All are welcome to attend the 2026 City of Water Day Opening Ceremony, which features Cardboard Kayak Racing.
Event Details
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Teams of City of Water Day event organizers and invited guests will design and build kayaks out of cardboard and tape, and race them in the water. Come watch the fun and cheer on your favorites! Races begin at 5:45 PM.
Did you know that New York City has 520 miles of coastline? Join us as we celebrate our city’s countless ways to connect with local waterways during annual event is organized by the Waterfront Alliance, NY-NJ Harbor & Estuary Program.
City of Water Day brings together many partners across our region to offer inspiring events that share the importance of a resilient and equitably shared waterfront.