Join us for Stars, Stripes & Montana Skies during the 2026 Flotilla & Alumni Weekend!
Friday, July 24th & Saturday, July 25th 2026
STARS, STRIPES & MONTANA SKIES
Brought to you by the Twin Bridges Community Association, Ruby Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture, 3 Rivers Communications, Route 287 Trading Company, and American Legion Post 31.
Float Pre-Registration is Open!
Click to Enter Your Float
(pre-registration is not required, but highly encouraged)
Twin Bridges Floating Flotilla & Alumni Weekend
The Floating Flotilla Fish Fantasies is our river parade and a Twin Bridges tradition. Each summer, folks take to the Beaverhead in rafts, drift boats, kayaks, and just about anything that floats, all decorated to match the year’s theme.
The river flows through the heart of our valley, passing by the fairgrounds, working lands, and local businesses that define the town's character and sustain its way of life. When the Flotilla comes through, people gather along the banks to watch, visit, and take it all in. It brings together families, neighbors, local businesses, and visitors for a day that reflects the best of our community and the summer season we all look forward to.
The weekend also includes the Twin Bridges Alumni Banquet, which brings generations together for an evening of connection, recognition, and community pride. Held Saturday evening, the banquet celebrates local roots while supporting the future, with scholarships awarded to students continuing their education.
Throughout the weekend, you can expect many of the longtime favorites, along with a few thoughtful additions, as we continue to build it back to what it has been at its best.
We’re looking to grow participation on the river and throughout the town, and welcome additional float entries, ideas, and community partnerships to help expand the event. As the weekend continues to grow, we see it becoming not just a local tradition but a draw for the broader region.
2026 FLOTILLA
Check back often! We will update activities as we confirm the details.
Join the fun on Friday, July 24th.
Registration starts at 5:00 PM at the Madison County Fairgrounds Office.
10$ per player.
Tee Time is at 6:00 PM!
Lots of prizes and cash awards!
Courtesy of Sunny Harmon / The Cabinet Stop.
The Twin Bridges Farmers Market is a summer staple and a favorite stop during Flotilla Weekend. Held at City Park from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays (May - September), the market brings together local growers, makers, and vendors offering everything from fresh produce and baked goods to handmade items and locally made treasures.
The Horseshoe Tournament is a long-standing part of Flotilla Weekend, held at the fairgrounds. It kicks off at 9:00 a.m., with participants gathering at the horseshoe pits to sign up and join in. Play typically follows a bracket-style format, with a mix of returning players and first-timers.
The Community BBQ runs from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., usually set up on the fairgrounds side of the river, near the horseshoe pits. Community volunteers offer a simple, easy lunch in the middle of a full day of events. Burgers or hot dogs, chips, and a drink are available for a small cost, with proceeds supporting the event.
The Floating River Parade is the centerpiece of Flotilla Weekend, taking place on the Beaverhead River at 12:00 p.m., with floats lining up around 11:30 a.m. Participants launch upstream and float past town in rafts, drift boats, kayaks, and just about anything that floats, decorated to match the year’s theme (Stars, Stripes & Montana Skies).
Float pre-registration is not required, but it is encouraged to help with planning and announcements. Participants can also register on the morning of at the fairgrounds near the put-in. Click here to pre-register your float!
The Rubber Duck Races follow directly after the Floating River Parade and keep the action going along the river. Once the last floats pass through, ducks are released and make their way downstream as the crowd watches to see which one comes out ahead.
Duck tickets are $5 each and available for purchase from local Twin Bridges Businesses.
Join us for the Twin Bridges Cruise In Car Show! An all-day community event hosted by Route 287 Trading Company. Registration closes at 10 am. $10 per vehicle. A raffle ticket is included with registration. Pre-register via email at route287trading@gmail.com.
All cars, trucks, and vehicle classes welcome.
Trophies will be awarded via People's Choice in different classes.
Rugrat class for the kids. Have them bring their favorite “ride.”
Raffle items.
Swap meet (contact Route 287 Trading if you’re interested in a space).
Saddle up and join the fun! Community volunteers will host a western-themed Buckaroo Play Zone featuring stick horse barrel racing and other fun activities.
This free, drop-in activity is open to all ages, so grab a stick horse and show off your best barrel racing skills! Parent or guardian supervision is encouraged for younger participants.
Keep an eye out for Neil Sauter of Sauter Balloons, roaming throughout Saturday’s festivities in patriotic garb and on stilts! Neil will be making appearances at the Farmers Market, Car Show, and along the Flotilla river parade route, creating and giving away free balloon creations for kids and families throughout the day.
Courtesy of 3 Rivers Communications and coordinated by the Twin Bridges Community Association (TBCA).
Stop by and say hello to Kayla Robbins with Helping Hooves, who will be bringing an adorable baby goat for a special meet-and-greet during Saturday’s festivities! Kids and families are invited to stop in, meet the goat, and enjoy fun activity pages while learning more about Helping Hooves and their mission.
A fun stop for animal lovers of all ages!
Stop by Jessen Park for cool treats and kid-friendly fun with the Snow Cone Lady, coordinated by Ruby Valley Medical Center. Kids can take a turn picking from a kiddie pool full of balloons featuring surprise prizes — including tickets for a free snow cone and other fun goodies.
The 94th Annual Twin Bridges Alumni Banquet will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 6:00 PM at Twin Bridges High School.
Dinner tickets are $25, with catering by Pig Out BBQ.
While the event is centered around alumni, all community members are welcome to attend. This year’s banquet will honor the Miotke Family and recognize retired educator Jody Sandru for her lasting impact on local students.
Reservations are requested by July 12 to help with planning.
To reserve your spot, or get involved, please contact the Twin Bridges Alumni Association or reach out through the TBCA.
Planning to float, fish, paddle, or cool off on the river? Madison County Public Health will be providing a free life jacket loaner station during Flotilla Weekend, with a box of bright yellow life jackets in a variety of sizes available to borrow from Friday evening through Saturday evening at Jessen Park.
Need one later this summer? Families are also welcome to stop by their location in Sheridan to borrow a life jacket from their public loaner program — especially helpful for visiting family and friends from out of town. Loaners will also be available during Fair Week.
Beat the summer heat with a refreshing cup of fresh-squeezed lemonade! Stop by, say hello, and help cheer on a day of family fun at Flotilla. Free-will donations are appreciated and help support Twin Bridges Kid Country Daycare.
Visit the Twin Bridges Public Library for a special Story Time at 10:30 a.m., then help celebrate America 250 by designing a square for our community paper quilt. All ages are welcome to contribute to this collaborative art project, which will be displayed as a lasting reminder of our community's participation in this historic anniversary.