Witch Paddle
Witch Paddle is a paddle race on October 17, 2026 in Littleton, CO, with an entry fee of $50.
- Date
- October 17, 2026 (86 days to go)
- Price
- $50
- Sport
- Paddle
From the Organizer
Welcome to Witch Paddle, Colorado’s most magical morning on the water.
Each fall, hundreds of witches, warlocks, paddleboarders, kayakers, and magical misfits gather for a one-of-a-kind paddle across Chatfield Reservoir. Dressed in flowing black cloaks, pointed hats, and creative costumes, participants launch together as the morning mist lifts, creating an unforgettable sight on the water.
What started as a small gathering of 80 witches has grown into a sold-out community celebration with 400+ paddlers, spectators, vendors, music, costumes, and plenty of witchy fun.
Witch Paddle isn’t just about the paddle. It’s about connection, creativity, community, and giving back.
Participants can expect:
A magical morning paddle
Hundreds of witches on the water
Costume contests and photo moments
Local vendors and community gathering
A fun, welcoming environment for all skill levels
Witch Paddle is hosted in support of Sacred Sisterhood Collective Inc., a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to child safety, women-led community care, and healing-centered programs for women, children, and families.
Proceeds and donations help support child-safety partners, family-wellness initiatives, and the launch of Sacred Sisterhood Collective’s first local programs.
Whether you’re an experienced paddler or just here for the magic, Witch Paddle is an unforgettable way to celebrate the season while supporting a meaningful cause.
So grab your board, your broomstick, and your favorite witch hat.
The coven awaits.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
65°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
19%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kassler, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Littleton, CO
Population
45,092
as of 2023
City Elevation
5,445 ft
Nearest Airport
BJC
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport · 24 mi
Major Hub
DEN
Denver International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Witch Paddle, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
86
Days to train
- Race
- Witch Paddle
- Date
- October 17, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Paddle sports cover kayak, canoe, SUP, and outrigger racing on rivers, lakes, and open ocean — from short sprints to marathon distances, split by craft. The water and the weather are as much a part of the race as the field.
It's a full-body, low-impact way to race, where reading the water and a smooth, repeatable stroke matter as much as raw power.
Paddle Sports
Kayak, canoe, SUP, and outrigger races on rivers, lakes, and ocean. Sprints to marathon distances, split by craft.
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Witch Paddle
Oct 17, 2026