# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Riverfest: Bridge Burner Challenge
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: History and recreation collide with Susquehanna National Heritage Area's Bridge Burner Challenge!

Can you rise to the challenge? Join us on Riverfest Weekend to keep the spark alive and participate in the Bridge Burners Challenge!

The Bridge Burner Challenge is a unique run-and-paddle race held on Saturday, June 27, 2026, in Columbia, Pennsylvania, as part of Riverfest. This event commemorates the historic burning of the Columbia-Wrightsville Bridge during the Civil War, when locals prevented Confederate troops from crossing the Susquehanna River.

Participants begin with a 3.5-mile run from Columbia River Park to the Iron Furnaces and back, symbolically collecting 'dynamite' (a race baton) along the way. Following the run, racers embark on a 2.5-mile paddle across the Susquehanna River, dropping off their 'dynamite' on the far side before returning to the starting point. The course features mixed terrain, including sidewalks and paved trails, and includes a railroad crossing.

The race starts at 9:00 AM, with bib pickup available on June 25 and 26 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or on race day starting at 8:00 AM. A safety meeting will be held at 8:30 AM at Columbia River Park pavilion. Participants can choose to complete both the run and paddle segments or opt for one. Kayaks, canoes, or stand-up paddleboards can be brought by participants or rented from local outfitters. All paddlers must wear a US Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device and carry a whistle. Participants must be 16 years or older.

Proceeds from the event support the Susquehanna National Heritage Area's educational programs, recreational offerings, and heritage sites in the riverlands corridor.

For more information and to register, visit the official event page: www.riverfestpa.com
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbia/riverfest-bridge-burner-challenge/200029811429324
- **Event Categories**: contests, sports, workshops, meetups, nonprofit, trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 52

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Columbia
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 41 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17512
- **lat**: 40.03065
- **long**: -76.50845
- **full address**: 41 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17512

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Riverfest: Bridge Burner Challenge being held?
  - **A:** Riverfest: Bridge Burner Challenge takes place on Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am at 41 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17512.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Riverfest: Bridge Burner Challenge?
  - **A:** Riverfest: Bridge Burner Challenge is organized by Columbia Crossing.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Riverfest: Bridge Burner Challenge 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 Columbia, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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