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Don't miss some of the world's best athletes competing in 7 different sports!

Get ready, get set for two days filled with fun and adventure on the James! The James River Adventure Games will feature athletes competing in seven different outdoor sports – and spectators will flock to catch the events and participate in activities. While you’re here, take a raft ride or try out a bike, or ooh and aah at the awesome fireworks display on Saturday night! It’s the ultimate outdoor sports party in the heart of Richmond you won’t want to miss, with events on Brown’s Island, Belle Isle, Robious Landing, and Rocketts Landing.

For details of each event, check out the menu on the right.

 
SCHEDULE
(subject to change)
Friday, June 13  
7 p.m. Friday Cheers - Brown's Island
   
Saturday, June 14  
7:30 a.m. XTERRA Richmond Xduro 21k Trail Run - Brown's Island
8 a.m. XTERRA James River Scramble 10k trail run — Brown’s Island
9 a.m. James River Splash 400m kids open water swim — Robious Landing
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. James River Regional Cleanup
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Rowing Regatta — Rocketts Landing
9:30 a.m. James River Splash One Miler open water swim — Robious Landing
10:30 a.m. Kids Scramble Jr. one mile trail run - Belle Isle
11 a.m. XTERRA MTB Urban Assault mountain bike race — Belle Isle
11 a.m. Belle Isle Bike Trials - Belle Isle
11 a.m. XTERRA University (Mountain Bike Clinic)
12 p.m. Shimano Youth Series (free bike race for kids) – Brown’s Island
12:30 p.m. XTERRA University (Art of XTERRA)

1 p.m.

River City Rodeo Kayak and Canoe Freestyle Competition — Hollywood Rapid
1 p.m. Breeder’s Choice XTERRA K9 Challenge
1 p.m. Introduction to Mountain Biking ride - Brown's Island
1:30 p.m. XTERRA University (Swim Clinic)
2 p.m. XTERRA Kids Sprint (free running races for kids) – Brown’s Island

3 p.m.

Jammin' on the James Canoe/Kayak Boatercross—Hollywood Rapid
6:30 p.m. Free Concert for the James River featuring The Coal Men and DJ Williams Projekt - Brown's Island
9:30 p.m. Fireworks Extravaganza
   
Sunday, June 15  
8 a.m. XTERRA Sport Off-Road Triathlon — Brown’s Island
9 a.m. XTERRA East Championship — Brown’s Island
 
INTERACTIVE SCHEDULE
 
Saturday, June 14 
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Best Buy Digital Photo Contest
  What: Photographers create James River Adventure Games unforgettable photos in this panel-judged contest and win valuable Best Buy gift certificates. On-site state of the art technology try-outs and advice from the Geek Squad digital media experts.
  Where: The Best Buy Technology Pavilion, Brown’s Island.
     
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Seal Team Raft Training
  What: Experience strength training with the SEAL Team rafters! Paddles and life jackets will be provided. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. (Note: River conditions permitting.)
  Where: Boat ramp across from Tredegar Iron Works just upstream from Brown's Island.
     
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Riverside Outfitters Sport Tree Climbing

  What: Climb a tree with a rope and safety harness, great fun for kids and the young at heart.
  Where: The sycamore grove on Brown's Island.
     
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Riverside Outfitters Pipeline Rapid Raft Run

  What: Raft Richmond’s class IV Pipeline Rapid (if you dare) with Riverside Outfitters from Brown’s Island to 14th Street take-out. Helmets, paddles, and life jackets provided. Note: There is a fee for this activity.
  Where: Boat ramp across from Tredegar Iron Works just upstream from Brown's Island.
     
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. YeRen Outdoor Outfitters Bicycle Area
  What: Try out Kona mountain bikes in or rent bikes and hit the trails of the James River Park.
  Where: The sycamore grove on Brown's Island.
     
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Sports Backers Sit-on-top Kayak Corral
  What: A great introduction to paddle sports at this free sit-on-top kayaking in the sheltered waters of Brown’s Island canal. Paddles and life jackets will be provided. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
  Where: The dock area on the Brown’s Island canal
     
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Segway Personal Transporter Demos
  What: Free demo rides on Segway personal transporters, save steps, save the environment, look cool, have fun. Rentals also available.
  Where: Brown's Island
     
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Reel Kids Casting with Virginia Bass Federation
  What: Spin casting contest for young anglers and anglers-to-be.
  Where: Brown's Island
     
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. XTERRA Kids Zone Challenge Stations - Brown's Island



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