Make a Splash This Independence Day at the First-Ever Greater Pointe Coupee Chamber of Commerce Cardboard Boat Races!

Get ready for one of the most exciting and entertaining events of the summer! The Greater Pointe Coupee Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to introduce the First Annual Cardboard Boat Races, taking place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at The Landings Boat Ramp on beautiful False River.

Whether you are an experienced builder, a creative thinker, or simply looking for a fun way to celebrate Independence Day, this event is for you! Gather your family, friends, coworkers, church group, civic organization, or neighborhood team and put your imagination to work by designing and building a boat made primarily from cardboard. Then, put your creation to the ultimate test as you race across False River for a chance to earn bragging rights and exciting awards.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026

Location: The Landings Boat Ramp, False River

Boat/Raft Check-In & Inspection: 1:30 p.m.

Race Begins: 2:00 p.m.

Awards

Participants will compete for several exciting awards, including:

🏆 Best in Show
🚢 Titanic Award (Most Spectacular Sinking)
🥇 1st Place Medal
🥈 2nd Place Medal
🥉 3rd Place Medal

Sometimes staying afloat is only half the fun!

Divisions

To encourage participation from all ages, the event will feature two divisions:

Youth Division: Ages 8–17
Adult Division: Ages 18 and older

Register Your Team Today

Registration packets are now available and include team registration, participant waiver, parent/guardian consent, media release, and complete race rules.

Completed registration packets should be emailed to Kurt Kellerman at kellerwood@aol.com.

Join the Fun!

Whether you're racing, cheering from the shore, volunteering, or sponsoring the event, we invite everyone to be part of this exciting new Independence Day tradition. Bring your creativity, your competitive spirit, and your sense of adventure as we celebrate our community on the waters of False River.

For additional information or to request a registration or sponsorship packet, contact Kurt Kellerman at (225)603-7831 or email edirector@pcchamber.net.

Download the packet here: file:///C:/Users/lambe/Downloads/PC_Chamber_Cardboard_Boat_Race_Registration_Waiver_Packet.docx%20(1)%20(1).pdf

We cannot wait to see what amazing creations hit the water on Saturday, July 4. Start building, gather your team, and get ready to Build It. Paddle It. Race It!