The Great Trent River Raft Race

When you sign your team up, you’re not just securing your lane on the river; you’re securing your VIP invite to the Captain's Meeting where we’ll be handing out exclusive 2027 race swag to all our registered crews! 👕🧢 See you next year!


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Captain’s Party – The Great Trent River Raft Race Captains Meeting JUNE 5, 2026 Captain's Meeting JUNE 6, 2025 The first 125 Captain’s and Racers to register are guaranteed a Race Visor & Swag Bag Load More

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🌊 THE TRENT RIVER HAS A NEW CREW OF LEGENDS! 🌊

What a day at Union Point Park! The 2026 Great Trent River Raft Race was one for the history books—full of heart, hustle, and some seriously impressive engineering.

Huge congratulations to all our winners who conquered the river! Check out the champions who took home the gold, silver, and bronze:

🚣 Anything That Floats
1st Place: #93 Three Stars & One Stripe/MOEN (Cpt. Jaylecia Maanoa)

2nd Place: #80 Party Time (Cpt. Megan McCollum)

3rd Place: #50 2one2design (Cpt. Fran Hughes)

🛶 Paddle Category
1st Place: #83 Kavsijakavua (Cpt. Bryaham Rodriques)

2nd Place: #30-A The Castaways - FedEx (Cpt. Shane Naber)

3rd Place: #38 Fenrir Fury (Cpt. Joe Seeley) — Shoutout to the team for donating their winnings to the Craven County Sheriff’s Animal Rescue Program! 🐾

🚲 Pedal Category
1st Place: #132 Ole Yeller (Cpt. Wally Seigo)

2nd Place: #46 B/S/H/ Freedom Cruisers (Cpt. David Harr)

3rd Place: #45 Queen Anne’s Revenge (Cpt. Mike Willoughby)

✨ Just For Fun Awards
We also had to recognize the teams that made the day unforgettable:

People’s Choice: #93 Three Stars & One Stripe / MOEN

Best Costume: #38 Fenrir’s Fury (Donated winnings to Religious Community Services!)

Most Creative: #45 Queen Anne’s Revenge

Broken Paddle Award: #71 Saint Porphyrious (Cpt. Caleb) — We’ve all been there!

A massive thank you to every captain, crew member, and spectator who made this year’s race the best one yet. You guys are what make our community so great!

Which raft was your favorite this year? Drop a shoutout to your favorite team in the comments! 👇

Time to Vote For People's Choice!

VOTE NOW FOR THE PEOPLES CHOICE AWARD This award will go to the raft voted as the most entertaining, creative, friendliest by YOU, the spectators. Vote for the raft you’d like to see receive this award. Voting will open at 11:00 and close at 3:00 TODAY.

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VOTE NOW FOR THE PEOPLES CHOICE AWARD This award will go to the raft voted as the most entertaining, creative, friendliest by YOU, the spectators. Vote for the raft you’d like to see receive this award. Voting will open at 11:00 and close at 3:00 TODAY.

Get a look at these stunning, custom-carved trophies for this year’s winners, handcrafted by The Wood Shop at 919 Broad St., New Bern! We are so grateful to them for donating their time and materials to help make this year’s Great Trent River Raft Race truly unforgettable. 🏆✨ Be sure to stop by!

Calling all Captains and Sponsors! Get ready to mix, mingle, and feast! 5:30 behind the New Bern New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce!

We are thrilled to kick off this year’s race in style. Join us for an evening of great music, cold drinks, and delicious eats by Gigis Snack Shack. The menu features three signature burger options and two delicious chicken sandwich varieties.

Music: DJ Fred Rouse (of Beach Boogie and Blues)

Beverages: Provided by The Great Trent River Raft Race

Water: Courtesy of our presenting sponsor, Zaytoun-Raines

Guest Policy: Guests are welcome! Food tickets are available for $20.00.