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Green River Revival

Join the USNWC for the third annual Green River Revival, a St. Patrick’s Day party taking place on Saturday, March 16. The celebration will kick off at 9 a.m. with the Color Me Green 5K, a trail race similar to the Color Run. At 1 p.m., watch as the whitewater rapids turn bright green in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, followed by live music by the Tim Reynolds and TR3 and the Mike Strauss band. The river will remain open to those eager to raft or kayak the green waters.

Event Details

  • Price:
    • Event: Free and open to the public
  • Live music by the Tim Reynolds and TR3 and The Mike Strauss Band

Schedule

  • 9:00 a.m. – Color Me Green 5K
  • 10:30 a.m. – Cornhole Tournament
  • 10:30 a.m. – Beer Garden Acoustic Session from Mike Strauss
  • 12:30 p.m. – VIP section opens until music ends
  • 1:00 p.m. – River turns green and live music by the Tim Reynolds and TR3 begins
  • 4:00 p.m. – Live music by the Mike Strauss Band begins
  • 5:00 p.m. – Music ends


Cornhole Tournament – Sold Out

The Cornhole Tournament will take place on Belmont Abbey Island at 10:30 a.m., and will feature live, acoustic music from Mike Strauss. Pre-registration is recommended ($30 per team) as day-of registration will only be offered if space is available. First place winners will receive a pair of 2013 AllSport Season Passes; second place will receive two pairs of sunglasses by Smith Optics. Click here (fdf)  for USNWC Cornhole rules.

Event VIP Passes - Sold Out

We are offering a limited number of VIP passes that allow you to experience the festival from a VIP section that provides an incredible view of the facility, one meal and access to a private bar (drinks included). Click here to purchase a VIP pass.

Color Me Green

Color Me Green 5K

Kick off St. Patrick’s Day at 9 a.m. with the Color Me Green 5K, a trail race similar to the Color Run. Participants are challenged to run through the trail system without being hit by splatters of green paint. Race details can be found here.

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Questions / Comments

  1. Kerry January 12, 2013 at 4:37 pm

    Is there something immediately after the race? I understand that the music begins at 1. I might be planning a college alumni trip to the NWC, and would like to make sure there is enough for children to do. Thank you..

    Reply
    • USNWC January 16, 2013 at 12:38 pm

      Hi Kerry, following the Color Me Green 5K, there will be awards, food and drinks available to participants. From that point until 1pm, we have over 20 activities that are fun for families with children of all ages. The River’s Edge Bar & Grill is also a great spot to eat lunch before the river turns green.

  2. Ryan January 26, 2013 at 12:09 pm

    What is the minimum age for the color me green run?

    Reply
    • USNWC January 31, 2013 at 10:41 am

      Hi Ryan, there is no age minimum for the Color Me Green run.

    • Rebecca March 4, 2013 at 6:38 pm

      You say there isnt a minimum age, so its ok for my 3 yr. old to run with me as long as we stay out of the way of the faster runners? Me and her hike there often so I’m aware of the terrain.

    • USNWC March 5, 2013 at 9:29 am

      Hi Rebecca, you are correct that there is no age minimum for the Color Me Green. However, if you’d like your 3-year old to participate, we will require that you start in the back of the group to avoid being in the way of all other runners. It is also important to note that the course will close at 10 a.m., which means there will be no water stops or official time kept after that.

  3. Andrew February 7, 2013 at 10:50 pm

    Will there be the powerball (or whatever it was called) race down the rapids again? If so, what time and how much will they be? We plan on going based on this (my son loves it) and it will be good to know if you aren’t having this again.

    Thanks

    Reply
    • USNWC February 11, 2013 at 9:41 am

      Hi Andrew, unfortunately we will not be having the Powerball race this year. We will be having a Color Me Green 5K that morning at 9 a.m., followed by the river dyeing and live music.

  4. Richard B. February 9, 2013 at 5:32 pm

    Where can we find information on the cost and how to obtain a VIP pass?

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • USNWC February 15, 2013 at 10:19 am

      Hi Richard, VIP pass information can be found on the Green River Revival page.

  5. Becki February 11, 2013 at 2:28 pm

    When will VIP become available?

    Reply
    • USNWC February 12, 2013 at 10:46 am

      Hi Becki, VIP tickets for the Green River Revival are now available to purchase.

  6. Juan February 12, 2013 at 9:28 am

    Is this event pet friendly?

    Reply
    • USNWC February 12, 2013 at 3:05 pm

      Hi Juan, our facility is dog-friendly as long as the dog wears a leash.

