Catawba Riverkeeper
Floating Concert
August 2nd, 2025
4:00 - 6:00 pm
South Fork River of the Catawba River Basin
McAdenville Greenway Boat Launch to Centennial Center River Access
Don't miss this special opportunity to experience live county folk music while floating down the South Fork River alongside the band Hiram! The Floating Concert will take place on the calm section of the river (between McAdenville Greenway Boat Launch and Centennial Center River Access in Cramerton) and is perfect for beginners and seasoned paddlers alike.
Click the appropriate button below to get your tickets today! Ticket options for bringing your own paddlecraft and for renting a kayak are both available.
Proceeds of your ticket purchase will directly benefit Catawba Riverkeeper's work of protecting the local waterway that millions of Carolinians rely on daily for electricity, drinking water, and recreation.
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Who's Playing?
Local Gaston County Country Band Hiram will be taking the floating stage for a second time at this year's Floating Concert! Check out their music before August 2nd by visiting them on Bandcamp or on their social media. Trust us when we say that you're in for a great show in addition to a memorable river experience!
Safety & Age Requirements
For your safety and the safety of all other attendees, we recommend that all children and minors under 18 be accompanied by an adult and all children ages 4-8 be in a craft with an adult. We do not recommend bringing children ages 3 and under.
All participants should also be equipped with a personal flotation device (PFD). All children ages 13 and under are required to wear a coast guard rated PFD at all times while on the water. Should you choose a "bring your own kayak" ticket option, please note that we will not have extra PFDs available for you to use. All other ticket options will come with a PFD and paddle.
Shuttle Service (1:00 - 3:30 pm)
Follow these steps to make sure you and your car end up in the right places to enjoy the Floating Concert!
- Drop off your kayaks at the McAdenville Greenway Park. (This does not apply if you are renting your boats from us!)
- Park your car in downtown Cramerton. Parking here is free!
- Take the free shuttle from downtown Cramerton to McAdenville Greenway Park. The shuttle will be available every 15 minutes from 1:00 - 3:30 PM. (The shuttle DOES NOT TRANSPORT BOATS. Boats must be dropped off at the concert entry point in McAdenville prior to parking and taking the shuttle.
FAQs
Are innertubes allowed?
While innertubes and other inflatables are permitted, we do not recommend them. If you do decide to participate with a tube, we strongly encourage you to attach your float to a friend's kayak or bring your own paddle to help you keep up with the stage and not be left behind.
Where will the Floating Concert begin and end?
The Floating Concert will begin at 4:00 PM at the McAdenville Greenway Boat Launch. Signs will direct you toward where to check-in with your tickets, pick up any rented boats, and put your boats in the water. Our staff will be there to help make this process as easy as possible! The concert will be on the water for two hours and will end in downtown Cramerton at the Centennial Center River Access at 6:00 PM. Our staff will be there to help you exit the water.
I've never kayaked before. Can I still attend the Floating Concert?
Absolutely! This section of the river is what we normally call our "Slow Flow" paddle, meaning that it is perfect for beginners and seasoned kayakers alike!
Is a Shuttle Service provided?
Yes! See the Shuttle Service section above for details. Please note that the shuttle will only be available prior to the concert from 1:00 - 3:30 PM.
Questions? Email us at
susannah.b@catawbariverkeeper.org.
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