Anything that Floats at the Kommetjie Festival

Annual float race on The Kom, launching on the Saturday of Kommetjie Festival at 15h00

Anything that Floats

Anything that Floats at the Kommetjie Festival

Who will take the next title?

Last event: Saturday 22 Nov 2025, The Kom

Anything That Floats is a main event each year at the annual Kommetjie Festival. We can’t wait to see what wild creations will hit The Kom water this year!

We have had some absolutely insanely creative entries in the last few years, from giant seagulls to crazy baboons… We’ve seen it all… almost.⁠

2025 Prizes

💰 R5 000 for the Most Creative Float⁠

🏁 R3 000 for the First Over the Finish Line⁠

Entries are limited, so gather your crew and start building – before someone else steals your idea!⁠

⁠Entries

R250 for private crews

R500 for commercial teams

Register to enter at komfestival.co.za/events

Competition Rules

To keep things fair, safe, and fun for everyone, please take note of the following guidelines:⁠

What’s not allowed:⁠

  • No lilos, paddle skis, surfboards, SUPs, canoes, boogie boards, or any form of pre-made boat⁠
  • No outboard engines⁠
  • No polystyrene⁠

Float requirements:⁠

  • Your float must be built from scratch
  • No pushing or pulling the float once launched
  • Floats must be at the launch site by 15:00 sharp (or assembled at The Kom)⁠
  • All floats must be removed from The Kom at the end of the race⁠

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