  7. Drew February 13, 2013 at 7:02 am

    Is the event completely over at 5pm?

    Reply
    • USNWC February 17, 2013 at 5:01 pm

      Hi Drew, the event will end when the last band (The Mike Strauss Band) has finished their set. We predict it will end roughly around 5:00 or 5:30 p.m.

  8. Rick February 13, 2013 at 2:15 pm

    Do Annual pass holders get any discounts for the VIP event?

    Reply
    • USNWC February 15, 2013 at 2:53 pm

      Hi Rick, we do not have any discounts for the Green River Revival VIP section for season pass holders.

  9. Anita February 23, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    Is alcohol served?

    Reply
    • USNWC February 25, 2013 at 10:35 am

      Hi Anita, we have several places to buy both food and drink during the Green River Revival including the River’s Edge Bar & Grill, which has over 20 craft beers on tap.

  10. Dale Calkins February 26, 2013 at 3:47 pm

    what is the cost to get in for a family of 4 (2 kids age 9,11), and is there a cost to run the 5k

    Reply
    • USNWC February 28, 2013 at 10:14 am

      Hi Dale, Green River Revival is a non-ticketed event that is free and open to the public. VIP tickets to the event can be purchased for $60. The Color Me Green 5K registration fee is $27 through March 13 and $37 for race day registration.

  11. William February 28, 2013 at 11:14 am

    What time will the water release for paddlers; early? When does the water start running for the season?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 1, 2013 at 2:22 pm

      Hi William, please check our Hours of Operation page for water release times. The rafting season will begin on Monday, March 4.

  12. Glenn Normoyle February 28, 2013 at 12:42 pm

    Can I bring my own beer? I am particularly fond of a craft beer you do not have on tap– Blue Moon.

    Reply
    • USNWC February 28, 2013 at 4:44 pm

      Hi Glenn, we do not allow any outside food and/or beverage at the USNWC.

  13. Joann March 1, 2013 at 10:14 am

    The VIP pass sounds like a great deal. One question though, what does “open bar” mean for this event? We love your great selection of beers on tap, and also imported bottled beer…are these included?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 5, 2013 at 9:31 am

      Hi Joann, we will have a small selection of our craft beers and wine featured for the Green River Revival VIP section.

  14. Jarrett Jackson March 1, 2013 at 1:41 pm

    Do you have any further details regarding the Corn Hole Tournament aside from it’s start time of 10:30? How do you register, rules, or how the tournament is set up regarding elimination or if there are prizes involved? Thanks!

    Reply
  15. Eddie March 2, 2013 at 10:30 am

    Is it $60 a head (i.e. what is the cost for a kiddie?).

    What does the $60 ticket get you if the event is free?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 4, 2013 at 9:13 am

      Hi Eddie, VIP tickets to the Green River Revival are per person. The ticket provides an incredible view of the facility, one meal and access to a private bar (drinks included).

  16. Katie March 4, 2013 at 11:50 am

    is there places to sit if older people want to come or can we bring outside chairs?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 5, 2013 at 9:55 am

      Hi Katie, we will have plenty of space to sit and enjoy the Green River Revival, however chairs may be limited. You are more than welcome to bring your own chairs from home.

  17. Rick March 5, 2013 at 9:20 pm

    Once the race is done, will there be alcohal available for purchase? Specifically during the corn hole tournament. My friend and I want to run the race, and then she and my wife (who is not running the race) want to participate in the tournament and have a couple beers. Thanks!!

    Reply
    • USNWC March 6, 2013 at 10:34 am

      Hi Rick, we will have alcohol available for purchase when the Cornhole Tournament begins.

  18. Denise foster March 6, 2013 at 9:38 am

    Where is the exact location of this event? Very interested

    Denise

    Reply
    • USNWC March 7, 2013 at 9:49 am

      Hi Denise, the Green River Revival will take place in and around our man-made whitewater river at the USNWC.

  19. Fatima March 6, 2013 at 10:08 am

    Hi, Is there a fee for rafting and Kayaking that day or are all activities free?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 6, 2013 at 11:07 am

      Hi Fatima, participation in USNWC activities require purchasing a pass. We have four passes available with the AllSport Pass including whitewater activities. For more information about our passes and what each includes, please visit: http://usnwc.org/visit-us/passes/

  20. Kim March 6, 2013 at 12:35 pm

    Hi, I understand that the VIP passes are $60 each. I have a 14 & 16 year old. Can I purchase the pass for them as well? In other words, are they allowed in the VIP area (no drinking for them, of course!!)?

