Events, Classes & Paddle Tours at The Floathouse Petaluma
Learn to SUP: Build skills. Find flow. Love the river.
Build confidence on the Petaluma River. This small-group Learn to SUP class teaches efficient paddle technique, balance, and river safety. $60, 2 hours, ACA-certified instructor.
Turn to The River: A Guided Paddle through The Past, Present, & Future of an Iconic Sonoma County Waterway
Explore the Petaluma River on a guided kayak tour through Sonoma County’s historic tidal waterway. Just 40 miles north of San Francisco, this immersive paddle connects Petaluma’s Gold Rush past with its vibrant present. $75 includes gear, guide, and local perks.
Turn to The River: A Guided Paddle through The Past, Present, & Future of an Iconic Sonoma County Waterway
Explore the Petaluma River on a guided kayak tour through Sonoma County’s historic tidal waterway. Just 40 miles north of San Francisco, this immersive paddle connects Petaluma’s Gold Rush past with its vibrant present. $75 includes gear, guide, and local perks.
SUP Yoga on the Petaluma River
Find calm on the water with SUP Yoga on the Petaluma River. This all-levels, 90-minute experience launches from downtown Petaluma and offers peaceful movement, gentle paddling, and yoga on stable paddleboards—ideal for visitors looking to relax, reconnect, and experience Petaluma from the river.
Witches & Wizards on The Water 2026
Grab your broom, board or boat: Witches & Wizards on the Water returns to the Petaluma River Saturday, October 24, from 11 am–2 pm! Join this free, family-friendly Halloween tradition for costumed paddling, the Trick-or-Treat Paddle Trail and our on-the-water costume contest. Bring your own craft or reserve one from The Floathouse—and come make a little magic on the river.
Intermediate SUP: Refine Skills. Expand Horizons.
Level up your paddleboarding on the Petaluma River. Intermediate SUP refines stroke, turns, footwork, and balance. Small group (max 5), ACA-certified instructor. $85.
Full Hunter’s Moon Paddle/Pedal
Paddle at dusk under the Hunter’s Full Moon with The Floathouse Petaluma. This early-evening guided pedal kayak experience features moonrise before sunset, calm waters, and a seasonal transition into autumn on the Petaluma River.
Learn to SUP: Build skills. Find flow. Love the river.
Build confidence on the Petaluma River. This small-group Learn to SUP class teaches efficient paddle technique, balance, and river safety. $60, 2 hours, ACA-certified instructor.
Upstream High Tide Paddle
Paddle upstream on a high tide for a peaceful late-afternoon adventure on the Petaluma River. This guided outing explores quiet reaches of “Petaluma’s Longest Park”, the Petaluma River, where calm water, wildlife, and the rhythm of the tide create a uniquely relaxing experience for a small group of likeminded nature lovers!
Downriver Run with Optional Sauna Refresh Sesh
Enjoy a six-mile outing riding the falling tide out of town and through hidden wetlands inaccessible by any other means! The wildlife and views will astound. The pedal kayaks leave your hands free for photography and hydration, and the optional refresh sesh at Sundrop Sauna, including a lovely cold plunge, snacks and hot tea, will leave you energized and ready for the rest of the weekend.
Join The Floathouse crew on this one-of-a-kind journey.
Full Beaver Moon Paddle/Pedal
Join The Floathouse Petaluma for a guided Beaver Moon Supermoon paddle on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, from 4–6 pm. Watch the full moon rise over the wetlands from deluxe Hobie pedal kayaks, then return downtown for dinner and drinks. $60/person, 10 guests max.
Upstream High Tide Paddle
Paddle upstream on a high tide for a peaceful late-afternoon adventure on the Petaluma River. This guided outing explores quiet reaches of “Petaluma’s Longest Park”, the Petaluma River, where calm water, wildlife, and the rhythm of the tide create a uniquely relaxing experience for a small group of likeminded nature lovers!
Full Cold Moon Paddle/Pedal
Experience a rare winter supermoon from the water during the Full Cold Moon Paddle / Pedal at The Floathouse Petaluma. This guided evening kayak experience takes place December 23, 2026, from 4–6 pm, just as the moon rises minutes before sunset. Bundle up, pedal comfortably in Hobie pedal kayaks, and enjoy a magical midweek outing on Petaluma’s Longest Park, followed by a paddler’s discount at TAPS on the River.
Saturday Sunset Series: Open Late!
Experience golden hour on Petaluma’s Longest Park with The Floathouse’s Saturday Sunset Series. Rent a kayak, paddle board, canoe, or water bike and enjoy calm evening tides, downtown lights, and warm summer skies on the Petaluma River. Perfect for friends, families, pups, and peaceful weekend vibes.
