Boatnik 2026

Boatnik returns to Grants Pass for Memorial Day weekend, bringing five days of riverfront excitement, family-friendly entertainment, and long-standing community tradition to Riverside Park. A signature Grants Pass celebration for more than 60 years, Boatnik features carnival rides and games, midway vendors, food, live music, fireworks, the downtown Boatnik Parade, Brewfest, children’s activities, boat exhibitions, and thrilling river races, including the World Famous Tom Rice Memorial White Water Hydroplane Race.

The festivities begin Thursday evening with the Davis Shows Carnival and continue throughout the weekend with concerts, fireworks, sprint and drag boat exhibitions, the Boatnik Brewfest, bingo, family activities, and Memorial Day traditions. Thousands of locals and visitors gather each year to enjoy this one-of-a-kind Southern Oregon event, with proceeds supporting children and youth-based organizations throughout Josephine County.

Event schedules, ticketed activities, shuttle information, and daily details are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information and the full event schedule, visit boatnik.com.