    Thanks!!

    Reply
    • USNWC March 6, 2013 at 1:01 pm

      Hi Kim, anyone is welcome to purchase a VIP ticket and those under 21 will not be served alcohol.

  21. Linnet March 7, 2013 at 6:34 pm

    Can you come and go to the VIP area if you wanted to walk the trails or join in the corn hole tournament?
    Are leashed pets allowed in the VIP area?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 8, 2013 at 2:58 pm

      Hi Linnet, anyone who wants to participate in the Corn Hole tournament at 10:30 a.m. is more than welcome to purchase a VIP ticket as well. The VIP section will not open until 12:30 p.m. and leashed pets will not be allowed in that section.

  22. Melissa March 7, 2013 at 8:58 pm

    Regarding the VIP section: If we have two adults and two children (8 & 11), do we need to purchase 4 tickets or would we just need 2?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 8, 2013 at 8:59 am

      Hi Melissa, anyone interested in experiencing Green River Revival from the VIP section will need to purchase a ticket. Alcohol will not be served for those under 21 years old.

  23. Sandra Jenkins March 8, 2013 at 11:08 am

    are there any children’s races? my son is 8 and loves to run. this is our first time there so it’s all new to us.

    Reply
    • USNWC March 8, 2013 at 1:38 pm

      Hi Sandra, we do not have an age minimum for the Color Me Green 5k, which will take place at 9 a.m. on the morning of Green River Revival. Information regarding that race can be found here: http://usnwc.org/color-me-green/.

  24. Joann March 8, 2013 at 11:55 am

    Does the VIP pass include parking? There are 3 of us, but we’ll be in one car.

    Reply
    • USNWC March 8, 2013 at 12:17 pm

      Hi Joann, the VIP pass does not include parking. Parking will be $5 at the entry gate.

  25. Mechelle March 9, 2013 at 2:43 pm

    Is the green trail being used for the race?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 11, 2013 at 4:02 pm

      Hi Mechelle, the course for the Color Me Green 5K will take place on some of our blue trails.

  26. Bo Glenn March 10, 2013 at 9:40 pm

    Can we bring a packed lunch with us to the Green River Revival and is there a charge for parking? Thanks!

    Reply
    • USNWC March 12, 2013 at 9:26 am

      Hi Bo, we do not allow outside food and beverage at the Center. The parking fee is $5.

  27. Fred March 11, 2013 at 11:11 am

    Hi, will the VIP passes give you a separate lane to enter into the main facility? I believe it was last year that we were turned away after the road leading into the USNWC was shut down due to heavy traffic.

    Reply
    • USNWC March 11, 2013 at 3:47 pm

      Hi Fred, the VIP pass will not provide a separate lane for entrance into the USNWC, however we will aim to get people into the Center in the most efficient manner.

  28. Ashley March 11, 2013 at 11:35 am

    Will there be extra restrooms and drink/food sales areas available this year? Last year the lines for these were very long and unwelcoming. Thanks!

    Reply
    • USNWC March 12, 2013 at 3:47 pm

      Hi Ashley, as far as food and beverage during the Green River Revival, both the Market and River’s Edge Bar & Grill will be open. We will also have a 20-tap beer station as well as two food tents located on Belmont Abbey Island.

    • Ashley March 13, 2013 at 10:41 am

      Will there be addition restrooms available?

    • USNWC March 13, 2013 at 11:03 am

      Hi Ashley, we will have additional restrooms available during the Green River Revival.

  29. Holt March 11, 2013 at 6:14 pm

    Can you bring outside food and drink or cooler to the concert?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 12, 2013 at 9:20 am

      Hi Holt, we do not allow outside food and beverage in the facility. Both our River’s Edge Bar & Grill and the Market are great places to grab a bite to eat throughout the festival.

  30. Jess March 12, 2013 at 9:36 am

    Hi, I was just wondering if you can attend the event if you are not participating in the run? And if we came just for the music in the afternoon would it be unlikely that we would still get in? Also do you need to do anything to register for the event if you’re not running?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 12, 2013 at 3:25 pm

      Hey Jess, anyone is welcome to attend the event regardless of participation in the Color Me Green 5K. The event itself is free and open to the public. As far as getting into the event, we recommend that people arrive before the river dyeing at 1 p.m. as parking will begin to fill up.

  31. Danielle March 12, 2013 at 11:10 am

    What are the hours the center will be open on Saturday. If you buy the VIP tickets how long does the open bar last til?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 12, 2013 at 4:00 pm

      Hi Danielle, hours vary based on the activity that you are interested in and specific details can be found here: http://usnwc.org/visit-us/need-to-know/hours-of-operation/. The VIP section will begin at 12:30 p.m. and will remain open through The Mike Strauss Band’s performance.

