# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 17th Annual Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 pm (-06:00)
- **Event Description**: The Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival is back!

📅 July 17 & 18, 2026
📍 Centennial Park, Cañon City, Colorado

SAVE THE DATE! TICKETS COMING SOON!

Get ready for one of Southern Colorado's most exciting summer traditions! 

The award-winning Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival returns to the banks of the Arkansas River in the heart of Cañon City, Colorado for two incredible days of whitewater action, live music, great food, and community fun.

Watch the best paddlers compete as they take on the mighty Arkansas River in thrilling whitewater competitions that will have you on the edge of your seat. 

Groove to live music, browse local vendors, and fuel up with delicious food from a great selection of vendors. With plenty of family-friendly activities, there's something for everyone from the littlest adventurers to the most seasoned river rats.

Come celebrate the Royal Gorge Region and support our local community at one of the best festivals in Colorado. We'll see you on the river! 💦

Brought to you by: Royal Gorge Rio, Fremont Community Foundation, and the Royal Gorge Chamber Alliance
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canon-city/17th-annual-royal-gorge-whitewater-festival/200029868225133
- **Event Categories**: festivals, music, live-music, entertainment, contests, music-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 816

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Canon City
- **state**: CO
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 221 Griffin Ave, Canon City, CO 81212, United States
- **lat**: 38.4343
- **long**: -105.24365
- **full address**: 221 Griffin Ave, Canon City, CO 81212, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 17th Annual Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival being held?
  - **A:** 17th Annual Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival takes place on Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 pm at 221 Griffin Ave, Canon City, CO 81212, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 17th Annual Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival?
  - **A:** 17th Annual Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival is organized by Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 17th Annual Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Canon City, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 810+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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