Poky Paddle
2025
Poky Paddle
Get ready for Poky Paddle — the most laid-back, fun-filled day on the Portneuf River! Join us at Centennial Park for a FREE community event that’s all about good food, good music, and good vibes. This family-friendly event is brought to you by the Pocatello-Chubbuck Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Healthy City, USA. All proceeds go straight to Portneuf River Vision — helping to keep our river as cool as the drinks in your hand.
- Find food trucks with flavors that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance.
- Enjoy LIVE music that'll have you swaying with the current.
- Discover one-of-a-kind treasures from local vendors that’ll have you saying, “Where has this been all my life?”
So, grab your crew, pack your sunscreen, and come for an evening of fabulous floating fun!
Friday, June 13, 2025
5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Centennial Park
S Grant Ave & Idaho St, Pocatello, Idaho
Centennial Park
The main celebration will be going down at Centennial Park, but the adventure starts wherever you want to begin!
- Launch at Taysom Rotary Park and float your way to the party at Centennial.
- Or, kick off at Edson Fichter for a scenic drift right into the heart of the action.
BONUS: We’ve got you covered with FREE shuttle service to get you to your starting point, so you can focus on floating, not on figuring out how to get there.
Centennial Park
Poky Paddle Highlights
Local Vendors
Browse the wares of local vendors at our marketplace.
Food Trucks
Purchase delicious food from one of our food trucks.
Beer
Buy a refreshing beer to accompany your food truck meal.
Live Music
Jam to live music provided by the band Best By Yesterday.
Free Parking
Find a free parking spot at lots close to Centennial Park.
Shuttle Rides
Take a free shuttle ride to Taysom Rotary Park or Edson Fichter to start your float.
Shuttle Service
Provided for free by
Shuttle Schedule
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Shuttle Route
- Centennial Park to Taysom Rotary Park (for a 0.5-mile float)
- Centennial Park to Edson Fichter (for a 2.5-mile float)
River Rentals
Looking to conquer the mighty current (or at least gently bob downstream)? We’ve got you covered. Our premium river float rentals include everything you need to become a professional Portneuf lounger. Provided by:
City of Pocatello Outdoor Recreation
ISU Outdoor Adventure Center
YAKSUP
H2O Adventures
Offering: Barbecue
Offering: Venezuelan Cuisine
Offering: Sweet and Savory Crepes
Offering: Snow Cones
Offering: Smashed Lemonade
Offering: Ice Cream
Offering: Craft Beer
Good Grub
After you drift down the river, let your taste buds ride a wave of flavor!
Our Food Truck Bay will be docked and ready with everything from juicy BBQ to frosty treats — perfect for refueling after your float. Whether you crave crepes, brewed beer, or something sweet, we’ve got riverside bites to keep your vibrations high and your belly full.
Paddle, party, and pull up for a plate — no raft required!
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Community Sponsors
Supporting the Portneuf River
Our valued community sponsors play a pivotal role in bringing our Portneuf River vision to life. Call us at 208-233-1525 to learn more about our sponsorship opportunities!
Gold Sponsors ($400)
Silver Sponsors ($300)
Bronze Sponsors ($150)
Individual Sponsors ($35)
