Regatta Community Paddle

Community Members have an opportunity to paddle with 

North Coast Paddling Club Dragon 

Date:  Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Time: First Session:  3:15 PM-4:00 PM

Second Session:  4:15 PM to 5:00 PM

(the actual paddle time will be about 20 minutes)

Who:  Community Members who use this link to sign up on Signup.com 

Where:  Meet at John Day County Park Dock - 

Order of Events:  We will first do a short training of the guests on paddling strokes, following boat commands, boat safety.

Then we will load the boats and take them out on the river and bay - mostly within sight of the shore at John Day County Park so photos can be taken from land as well as the boat.

We will provide lifejackets and paddles.  

What to wear:

We usually go out rain or shine - we do limit going out due to the following conditions:

• If wind gusts are trending over 23 mph  (although the John Day River is much protected from prevailing wind and wind gusts.)

• If there is lightning or predicted lightning

• If it’s raining so hard we can’t keep up with bailing 🙂

So, that said, dress for the weather.

If it’s sunny, wear:

• Pants, Shorts, sweatpants, leggings, a skort or ?

• T-shirt, long sleeve or short sleeve or tank top depending on your choice

• Sunglasses

• Sunscreen

• Baseball or sunhat if you choose

• Tennis shoes or water shoes, or sandals (they will get wet)

If it’s raining:

• Shorts, sweatpants, leggings, a skort or ?

• T-shirt, long sleeve or short sleeve or tank top depending on your choice

• Baseball or some kind of hat if you choose

• Tennis shoes or water shoes, or sandals (they will get wet)

• Light rain jacket if you want that can go over or under your PFD. - this is optional as well.  Our paddlers don’t usually wear rain coats because they stay warm paddling….

Whatever they wear, it should be comfortable to move around in.  They can bring a water bottle if they want, but nothing else.  There isn’t room in the boat to really shed clothing so anything they take off should wrap around their waist.

Requirements:

• Passengers must be at least 16 years old with a valid Drivers licence or state ID card.  Passengers may be asked to show ID.

• Passengers must be able to climb in and out of the boat unassisted.  Boat is lower than the dock.

Insurance Waiver:

Here is the link to the insurance waiver.  Please have everyone who is riding on the boat complete this form, even the photographer.  This waiver is fillable online.  You don’t need to bring a copy, because we can see when it is signed.  Passengers under 18 years of age will need to have parents sign the waiver.  All passengers sign as a GUEST.

Here is the link to our website for other information about the team.

Contact information:

Sheila Roiley -  ncpaddlingclub@gmail.com

Sande Brown   ncpaddlingclub@gmail.com

Queen’s Farewell

Join us to bid farewell to 2025 Queen Chantrell Lee to celebrate her service over the past year.

Queen’s Coronation

An Astoria Regatta Signature Event

Kick off the Regatta Festival with our annual coronation ceremony. The Regatta Court will give their speeches one final time before we crown the new Regatta Queen and open the festival.

Astoria Family Fun Night & Kids Parade at Englund Marine!

Bring the whole family and join us for one of the Astoria Regatta's favorite traditions—our Kids Parade & Family Fun Night!

Children of all ages are invited to decorate their bikes, wagons, scooters, trikes, strollers, or even dress up themselves in celebration of this year's Astoria Regatta theme, "Raised on the River." Get creative with nautical decorations, colorful streamers, river-inspired designs, and plenty of Regatta spirit as our youngest community members parade through Englund Marine and Port of Astoria. Registration is not required! Just show up and have some fun! Kiwanis will also be there with decorations!

The fun continues at Family Fun Night! Enjoy an evening filled with family-friendly activities, games, entertainment, community organizations, and opportunities for kids to explore, play, and create lasting memories. It's the perfect way to celebrate the Astoria Regatta while spending quality time together with friends, neighbors, and visitors. We will also be offering free hotdogs!

Whether you're participating in the parade, enjoying the activities, or simply cheering on the kids, Family Fun Night is a celebration of community, tradition, and the next generation of Astorians who are truly Raised on the River.

We can't wait to see your creativity, your smiles, and your Regatta spirit!

Set sail for smooth and dance the summer night away in the Liberty's McTavish Room. 

As part of Astoria Regatta, we’re inviting you to ride like the wind straight into a 70s soft-rock mirage.

Show up in whatever passes for yacht-inspired attire — linen, polyester, something you found in a thrift bin labeled “vacation dad,” whatever. Then dive into a night of smooth grooves, a live DJ, and a limbo competition that will absolutely reveal who’s been coasting through life on vibes alone.

This is it — your island-style escape wedged right in downtown Astoria. Come dance, drift, and let the soft-rock delirium take over. And honestly, only a fool believes this won’t be the Regatta party people whisper about later.

Hosted by: Liberty Theatre

Seamen’s Memorial

An Astoria Regatta Signature Event

Join us for a solemn moment as we honor those who ply their trade on the water. We recognize the U.S. Coast Guard, Navy, commercial fishermen, river and bar pilots, as well as others involved in maritime industries.

Admiral’s Reception

• An Astoria Regatta Signature Event

Raise a glass with the Regatta Association as we celebrate our Admiral Norma Hernandez and Admiral’s Aide Brett Estes. This annual party is always a good time, filled with locally catered appetizers and drinks. Entry is $30 at the door, or $20 with your 2026 Regatta pin.

