Montgomery County Kayak-a-Thon 2026

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Celebrate America 250 with a unique day on the Mohawk River during the Montgomery County Kayak-a-Thon! Paddlers will launch in Canajoharie and travel approximately 13 miles to Fonda Park, creating a patriotic wave of red, white, and blue along the Mohawk River.

The celebration continues at Fonda Park, where everyone is invited to enjoy:

🎶 Live Music featuring Spike and the Boys (5:00 PM)

🍔 Food Vendors

🌳 Family-Friendly Activities

🚣 A chance to welcome the arriving paddlers

Interested in participating? Kayakers, canoeists, and stand-up paddleboarders can register via the event link to reserve their spot.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/montgomery-kayak-a-thon-2026-tickets-1990518279758

To Register as a Vendor:

Contact the Village of Fonda Clerk: villageclerk@villageoffonda.ny.gov – 518.853.4335

Additional event details, schedules, parking information, and activities will be posted as they become available. Check back often for updates.

📍 Fonda Park
21–40 Park Street
Fonda, NY

Admission to Fonda Park activities is free and open to the public. Come spend the day celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary with music, food, recreation, and community on the banks of the historic Mohawk River. 🇺🇸