The Seventh Annual Blazing Paddles Paddlefest is a paddling celebration of Cleveland’s scenic, and historic Cuyahoga River. In our new location, Music Box Supper Club is serving as the hospitality partner for the annual public paddling celebration of Cleveland’s historic & scenic Cuyahoga River, providing free live Reggae music and Caribbean-inspired cuisine at their riverside location on Saturday (7/19/25). Meanwhile, Lady Caroline Cruise Ship will host the Pre-Paddle Expo and early paddler check-in on Friday evening (7/18/25). Share the River is providing two opportunities to enjoy Blazing Paddles Paddlefest. You can enjoy a relaxed paddle journey of the historic and scenic Cuyahoga River where the Dave Vasarhelyi Memorial Recreational Paddle & Float. Or you can race Cleveland’s hard-working waterfront over one of three race distances. If you're not paddling, come down to hang out and enjoy a summer day along Cleveland's vibrant riverfront!