  32. Gretchen March 12, 2013 at 4:05 pm

    Hi… Just wondering, if we have an all sport pass are we still allowed to use it for activities on Saturday? Or does it cost extra just for that day?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 12, 2013 at 4:40 pm

      Hi Gretchen, your AllSport Pass will allow access to any of our activities that day, just as it normally would. If you are interested in participating in the Color Me Green 5K, the Cornhole Tournament or our Green River VIP passes, these require a separate purchase.

  33. Julie March 12, 2013 at 6:02 pm

    Is there transportation from uptown?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 13, 2013 at 11:15 am

      Hi Julie, the USNWC will not be providing transportation to the Green River Revival.

  34. Kevin C March 13, 2013 at 11:16 am

    Will the MTB trails be open as usual?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 13, 2013 at 11:55 am

      Hi Kevin, the mountain biking trails should be open, weather permitting, from dawn to dusk.

  35. Martin March 13, 2013 at 1:39 pm

    Will you really be dyeing the river green? What kind of dye? 100% nontoxic and biodegradable, I trust? Has its effects on marine life been thoroughly tested?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 13, 2013 at 2:11 pm

      Hi Martin, we will dye the river green at 1 p.m. for the Green River Revival. The dye is non-toxic, biodegradable and poses no hazard to humans or wildlife. Our pumps are not connected to the Catawba River so we do not have marine life in our man-made whitewater river.

  36. Kasey March 13, 2013 at 7:06 pm

    What is the price of a regular guest for the Green River Revival? (not V.I.P.)

    Reply
    • USNWC March 14, 2013 at 9:13 am

      Kasey, if you are not participating in the Color Me Green 5K or the VIP section, Green River Revival is a free event.

  37. Adam March 14, 2013 at 12:01 pm

    So everything is free? Including the color run?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 14, 2013 at 12:33 pm

      Hi Adam, the Green River Revival is free to the public unless you are participating in the Color Me Green 5K or the the VIP section. The Color Me Green 5K is $37 for race-day registration and the VIP section is $60.

  38. Kimberly March 14, 2013 at 2:45 pm

    Will there be any gluten free beer available?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 14, 2013 at 3:19 pm

      Hi Kimberly, we do have several gluten-free options.

  39. Sowmya March 14, 2013 at 4:51 pm

    Tried purchasing the corn hole tournament tickets but it says unavailable. Are they all sold out, will there be some available on the spot?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 14, 2013 at 4:53 pm

      Hi Sowmya, the Cornhole Tournament has sold out completely.

  40. Brad March 14, 2013 at 6:46 pm

    I see that pre-registration for the Color Me Green 5K is now closed online. Is there are other method of pre-registration available? If not, can I still register the morning of? Thank you.

    Reply
    • USNWC March 15, 2013 at 8:45 am

      Hi Brad, pre-registration has closed for the Color Me Green 5K. You may register the morning of the race beginning at 8 a.m.

  41. Heather March 14, 2013 at 7:16 pm

    Are leashed dogs allowed at the festival?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 15, 2013 at 8:46 am

      Hi Heather, we do allow dogs at the facility as long as you have a leash.

  42. Katy March 15, 2013 at 8:55 am

    Hi,

    Do you know how many pairs of shoes Salomon plans to bring to the race on Saturday?

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • USNWC March 15, 2013 at 3:54 pm

      Hi Katy, unfortunately we do not know how many pairs of shoes Salomon will be bringing tomorrow but they will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

  43. Greg March 15, 2013 at 1:03 pm

    Will there be a fast access entrance lane for those of us that have purchased a season parking pass?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 15, 2013 at 2:06 pm

      Hi Greg, there will not be a separate lane for season pass holders.

  44. Joy March 15, 2013 at 2:57 pm

    If we are not participating in the corn hole tournament can we still watch? Should we, or can we, bring lawn chairs?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 15, 2013 at 3:22 pm

      Hi Joy, anyone is more than welcome to watch and support teams during the Cornhole Tournament. You are welcome to bring a chair.

  45. Laura March 16, 2013 at 10:04 am

    Are you having any special events tomorrow Sunday March 17?

    Reply
    • USNWC March 16, 2013 at 4:10 pm

      Hi Laura, we will be having our Used Bike ‘n Boats sale tomorrow at 8 a.m. and the Center will be open for all pass activities.

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