Rappahannok River Poker Run

The 2026 Northern Neck Rotary Club Poker Run is set to bring high-performance boating excitement back to the Rappahannock River this summer as teams from across the Mid-Atlantic gather in Christchurch, Virginia, for one of the region’s premier charity boating events. Scheduled for Saturday, July 11, 2026, the annual poker run combines fast boats, waterfront crowds, and competitive fun while raising money for important local causes throughout Virginia’s Northern Neck.

Hosted by the Northern Neck Rotary Club, the event launches at 12:00 PM EDT and will once again feature a full day of boating action along the scenic Rappahannock River. Participants will navigate a series of designated stops while collecting poker cards throughout the run, all competing for a chance at the event’s top cash prize of $5,000. Additional payouts are planned for second place ($1,000) and third place ($500), making this one of the more competitive charity poker runs on the East Coast boating calendar.

Beyond the horsepower and waterfront atmosphere, the event’s primary mission remains supporting local communities. All net proceeds from the 2026 Northern Neck Rotary Club Poker Run will benefit area 501(c)(3) charities through Rotary grant programs, helping fund projects and organizations throughout the Northern Neck region.

The event is expected to draw a wide mix of performance boats, center consoles, cruisers, and boating enthusiasts for a full weekend of riverfront activity. Christchurch and the surrounding waterways provide an ideal backdrop for summer boating, with wide-open stretches of the Rappahannock River offering excellent conditions for both participants and spectators.

While official 2026 registration details continue to roll out, previous entry fees were set at $500 per boat, and organizers are expected to follow a similar structure this year. Registration and ticket information can be found through the Northern Neck Rotary Club’s official Facebook event page as well as the organization’s PayPal registration link.

For boaters looking to combine summer boating with a good cause, the 2026 Northern Neck Rotary Club Poker Run is shaping up to be another major event on the Mid-Atlantic boating calendar.