Downriver Run with Optional Sauna Refresh Sesh
Enjoy a six-mile outing riding the falling tide out of town and through hidden wetlands inaccessible by any other means! The wildlife and views will astound. The pedal kayaks leave your hands free for photography and hydration, and the optional refresh sesh at Sundrop Sauna, including a lovely cold plunge, snacks and hot tea, will leave you energized and ready for the rest of the weekend.
Join The Floathouse crew on this one-of-a-kind journey.
Upstream High Tide Paddle
Paddle upstream on a high tide for a peaceful late-afternoon adventure on the Petaluma River. This guided outing explores quiet reaches of “Petaluma’s Longest Park”, the Petaluma River, where calm water, wildlife, and the rhythm of the tide create a uniquely relaxing experience for a small group of likeminded nature lovers!
SUP Yoga on the Petaluma River
Find calm on the water with SUP Yoga on the Petaluma River. This all-levels, 90-minute experience launches from downtown Petaluma and offers peaceful movement, gentle paddling, and yoga on stable paddleboards—ideal for visitors looking to relax, reconnect, and experience Petaluma from the river.
Learn to SUP: Build skills. Find flow. Love the river.
Build confidence on the Petaluma River. This small-group Learn to SUP class teaches efficient paddle technique, balance, and river safety. $60, 2 hours, ACA-certified instructor.
Petaluma River History Paddle
Paddle through Petaluma’s past on this two-hour, gentle guided kayak tour. A costumed guide and shore-side actors bring the river’s role as a historic saltwater highway to life through the stories of real Petalumans. $75 all-inclusive. No experience necessary.
Turn to The River: A Guided Paddle through The Past, Present, & Future of an Iconic Sonoma County Waterway
Explore the Petaluma River on a guided kayak tour through Sonoma County’s historic tidal waterway. Just 40 miles north of San Francisco, this immersive paddle connects Petaluma’s Gold Rush past with its vibrant present. $75 includes gear, guide, and local perks.
Free Community Yoga on The Floathouse Dock—First Fridays
Unwind into Friday night with free, all-levels yoga on The Floathouse Dock. Flow with a rotating roster of local instructors as downtown Petaluma comes alive around you—sometimes with live music drifting by. Free to attend but registration is required.
SUP Yoga and Sound Bath on the Petaluma River
Find calm on the water with SUP Yoga and a sound bath too—on the Petaluma River. This all-levels, 90-minute experience launches from downtown Petaluma and offers peaceful movement, gentle paddling, and yoga on stable paddle boards, accompanied by the soothing sounds of crystal bowls and chimes—ideal for visitors looking to relax, reconnect, and experience Petaluma from the river.
Full Harvest Moon Paddle/Pedal
Paddle at dusk under the Hunter’s Full Moon with The Floathouse Petaluma. This early-evening guided pedal kayak experience features moonrise before sunset, calm waters, and a seasonal transition into autumn on the Petaluma River.
Thursday Sunset Paddle & Party
Ease into the evening with a relaxed sunset paddle on the Petaluma River. Launch around 5:30 pm, return before sunset, then gather on the dock for snacks and river community.
Petaluma River History Paddle
Paddle through Petaluma’s past on this two-hour, gentle guided kayak tour. A costumed guide and shore-side actors bring the river’s role as a historic saltwater highway to life through the stories of real Petalumans. $75 all-inclusive. No experience necessary.
Free Community Yoga on The Floathouse Dock—Summer Sunday Mornings
Start your Sunday with free, all-levels yoga on The Floathouse Dock in downtown Petaluma. A peaceful early-morning practice on the river, led by a rotating roster of local instructors. Perfect for locals and visitors alike. Registration required; space is limited.
Homecoming Celebration
Come celebrate The Floathouse’s return to the Turning Basin with live music, small bites, river views and a preview of what’s coming next. Walk-ins welcome!
Turn to The River: A Guided Paddle through The Past, Present, & Future of an Iconic Sonoma County Waterway
Explore the Petaluma River on a guided kayak tour through Sonoma County’s historic tidal waterway. Just 40 miles north of San Francisco, this immersive paddle connects Petaluma’s Gold Rush past with its vibrant present. $75 includes gear, guide, and local perks.
Learn to SUP: Build skills. Find flow. Love the river.
Build confidence on the Petaluma River. This small-group Learn to SUP class teaches efficient paddle technique, balance, and river safety. $60, 2 hours, ACA-certified instructor.
