UISCE ÁLAINN SLIGO *** DRAGON BOATS *** KAYAKS *** ROWERS
Uisce Álainn 2026
Saturday 2nd May 2026 | 10am to 9pm
A distance Picnic Paddle event held on the
Garavogue River and Lough Gill.
Workshops for Public and Families
**PADDLERS**
• 10:00-10:30 Registration
• 11:00-11:15 Warm-up
• 11:15-11:30 Safety brief
• 11:30-12:00 Load boats to rally at Doorly Pk pontoon start line
• 12:00-12:30 Awaken the Dragon & Flower Ceremony
• 12:30-17:30 Approx, Picnic Paddle on the water, Garavogue river, Lough Gill
• 17:30-18:00 Boats out & trailers loaded
• 18:30-21:00 Approx, food & live music with Hughie Lowry on The Rose of Innisfree Tourboat berthed at the stage pontoon
Note: 14-18 paddlers per Dragon Boat Team
Schedule of Events
**PUBLIC**
• 11:30-16:00 Memory Tree at the Stage Pontoon
• 12:00-12:30 Awaken the Dragon & Flower Ceremony
• Interactive Workshops Doorly Pk slipway, 2pm, 3pm
• Quiet Hour Interactive Workshop Doorly Pk slipway 4pm
PADDLING FOR UNITY
We invite you to join Uisce Álainn Sligo, a participatory distance picnic paddle that brings our community together on the majestic Garavogue River and Lough Gill.
Led by Medb’s Dragon Warriors, this event is a celebration of unity and resilience, open to experienced Dragon Boat paddlers, L2+ Kayakers, and Rowers alike.
BLUE MENTAL
HEALTH
Beyond the physical challenge, we paddle with purpose, focusing on Blue Mental Health, embracing the healing power of the waters.
It is more than an event; it is a shared journey of remembrance and connection.
BIODIVERSITY
POLICY
The Uisce Álainn event is a celebration of beautiful waters, biodiversity and community spirit, featuring people-powered watercraft including dragon boats, kayaks, and rowboats.
As organisers and participants, we are committed to safeguarding biodiversity, supporting environmental stewardship, and aligning our actions with the 'Sport 4 Nature' initiative. This policy outlines our dedication to protecting local ecosystems, promoting sustainability, and fostering collaboration with leading conservation organisations.