The Paddle Sports Show returns to Strasbourg next week, running from Tuesday, September 30 to Thursday, October 2.
The Show begins Monday evening with the Paddle Sports Show Film Festival, featuring six short films alongside the feature-length Big Water Theory, directed by Emily Dominé and starring Nouria Newman with two childhood friends. With stories spanning the full range of paddlesports, from whitewater to sea, it promises to be an unforgettable evening. Early-bird rates are still available for online registration.
The Show itself offers a chance to discover the latest innovations in paddlesports, take part in talks and conferences addressing key industry topics, and reconnect with old friends while meeting new ones. If you are still considering attending in person, be sure to check our “Why Attend” page for details.
Throughout the week, our media team will provide extensive coverage of new products and releases, capturing the spirit and atmosphere of the Show. Follow Paddler’s Guide TV on YouTube, as well as our Instagram and Facebook accounts, for real-time updates. More in-depth product features will also appear across our platforms.
Here’s where to follow along:
- General Coverage: Paddler’s Guide TV (YouTube), paddlerguide.com, Instagram, Facebook, and thepaddlesportshow.com (see Industry Releases), along with our LinkedIn and Facebook profiles.
- Whitewater: kayaksession.com, Kayak Session TV (YouTube), Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
- Recreational paddling, sea kayaking, canoeing, and river running: paddleworld.com, Instagram, and Facebook.
- SUP, inflatables, and e-paddling: supworldmag.com, Instagram, and Facebook.
The week also features the 2026 Product of the Year Awards, with winners announced on Wednesday, October 1. With twelve awards handed out, the Product of the Year Awards cover all the facets of paddlesports.
Whether you join from Strasbourg or follow along online, it will be a chance to see what’s new across the paddlesports world.