Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny is back! This event is a local tradition that celebrates the undeniable resiliency of the Port Hope community and the Ganaraska River.
Float Your Fanny returns April 11, 2026.
This celebration of community is a wild and wacky salute to spring. Visit the official event website to find out more about this long-standing Port Hope tradition.
Ready to race? Here’s What to Know Before You Float.
Float your Fanny participant checklist
- Suit up: Dry suits are highly recommended
- Safety first: Wear a lifejacket and bring a bailer.
- Grab your paddle: The water's fast and you need to be strong!
- Costume contest: Now's the time to show off your silly side. We dare you!
- Fannyville finish: Enjoy amenities in the event village at the finish line.
- Sign up: Register your craft and team.
History and Events Along the Ganaraska
The Ganaraska River is at the heart of Float Your Fanny, with a rich history and a community that continues to gather along its banks. Take a moment to learn more about the river’s past and see what else is flowing through Port Hope this season.
Get up to speed on all the details from the flood of 1980. This in-depth research provided by the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority will answer all your questions! Fast fact, the peak flow of the river during the time of flooding was 425 cubic metres per second. That is 10 Olympic-size swimming pools!
Check out our online community calendar to view local events, programs and celebrations happening this spring.
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