TOM FOOLERY OUTDOORS

FLOAT SHOWS

 

We are taking over slow moving rivers and lakes  in Southwest Ohio to host Float Shows! Our giant paddleboards make the perfect floating stage and your invited to join our paddle party! No sh*t shows here only our regions finest and most adventurous musicians will take the stage. Bring your kayak, SUP or canoe and join us on the river. What a perfect way to enjoy a hot summer night in Dayton, Ohio.

 

2026 Schedule: 

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• July 28 - 630-8 pm Lock 9 Park Piqua, OH featuring The Rong Brothers​

• Aug 5 - 630-8 pm Riverscape MetroPark Dayton, OH featuring Will Cook

• Aug 9 - 3:30-5 pm Cranes Run Park Miamisburg, OH featuring Max Nunery

• Aug 12 - 630-8 pm Riverscape MetroPark Dayton, OH featuring Khrys Blank

• Aug 15 - 8:30-10 pm Glow Float Show Canoe Ramp Tipp City OH featuring The Goldsberrys Duo

• Aug 16 - 3:30-5 pm Cranes Run Park Miamisburg, OH featuring Harold Hensley Music

• Aug 19 - 630-8 pm Riverscape MetroPark Dayton, OH featuring Midwestern MRS sponsored by 

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• Aug 20 - 630-8 pm Lock 9 Park Piqua, OH featuring Daniel Dye

• Aug 23 - 4-5:30 pm Dr. Michael Bowers Lake Englewood, OH featuring TBA

• Aug 26 - 630-8 pm Riverscape MetroPark Dayton, OH featuring Sam Frampton

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Boat Options:

• *Rent a kayak! We are partnering with Taiters Kayak to offer rentals. Contact Charlie Overlock for availability at 326-220-7952. $25 rental fee in advance is recommended as availability is limited. Book, pay and sign waiver at TaitersKayak.com

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• Rent a giant paddleboard built for up to 6 people (1500 lbs). Three available for each event.  $100 rental fee. Must reserve and pay in advance at TaitersKayak.com,

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• Bring your own canoe, kayak or paddleboard and haul boat on your own to river or lake.

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Fifty West After Parties 

​Join a Fifty West Brewing After Party following all events. Celebrate an evening on the water with like minded people at the hippest spots in town. Wear a life jacket and keep the vibe going for a chance to win Tomfoolery Outdoors surprises.

​After Party Locations: 

• Dayton - Silos

• Miamisburg - Bennett's Publical 

• Piqua - Crooked Handle Brewing

• Tipp City - Chappy's 

• Englewood - TBD

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Parking 

Convenient FREE options are available at all events. Allow time to park nearby then carry your vessel and gear to the riverbank. or lake. 

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Pricing

Shows are FREE but donations/tips are accepted for staff, permits and logistics. Please note all guests must wear a lifejacket and alcohol is not permitted on any public waterway. Cash contributions are accepted along with electronic options. venmo - @tomfooleryoutdoors or paypal - @canoegrass

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