SUP Yoga on the Petaluma River
Find calm on the water with SUP Yoga on the Petaluma River. This all-levels, 90-minute experience launches from downtown Petaluma and offers peaceful movement, gentle paddling, and yoga on stable paddleboards—ideal for visitors looking to relax, reconnect, and experience Petaluma from the river.
Intermediate SUP: Refine Skills. Expand Horizons.
Level up your paddleboarding on the Petaluma River. Intermediate SUP refines stroke, turns, footwork, and balance. Small group (max 5), ACA-certified instructor. $85.
Saturday Sunset Series: Open Late!
Experience golden hour on Petaluma’s Longest Park with The Floathouse’s Saturday Sunset Series. Rent a kayak, paddle board, canoe, or water bike and enjoy calm evening tides, downtown lights, and warm summer skies on the Petaluma River. Perfect for friends, families, pups, and peaceful weekend vibes.
Downriver Run with Optional Sauna Refresh Sesh
Enjoy a six-mile outing riding the falling tide out of town and through hidden wetlands inaccessible by any other means! The wildlife and views will astound. The pedal kayaks leave your hands free for photography and hydration, and the optional refresh sesh at Sundrop Sauna, including a lovely cold plunge, snacks and hot tea, will leave you energized and ready for the rest of the weekend.
Join The Floathouse crew on this one-of-a-kind journey.
Upstream High Tide Paddle
Paddle upstream on a high tide for a peaceful late-afternoon adventure on the Petaluma River. This guided outing explores quiet reaches of “Petaluma’s Longest Park”, the Petaluma River, where calm water, wildlife, and the rhythm of the tide create a uniquely relaxing experience for a small group of likeminded nature lovers!
Turn to The River: A Guided Paddle through The Past, Present, & Future of an Iconic Sonoma County Waterway
Explore the Petaluma River on a guided kayak tour through Sonoma County’s historic tidal waterway. Just 40 miles north of San Francisco, this immersive paddle connects Petaluma’s Gold Rush past with its vibrant present. $75 includes gear, guide, and local perks.
Turn to The River: A Guided Paddle through The Past, Present, & Future of an Iconic Sonoma County Waterway
Explore the Petaluma River on a guided kayak tour through Sonoma County’s historic tidal waterway. Just 40 miles north of San Francisco, this immersive paddle connects Petaluma’s Gold Rush past with its vibrant present. $75 includes gear, guide, and local perks.
Learn to SUP: Build skills. Find flow. Love the river.
Build confidence on the Petaluma River. This small-group Learn to SUP class teaches efficient paddle technique, balance, and river safety. $60, 2 hours, ACA-certified instructor.
Free Community Yoga on The Floathouse Dock—First Fridays
Unwind into Friday night with free, all-levels yoga on The Floathouse Dock. Flow with a rotating roster of local instructors as downtown Petaluma comes alive around you—sometimes with live music drifting by. Free to attend but registration is required.
Sunday Funday SUP Paddle
Ease into your Sunday with a relaxed morning paddle on the Petaluma River. Join The Floathouse crew for a social SUP outing from 9:30-11:00 am—then stroll downtown for coffee, pastries, or brunch just steps from the dock.
SUP Yoga on the Petaluma River
Find calm on the water with SUP Yoga on the Petaluma River. This all-levels, 90-minute experience launches from downtown Petaluma and offers peaceful movement, gentle paddling, and yoga on stable paddleboards—ideal for visitors looking to relax, reconnect, and experience Petaluma from the river.
Full Sturgeon Moon Paddle/Pedal
Soak up the last glow of summer on a Friday night under the Full Sturgeon Moon. Join The Floathouse Petaluma for a guided evening paddle on the Petaluma River—Petaluma’s Longest Park—as sunset fades and the moon rises over the tidal slough. Ride in deluxe Hobie pedal kayaks that keep you dry and comfortable while you enjoy a relaxed, magical night on the water. A perfect Sonoma County experience for locals and visitors alike.
Free Friday Flow at The Floathouse: Riverside Mat Pilates & Reiki (A Wellness Collaboration)
Reset your body and mind by the water with an evening of Mat Pilates, Reiki, and community. Club Pilates, Coriander Energy Healing, and The Floathouse invite you to experience greater flexibility, mobility, balance, and relaxation in a beautiful waterfront setting. Free, registration required.
Friday Morning Fun SUP Paddle
Start your Friday on the water in downtown Petaluma. Join The Floathouse crew for a relaxed morning SUP paddle on the Petaluma River—“Petaluma’s Longest Park.” It’s the perfect way to wake up, get a little exercise, and experience Sonoma County from the water.