Astoria Yacht Club will be holding its 2026 Regatta sailboat races on Friday, August 8th from 6:00pm to 7:30pm and on Saturday, August 9th from 1:00pm to 3:30pm.  We hope to have both races on the Columbia above the bridge on the waterfront, nearest downtown Astoria.  Weather conditions and tides may, at the time, make racing below the bridge near the West Mooring Basin, preferable.

Sponsored byAstoria Yacht Club

Rose Planting

An Astoria Regatta Signature Event

A long-time tradition in cooperation with our friends the Royal Rosarians of Portland, the Rose Planting honors the Queen and Admiral with new additions to the Flavel House garden.

Featuring the Portland Royal Rosarians.

Sponsored by The Flavel House and The Portland Royal Rosarians

Regatta Square

Stay busy while you wait for the Grand Land Parade to begin. In the heart of downtown, you will find food options, live music, booths, and a Kid Zone with inflatables! Event will feature music, food, free kids' zone and health fair

Columbia Memorial Hospital (CMH) is pleased to announce that it will host the Regatta Square Block Party again this year during the 2026 Astoria Regatta festival.

The block party will be held at the public parking lot on 12th Street, between Duane and Exchange Streets, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 8. People can enjoy the event before and after the Grand Land Parade finishes in downtown Astoria.

Regatta Square keeps the fun going under the sun and will include a live DJ, free kids’ zone with inflatables, a Medix Ambulance to check out, face painting, caricatures, a BBQ family-friendly lunch for sale, and a health fair featuring your local CMH medical experts and community organizations.

Presented by Columbia Memorial Hospital

Celebrate one of Astoria Regatta's most cherished traditions at the 132nd Annual Astoria Regatta Grand Land Parade! This year's theme, "Raised on the River," honors the people, industries, and traditions that have shaped our community for generations.

The streets of downtown Astoria come alive with colorful floats, community organizations, classic vehicles, and the Astoria Regatta Court as they make their way through the heart of the city. Whether you're cheering from the curb with family and friends or participating in the procession, the Grand Land Parade is a celebration of hometown pride, community spirit, and the enduring connection between Astoria and the Columbia River.

Bring your lawn chairs, wave to your favorite parade entries, and join us for one of the Pacific Northwest's longest-running festival traditions. We can't wait to celebrate with you!

Astoria Yacht Club will be holding its 2026 Regatta sailboat races on Friday, August 7th from 6:00pm to 7:30pm and on Saturday, August 8th from 1:00pm to 3:30pm.  We hope to have both races on the Columbia above the bridge on the waterfront, nearest downtown Astoria.  Weather conditions and tides may, at the time, make racing below the bridge near the West Mooring Basin, preferable.

Sponsored by Astoria Yacht Club

Search and Rescue Demo

Unless called into action for a true emergency, the U.S. Coast Guard will treat us to a search and rescue demonstration in the Columbia River, off the 17th Street Pier.

Hosted by the U.S. Coast Guard Sector Columbia River.

Presented by U.S. Coast Guard

Join us at the beautiful Bowline Hotel for the Astoria Regatta High Water Boat Parade Watch Party! Enjoy one of the best waterfront views in Astoria as decorated boats cruise the Columbia River during this beloved Regatta tradition.

Relax with delicious food and beverages available for purchase while taking in the festive atmosphere with family and friends. Whether you're a longtime Regatta supporter or experiencing the High Water Boat Parade for the first time, the Bowline Hotel offers the perfect place to celebrate Astoria's rich maritime heritage.

Come early to grab a great viewing spot and enjoy an unforgettable evening on the river during the Astoria Regatta!

Highwater Boat Parade

An Astoria Regatta Signature Event

A favorite event at the Regatta Festival, the Highwater Boat Parade takes place on the Columbia River. This parade features a variety of boats including service groups, the commercial industry, and sports crafts just to name a few. Be sure to catch the Regatta Court on the Bar Pilot’s boat leading the parade. You can view the parade from many restaurants on the water as well as docks along the riverfront.

A Tradition Returns.

The Clatsop County Softball League is proud to announce the return of the Astoria Regatta Softball Tournament, officially in partnership with the Astoria Regatta!

For many years, this was one of the premier slowpitch tournaments on the Oregon Coast. Teams traveled from all over to compete, friendships were built, and memories were made. We’re honored to help bring this tradition back.

We know this year’s tournament isn’t taking place during Regatta Week—and that’s intentional. This is the first step in rebuilding something special. Our vision is to grow this tournament each year and return it to its rightful place as a featured event during Astoria Regatta Week.

This is where the comeback begins.

August 15–16, 2026
Astoria Middle School
Saturday: Men’s Tournament (10-team cap)
Sunday: Coed Tournament (10-team cap)

$400 per team
USA Softball Sanctioned
Multiple divisions, team and individual awards

If you were part of the original Regatta Tournaments, we invite you to help write its next chapter. If you’ve never played in it, this is your chance to become part of a tradition that’s making its return.

Let’s fill these brackets, put on an incredible tournament, and show everyone why the Regatta Tournament deserves to be one of the premier slowpitch events on the Oregon Coast once again.

Team spots are limited and will fill quickly. Gather your squad, register early, and let’s make the return of the Astoria Regatta Softball Tournament one to remember.

$400 per team. 10-team limit each day. Let’s fill these brackets!

https://form.jotform.com/261808265213051