pass – $25 per day, per car (Saturday and Sunday. Friday is free!)
- Day of event at the gate – $30 per day, per car (Saturday and Sunday. Friday is free!)
- Motorcycles – $15 per day, presale not available.
Additional RV parking and tailgating spots will be available for presale purchase.
Cash or credit card will be accepted at the gates for day of parking passes. There will be no re-entries. Refunds are not available on parking passes.
Spectator parking will be available on the Southside of the river off of River Road. Please look for signage for designated lots. No parking allowed in non-designated areas.
Handicap parking will be available off River Road (Lot A) The Kankakee Community College Parking Lot B will be used as overflow parking.
Gates will open for parking at the following times:
- Friday, August 29 – River Road Parking Lot A at 11:00 am
- Saturday, August 30 – River Road Parking Lot A at 9:00 am
- Sunday, August 31 – River Road Parking Lot A at 9:00 am
Please note: Cobb Blvd. between Osborn and Justine will be closed to traffic.
Yes! All ages are welcomed to attend the races. There is a little bit of something for everyone on race weekend.
The Regatta will be held at the River Road Sports Complex, located at 1895 River Road in Kankakee, Illinois. Viewing will be permitted on the south bank of the Kankakee River. The north bank of the river will be for pit crew and race teams.
Grills, coolers and tailgating will not be allowed. No outside alcohol will be permitted inside the festival grounds. Food trucks and a beer tent will be available each day on the Southside of the river.
Additional RV parking and tailgating spots will be available for presale purchase.
Cash or credit card will be accepted at the gates for day of parking passes. There will be no re-entries. Refunds are not available on parking passes.
Pets will not be allowed in the park. Service animals are permitted and must stay with its owner and be restrained at all times.
Restrooms/Port-O-Lets will be located near the River Run Dog Park.
Yes. The river will be closed during the race times.
- There will be no on site ATM’s.
- No swimming in the river or entering the river banks.
- No loitering and fighting
- Drug paraphernalia, marijuana and/or controlled substances are strictly prohibited.
- Underage drinking is not permitted.
- Drones and remote control aircrafts are strictly prohibited.
- Additional items not permitted include:
- Signs
- Fireworks, explosives or roadflares
- Bullhorns or any kind of personal amplification devices
- Glass bottles or containers
- Pepper spray or mace
- Weapons, knives, guns or sharp objects.
- Feel free to bring a chairs and/or blankets. Umbrellas, tents and pop-up tents are not permitted. Staking to the ground or trees is not allowed. Please do not disturb any shrubs, trees or flowers at the park.
- Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times.
- Please respect the park! Use garbage cans and clean up after yourself.