1ST ANNUAL DOHENY PADDLE FEST 2026

Event Info:
Friday October 2nd:
The Official Doheny PaddleFest Welcome Party
Friday Highlights:
• Athlete Registration & Check-In
• Swag Bag Pickup
• Sponsor & Vendor Networking
• Racer Meet & Greet
• Community Gathering
• Race Weekend Kickoff
We will kick off race weekend with athlete registration, sponsor networking, meet-and-greet opportunities, and swag pickup. Visiting teams, paddlers, sponsors, vendors, and community members will gather together ahead of race day in a relaxed coastal atmosphere just steps from Doheny Beach at the beautiful Hilton Garden Inn.
Hilton Garden Inn
Dana 34402 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, Ca 92629
Saturday October 3rd:
Day of Race
HOST HOTEL Hilton Garden INN
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach will serve as the official host hotel for Doheny PaddleFest, creating a central hub for athletes, sponsors, vendors, and event guests throughout race weekend.
Hilton Garden Inn
Dana 34402 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, Ca 92629
The Hilton Garden Inn will host:
• Athlete Registration
• Racer Check-In & Discount room option
• Meet & Greet Events
• Sponsor & Community Networking
• Official Swag Bag and Merchandise Pickup
Located just steps from Doheny State Beach and the event venue, the host hotel provides a premium coastal experience for visiting teams and paddlers traveling from around the world. The partnership helps create a professional and organized event atmosphere while giving sponsors additional visibility and engagement opportunities throughout the weekend.
Race Day Schedule:
6 A.M. Registration Opens
8:45 A.M. Hawaiian Blessing
9 A.M. - 4 P.M. Racing & Expo Activities
Throughout the day:
• Kids Activities • Vendor Expo • Sponsor Activations
Official After Party: Hosted by Killer Dana (Begins @ 6 P.M.)
The official after party will bring together
paddlers, sponsors, spectators, and the local
community for an evening celebrating the
return of paddle racing to Doheny Beach.
Hosted by the iconic Killer Dana brand, the
evening will feature food vendors, giveaways,
music, sponsor engagement, and a strong
Southern California beach culture atmosphere.
After Party Features:
• Giveaways & Sponsor Swag
• Food Vendors
• Community Celebration
• Music & Entertainment
• Athlete & Sponsor Networking
• Coastal Lifestyle Atmosphere
• Good Vibes & Ocean Culture Celebration