Float Fest is Mississippi Park Connection’s river-based community celebration bringing people together on the Mississippi River to enjoy recreation, connection, and time outdoors. Building on a successful community pilot in 2025, Float Fest returns in 2026 with expanded programming designed for paddlers, floaters, families, and river lovers of all experience levels. The event celebrates the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area as a place for joy, exploration, and shared stewardship.
Float Fest 2026 is proudly presented by Bolton & Menk, an employee-owned engineering and planning firm that helps communities design and build the infrastructure, parks, and public spaces that connect people and improve everyday life.
We’re grateful for their support in bringing Float Fest to life and creating a memorable experience for our community.
