Rock Falls River Chase & Aqua Palooza Return! Boat Racing, Cardboard Regatta & Family Fun

Join host Kierstyn Long on this episode of Along the Rock as she sits down with Terry Hicks and Melinda Jones to preview one of the Sauk Valley's biggest summer weekends.

Learn how the Rock Falls River Chase returned after years away and has grown into an exciting stock outboard boat racing event featuring competitors of all ages. Plus, discover Aqua Palooza, a brand-new celebration bringing even more family-friendly fun to Rock Falls with fishing, live music, the inaugural Cardboard Regatta, food vendors, and more.

Whether you're a longtime River Chase fan or planning your first visit, this episode covers everything you need to know before heading to Rock Falls for a weekend packed with excitement on and around the water.

Event Information

📅 Rock Falls River Chase & Aqua Palooza
Saturday, August 15 & Sunday, August 16

Saturday Highlights
• Optimist Club Fishing Derby – Centennial Park
• Rock Falls River Chase boat racing
• Free concert by Brotherhood at the RB&W District
• Food vendors throughout the day

Sunday Highlights
• Rock Falls River Chase racing continues
• Cardboard Regatta at Centennial Park
• Sauk Valley Water Ski Show Duck Races at Seward Park
• Food and beverage vendors

💲 Admission is free. The Cardboard Regatta has a small registration fee for participants.

For additional event details and registration information, visit the Rock Falls River Chase and Aqua Palooza Facebook pages.

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🎤 Highlights:

0:00 – Intro

0:23 – What Is the Rock Falls River Chase?

1:39 – Bringing the River Chase Back

2:29 – What Is Aqua Palooza?

3:05 – The History of the River Chase

4:52 – Boat Racers of All Ages

5:57 – Aqua Palooza Activities

6:02 – Optimist Fishing Derby

6:48 – Live Music at The District

7:10 – Cardboard Regatta Explained

8:09 – Sauk Valley Water Ski Show & Duck Races

8:26 – Weekend Events Around Rock Falls

8:56 – Cardboard Regatta Awards

9:20 – How to Register

10:20 – Admission & Event Costs

11:09 – Final Thoughts

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