River Town Festival

Name: River Town Festival
Start: 2026-07-18T00:00:00-04:00

Time:

July 18, 2026

Cost

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Location:

Hiwassee River Blueway Cherokee Crossing

Phone:

423-336-2348

Email:

citymanager@calhounrivertown.com

Visit Calhoun for the annual River Town Festival right on the scenic Hiwassee River. Activities will be held at the Hiwassee River Blueway Cherokee Crossing. This fun filled day on the river will begin with a charity Rubber Duck race, followed by guided historical paddles, excursions on the Hiwassee Queen, cardboard boat regatta, and a glow in the dark paddle with fireworks! Check out the newly renovated boat launch!

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