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.
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!
Make the most of your time by the Ganaraska River. Follow the Fitness Loop, a scenic 2-km riverside trail with six physical activity stations that invite you to stop, move, and enjoy the outdoors. While you’re out, challenge yourself to spot as many public art installations around town as you can.
What is Ganny Weekend?
Ganny Weekend is more than an event. It’s a feeling. Often called Port Hope’s unofficial holiday, it marks the return of spring and the start of a season spent outside, together. While it grew around Float Your Fanny, Ganny Weekend has become something bigger: a chance to reconnect after winter, celebrate tradition, honour our relationship with the Ganaraska River, and show support for the businesses that help our community thrive.
To learn more about the history and spirit behind the weekend, we invite you to listen to this AI-powered conversation which explores what makes Ganny Weekend such a meaningful Port Hope tradition.
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.
Community Event Calendar
Check out our online community calendar to view local events, programs and celebrations happening this spring.
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