VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Sheyenne RiverFest is back with a thrilling lineup of activities and festivities. RiverFest promises an unforgettable experience for participants and visitors alike, combining a breathtaking float down the Sheyenne River with a craft and vendor show, food trucks, and games at Chautauqua Park Saturday, August 5th.

Paddlers from all over the Midwest will launch from either the National Fish Hatchery north of Valley City or from Fort Ransom State Park and take a scenic float down the Sheyenne River with over 120 other water crafts. At the completion of the float from the National Fish Hatchery, there will be a Craft and Vendor Show at Chautauqua Park in Valley City open to the entire community! Discover unique handmade crafts, locally produced goods, and a variety of products from talented artisans and vendors. The Craft and Vendor Show will also feature food vendors perfect for lunch or just a snack!

There will also be a Sheyenne RiverFest raffle drawing where all proceeds go towards the development of the Sheyenne River Water Trail which is currently being developed to be North Dakota’s only National Water Trail. The funds will be used for accessible docks, updated landings, and signage to increase safety and accessibility on the water! Prizes include 3 adult kayaks, inflatable kayak, grill, cooler, hand-crafted paddle, gift cards, and more! Raffle tickets can be found at the Gaukler Family Wellness Center, Rosebud Visitor Center, and Bjornson Golf Course.

We encourage paddlers of all skill levels, whether a first-timer or a seasoned veteran, to come out and enjoy a beautiful morning on the water, meet paddlers from all over the state, and take in the beauty of the Sheyenne River Valley – even paddle under the Hi-Line Bridge!

Registration is open with two registration options: Single ($20) and Household ($50). All participants that register are guaranteed a t-shirt and a FREE raffle ticket (if registered before August 1 st ) to the Sheyenne RiverFest raffle drawing!

Registration can be found online at www.vcparks.com/riverfest or physical copies can be found at the Rosebud Visitor Center. Have questions or want to learn more? Visit www.vcparks.com/riverfest or call 701-845-3294.