Memorial Day Celebration
Start the holiday with a Saturday morning race through the Whitewater Center’s trail system to go with pass activities and yoga. Enjoy live music throughout the weekend and illuminated activities on Sunday evening.
Compete in a raft race down the Competition Channel in teams of 4-6 while collecting as many greasy watermelons as possible. The team who wrangles the most watermelons within the time limit wins.
Date
May 24-25, 2025
Price
Free










Schedule
Watermelon Wrangle
A Whitewater twist on the classic pool game: race down the Competition Channel (class III-IV rapids) while competing to collect the most greasy watermelons in your raft. Whoever wrangles the most watermelons wins.
A $25 pre-registration is required. Register as an individual or a team of 4-6 people. Individuals will be matched into teams. Competitors must be at least 16 years of age. The Watermelon Wrangle is an unguided raft race.
Night Ops
The celebration goes into the night with illuminated pass activities:
- Rafting and kayaking on the Competition Channel
- Ziplining
- Wildwoods
- Deep water solo climbing
Access these nighttime experiences until 10pm with an activity pass.
Yoga
Find your flow at South Ridge for outdoor yoga sessions throughout the weekend.
Open Level Flow: An intermediate Vinyasa Flow that’s challenging and leaves you feeling refreshed and invigorated.
Slow Flow: A slower paced flow for beginner to intermediate yogis. This class is perfect to turn inward, alleviate stress, and restore energy levels.
Fun Flow: A Vinyasa Flow class with an emphasis on having fun. Challenging postures are offered in addition to modifications to engage multiple skill levels.
SUP Yoga
Experience a yoga practice on stand-up paddle boards while on the Catawba River.
SUP Yoga has a limited capacity and requires registration in advance. If you have a Day Pass or Annual Pass please call Guest Services at 704.391.3900 to reserve your spot. Otherwise, use the button below to register.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Location: Flatwater
Times: 11:00 am
Summertime Specials
Visit the Whitewater Center’s food and beverage outlets to enjoy a special selection of summertime favorites, including smoked turkey legs, corn on the cob, and berry pie. Menu coming soon.
Used Bike & Boat Sale
Shop from the tuned-up, marked-down rental fleet at the Used Bike & Boat Sale. Brands include Specialized, Dagger, and more.
The sale begins at 8:00am while supplies last.
Details:
Bike and boat pricing will be specific to each based on condition and components.
Conditions of sale:
- All sales are final.
- Used bikes are refurbished, professionally tuned, and in working condition with many new parts.
- There is no warranty; bikes and boats are purchased “as is”.
For more information, call 704.391.3900.