Labor Day River Party

Get ready to make a splash! Your unforgettable Labor Day weekend starts August 31!   – after all, we are the home of the brave! Join the best in the business – 𝗥𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗺𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗲𝘀 & 𝗥𝗶𝗽 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 for a river party like never before! See you there. The River’s calling!

✨ ✨ 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦 ✨ ✨
Saturday, August 31st – A Day of Live Music 🎶
Kick off the weekend with an incredible lineup of live music hosted on the Island at Rafting in the Smokies that will have you dancing all day and into the night! Here’s what’s in store:

🎸 𝗕𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗨𝗣 🎸
𝟭:𝟬𝟬-𝟯:𝟬𝟬𝗽𝗺 – The first act is still being finalized, but stay tuned for a fantastic opener!
𝟯:𝟯𝟬-𝟱:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺 – Enjoy the smooth sounds of Roy Saunders from Knoxville. His unique blend of country and rock will set the perfect vibe for the afternoon.
𝟲:𝟬𝟬-𝟴:𝟬𝟬𝗽𝗺 – Get ready for the Zak Saltz Band from Bristol, bringing their energetic and soulful performance to the stage.
𝟴:𝟯𝟬-𝟭𝟭:𝟬𝟬𝗽𝗺 – Close out the evening with Jerry Rigged from Gatlinburg. Their high-energy show will keep the party going late into the night!

🍦 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗢𝗣𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 🍦
The Sweet Toad food truck will be at RITS, serving up delicious eats all day long. We’re working on adding more food options, so stay tuned!

🎣 𝗙𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗚 🎣
Spend the day relaxing on the water, casting a line and reel in memories with our expert guides through a Guided Fishing Tour at Rip Roaring Adventures. It’s the perfect way to unwind and enjoy nature. (3555 Wheat Rd. Hartford, TN 37753)

🛶 𝗞𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 🛶
Explore the Big Pigeon River with Inflatable Kayak Trips offered at Rip Roaring Adventures. (3555 Wheat Rd. Hartford, TN 37753)

🌊 𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 🌊
For those looking for a bit more adventure, join us for a thrilling rafting experience! We’ll be hitting the rapids, making the weekend (including Sunday!) action-packed! You won’t want to miss out. For those who want a milder experience, we also have a Lower Pigeon trip, which is suitable for those ages three and up! (Rafting in the Smokies: 3595 Hartford Road, Hartford, TN 37753 – OR AT – Rip Roaring Adventures: 3555 Wheat Rd. Hartford, TN 37753)

🇺🇸 𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗢𝗘𝗦 🇺🇸
In addition to supporting Wounded Warrior Project, we are also supporting our Veterans and active military.

🪖 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦 & 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 🪖
Active military and Veterans can enjoy all activities for free, plus free parking as a small token of our appreciation.

🤑 𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗦 🤑
Immediate family members receive $15 off activities and 15% off all items in our retail store (excluding photos) with ID using promo code: MILITARY15. This code is valid only for Labor Day weekend and can be booked online.

𝗪𝗛𝗬 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗗 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗨𝗦
This event is more than just a weekend of fun—it’s a chance to come together as a community and honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Whether you’re here for the music, the outdoor activities, or just to relax with friends and family, there’s something for everyone. Plus, you’ll be surrounded by beautiful scenery, making it the perfect backdrop for a memorable Labor Day weekend.

So, mark your calendars, gather your friends, and come celebrate with us! Keep an eye out for more updates as we finalize the lineup and details. We can’t wait to see you there!

Tickets are NOT needed for this event.