Twin Cities FoilFest '26 is Saturday, August 1, 2026
(Rain date, Sunday, Aug 2nd)
Twin Cities FoilFest '26 is Saturday, August 1, 2026
(Rain date, Sunday, Aug 2nd)
You’re invited to join your local eFoil community at the sixth annual
Twin Cities FoilFest
on Saturday, August 1, 2026 (Rain date: Sunday, August 2nd)
Hosting again this year are Brook & Barb Duerr at their beautiful lake home on Lake Jane in Lake Elmo, MN. Check out the vibe from 2025: photos and video
This summer, their daughter and her partner are flying all the way from Hawaii to drive the boat and take pictures! The 'cabin' has been remodeled, and is ready to re-charge batteries for a long day of riding! There's a new teak bench for a close-up view of the action from the end of the dock, and an outdoor shower for a quick rinse-off after your ride.
This year, FoilFest is an official stop on Lift Foils' "Foil Around and Find Out" tour! Caleb from Lift Foils is rolling in with a van packed to the brim with their latest eFoils, wings, masts, and accessories. Whether you’ve been eyeing a new wing setup to change up your ride, want to talk tech with a factory expert, or just want to drool over the newest gear, this is your chance to test-drive it all.
As always, this is a laid-back day to ride, learn, and hang out:
If you’re new to the sport: Try a free beginner eFoil lesson! These are first-come, first-served and include a short, beach-based overview and safety brief followed by a 20-minute intro session on the water.
If you already own a board: Bring your gear, swap stories, and test out some of Lift's newest demo wings or masts.
If you just want to hang out: We’ll have burgers and hot dogs on the grill, TWO slushy machines, and plenty of good conversation.
Want to talk shop?
Find Brook, Caleb, or Stephan (Verdant Ride) if you want to talk specs and tips to improve your riding efficiency.
Track down David or Steve from Glyde to see what Flite has to offer.
11:00 AM – Early-bird Surf and long-line foiling behind the boat(s)
12:00 PM – eFoil lessons for beginners (first safety-brief at noon)
1:00 PM – eFoil group ride (We'll get a shot of all the boards lined up on the beach, and then head out to wave at the drones for the perfect riding video!)
3:00 PM(ish) – Burgers and dogs are ready! Time for a snack while you recharge your battery. (Power outlets are available—just bring your charger).
Because this event is hosted at a private residence, space and parking are limited. Please click the "let us know you're coming" button to recieve parking details, and instructions.
Even if you can only swing by for an hour to grab a hot dog and talk shop, we’d love to see you there!