VALSESIA EVENT 8/9/10 MAY
The Boss of Valsesia is an international extreme kayaking competition that will take place from 8 to 10 May 2026 in Valsesia.
The event attracts the world’s top paddlers and official team athletes, with participants from over 25 nations. Over these days, Valsesia will be filled with hundreds of kayakers from all over Europe and the world.
The Boss of Valsesia race will take place on Saturday, 9 May, between the municipalities of Scopello, Scopa, and Balmuccia, with a spectacular final in the iconic Sermenza Gorges. A cash prize is planned for the winners.
The entire weekend will be a kayaking and outdoor festival, packed with events and activities open to athletes and the public:
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Boss of Valsesia International Competition
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Boss Open Race, open to all with a dedicated leaderboard
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Jaws Packraft Contest
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BossKayak Crazy Party with live music
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Kayak & Packraft Meeting open to all (WW class II–III)
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Two massive lotteries with prizes offered by sponsors
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Technical stands, exhibitions, and gear testing
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Food stands and food area
An unmissable weekend of sport, adrenaline, music, and celebration in the heart of Valsesia.
