FIRST-EVER „SEMBERIAN BOAT“ REGATTA TO BRING A UNIQUE WATER ADVENTURE TO BIJELJINA

Bijeljina is preparing for a brand-new event that will combine adventure, recreation, sport and socialising, as the first-ever „Semberian Boat“ Regatta is set to take place on the Dašnica Canal on August 16, 2026.

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The event will offer participants and visitors an opportunity to experience one of Bijeljina's waterways from a completely different perspective, with boats, kayaks and canoes taking to the water for a day of outdoor fun and adventure.

The regatta will start in Puhare at 10:00 AM, while the finish and the closing programme are scheduled for 6:00 PM at the plateau near the city's new fire station.

Participants can take part with inflatable boats, canoes and kayaks, provided that the vessels are powered exclusively by oars. The use of electric or petrol-powered outboard motors will not be permitted.

The programme will also include a competitive 300-metre race, with individual times measured for each participant as they complete the designated distance.

Participation is limited, and registration is mandatory.

Those interested can register by calling 065/665-447, with applications open until August 12, 2026.

The event is organised by the „Iskra“ Radio Club, with the City of Bijeljina's Civil Protection Department and the Tourist Organisation of the City of Bijeljina serving as co-organisers.

The first „Semberian Boat“ Regatta is expected to add a new dimension to Bijeljina's events calendar, promoting the Dašnica Canal as a space for outdoor activities, recreation and community gatherings.

The organisers have also announced that changes to the programme may be made in the event of unfavourable weather conditions.

With its combination of water, sport and adventure, the inaugural regatta offers an opportunity for both locals and visitors to discover a different side of Bijeljina and enjoy a day on the water.

Grab your paddles, gather your team and get ready for the first-ever regatta on the Dašnica Canal!