White Water Festival
June 12 - 15, 2025
Every year, the FIBArk website, like the festival itself, is reimagined, updated, and dynamic until the festival starts.
Be sure to REFRESH this page and all pages to get the most accurate information, links, and dates.
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MUST-SEE EVENTS
HOOLIGAN RACE
Calling this a whitewater paddling event may be generous, but saying it is one of the most fun events of FIBArk would be right on. The Hooligan Race is open to anything that floats that’s not a boat. Hooligans dress up in costume and the winner is usually not just the fastest but often one of the few left standing, or, floating. This spectacle of “controlled chaos” is a local tradition that always produces a huge turnout. Don’t miss it!
fun for the whole family
LIVE MUSIC
Located in Salida’s historic downtown, Riverside Park and amphitheater is the center of FIBArk activity and entertainment. Enjoy 3 nights and 4 days of live music throughout the weekend right alongside the banks of the Arkansas River. You won't want to miss this year's lineup!
MOUNTAIN FAMILY VILLAGE
We have decided to step up our kids programming this year as a treat for adults and kids alike. Keep an ear out for all of the kid-centric specialties coming to the play-ground side of Riverside Park. We will update this site with tons of fun over the next few months.
vendor village
If you were a fan of our long loved “vendor alley”, you will love our new “vendor village”. Vendor village is being perfectly curated to fit the FIBArk vibe. Keep an eye out on this site in the next month for a finalized vendor list.
friday, june 13th
The Rumble
8:00 pm
On Mardi Gras morning, your eyes may feast on the intricate and elaborate beadwork of the Indians as they dance down the street, but the first thing you'll hear when they make their way toward you is the back line, known as "the rumble". Featuring seven GRAMMY-nominated musicians, The Rumble is more than just a band — it's an opportunity to be immersed in a wholly unique facet of New Orleans culture. Composed of Big Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. of the Young Eagles, trumpeter Aurélien Barnes, trombonist José Maize Jr., bassist TJ Norris, guitarist Ari Teitel, keyboardist Andriu Yanovski, and drummer Trenton O’Neal, the group fuses iconic New Orleans funk in the vein of The Meters and The Neville Brothers — but updated, modern and vibrant befitting the next generation — with electrifying brass and the singular visual splendor of the Black Masking carnival tradition.
saturday, june 14
Paizley Park
8:00 pm
Experience the electrifying energy and timeless genius of Prince with Paizley Park, Colorado’s premier tribute band. Led by the charismatic Phillip Lamar, Paizley Park doesn’t just perform Prince’s music—they bring it to life with an immersive concert experience that captures the essence of the Purple One himself.
From the moment the lights dim and the first notes hit, audiences are transported into a world of funk, rock, and soul, complete with intricate choreography, dazzling costume changes, and spot-on musical precision. Every show is a celebration of Prince’s legacy, delivering iconic hits like Purple Rain, When Doves Cry, Kiss, and 1999 with passion, authenticity, and an undeniable groove.
Whether playing sold-out clubs, theaters, or festivals, Paizley Park is more than just a tribute—it’s a must-see performance that honors one of music’s greatest legends. Get ready to party like it’s 1999!