6:00 PM–8:00 PMHigh Diving — USA Diving sanctionedTennessee River65 ft platform. Pro divers, 4 rounds. 6–8pm from daily flyer.
8:00 PM–11:00 PMRave on the River — Late Night RadioRoss's Landing main stageMain stage electronic music, 8–11pm. From daily flyer.
11:00 PM–2:00 AMAfterparty — Late Night Radio on Southern BelleSouthern Belle Riverboat, DowntownCommon Criminal, Dough Joe & Project FM aboard the riverboat. Tickets: FareHarbor item 732498.
10:00 AM–4:00 PMWake Expo — ChattaWake finalsTennessee RiverWSWS/WWA qualifier final heats. 10am–4pm from daily flyer.
2:00 PM–4:00 PMSkate Ramp Jam — Open SessionRoss's LandingChatt Skates. Open session 2–4pm.
6:30 PM–8:00 PMHigh Diving — FinalsTennessee RiverChampionship round. Male & female River Games Champions crowned. 6:30–8pm from daily flyer.
8:00 PM–11:00 PMRave on the River — Headliner: VIBRVNTRoss's Landing main stageClosing night music, 8–11pm. From daily flyer.
Official 2026 weekend schedule. Chatt Skates: Sat 1–3 & 4–6 open tryouts · Sun 2–4 open, 4:30–6 comp.
Everything you need to show up, find a spot, and not miss a thing.
When & Where
August 14–16, 2026
Ross's Landing • Chattanooga, Tennessee
Three days on the Tennessee River, in the heart of downtown. Walkable, on the water, and right where Chattanooga's outdoor soul lives.
What It Costs
FREE.99 BABY! Thanks to our wonderful sponsors and partners, the festival itself is free!
Official tickets / RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/river-games-2026-tickets-1997928993402
Getting There
Downtown Chattanooga, parking near Ross's Landing.
But also biking is pretty fun… just sayin! ;)
Public garages and street parking are within walking distance. Downtown is compact — walk, bike, or grab a scooter once you park.
Watching From The Water
In our "professional" opinion the river is the best seat in the house!
Got a boat, a board, or a kayak? The river gives you a front-row view of the high dives and the wakesurf heats. Come float with us.
Afterparties
Friday Night — Manic Focus
Channel 865 × River Games Chattanooga presents Manic Focus at Cabanas Nightclub (1800 Rossville Ave #110, Chattanooga TN). Grab tickets before they sell out.
Saturday Night — After Party on the Southern Belle
Saturday August 15 — an afterparty on the water aboard the Southern Belle Riverboat. Common Criminal, Dough Joe, and Project FM bring the energy.
Plus support from LouieLetdown, VIBRV, and Kenops all weekend.
VIP Moonlight Cruise Afterparty · Sat Aug 15 · 11:30 PM · 21+ · Southern Belle (Pier 2)
QUESTIONS
Good questions
Tickets & Entry
How much does it cost to get in?
FREE.99 BABY! Thanks to our wonderful sponsors and partners, the festival itself is free!
Where do I get tickets?
Grab official tickets on Eventbrite (eventbrite.com/e/river-games-2026-tickets-1997928993402). The festival itself is still free — Eventbrite is the official RSVP so we know you're coming. Afterparties and VIP are separate.
Is there a VIP Experience?
Yes. Regular VIP is $20 a day (prime viewing for diving and the stage). VIP+ is $100 a day or $250 for the 3-day weekend (dock viewing, seating, cooling, bathrooms, tote, shorter bar lines, afterparty discounts). Buy on Eventbrite — details at /vip/.
Getting There & Parking
What should I bring?
Sunscreen and a refillable water bottle. A swimsuit — you will get wet. Cash or card for the food and vendor village. And a good attitude.
Where do I park?
Public garages and street parking are within walking distance of Ross's Landing. But also biking is pretty fun… just sayin! ;)
Can I bike there?
But also biking is pretty fun… just sayin! ;)
Spectators & Families
Is there anything for kids?
We will have activations available all day for the little stoke-lings.
Where's the best place to watch?
In our 'professional' opinion the river is the best seat in the house!
Can I watch from the water?
Got a boat, a board, or a kayak? The river gives you a front-row view of the high dives and wakesurf heats. Come float with us!
Rules & Safety
Are dogs allowed?
Yes. Dogs are allowed but must remain on leash, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.
Where can I swim?
Swimming is permitted only in designated swimming areas.
Can I jump into the river from walls, docks, structures or barriers?
No. Jumping into the river from undesignated areas is not permitted.
Can spectators enter the sports/competition areas?
No. Competition areas are limited to registered athletes and authorized participants/personnel.
Do I need an ID to purchase alcohol?
Yes. A valid ID is required for alcohol purchases.
Can I bring bikes, skateboards, skates or other wheels?
Wheels are permitted only in designated areas.
💙 THANK YOU, CHATTANOOGA
2027 applications are open
August 14–16, 2026 was unreal. Volunteer, media, nonprofit, craft/service, and food vendor apps for River Games 2027 are live now — dates TBA.
