August 16 & 17, 2025
Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, Edmonton
9999 Grierson Hill NW, Edmonton, AB T5H 2G3
Location
Races
There will be 2 - 250m races on Saturday and 2 - 500m races on Sunday. The combined times of the 2 - 250m and one 500m race will determine the final race positions.
Transport & Parking
Equipment Drop-off (for racers)
Details are being finalized for equipment drop off. Instructions will be posted under INFORMATION FOR TEAMS.
Nearby parking options include:
Canada Place Parkade (City of Edmonton / Impark)
Downtown Street Parking (be mindful of time limits and costs associated)
Transit options:
Edmonton LRT Valley Line: Quarters or Muttart Station (short walk from either station)
Free Park and Ride is available from the following transit stations (click here to learn more):
Belvedere LRT Station
Clareview LRT Station
Davies Transit Centre/LRT Station
Stadium LRT Station
50/50
STARS will be conducting a 50/50 draw during the 2025 festival. For information on how to participate, please visit the STARS tent on the festival grounds.
Vendors
Food Options:
Woodshed Burger - Burgers, Fries, Poutine
Kona Ice - Shaved Ice
River Valley Adventures - Coffee, baked goods, salads, sandwiches, ice cream treats, sausage BBQ
YEG Pizza on Wheels - Pizza
Druid Soda (Saturday only) - Craft soda drinks
Beer Garden (featuring Sea Change Beer and Shiddy’s Distillery):
Operating Hours:
Friday: 5:00 PM-9:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM-6:30 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM-6:30 PM
Merchandise and Vendors:
Coming soon.