Twin Cities Foilfest ’26
Join us August 1st at Lake Jane for free lessons, demos, and rides.
What to Expect at FoilFest
A free, laid-back day on the water where the Twin Cities foil community comes together. Try the sport for the first time, demo the latest gear, or bring your own setup and session with friends.
Free eFoil Lessons
Never flown before? Certified instructors will get first-timers up and riding — no experience needed.
Demo the Latest Gear
Test-ride Lift and Flite boards, wings and masts. Owners welcome — bring your rig and try something new.
Burgers, Dogs & BAWLS
Burgers and hot dogs hot off the grill, plus ice-cold BAWLS energy drinks on the house all day or until supplies run out.
Group Ride & Photos
Cap the day with a community group ride and photo session out on beautiful Lake Jane.
Location
Lake Jane, Lake Elmo, MN · Hosted by Brook & Barb Duerr at their lake home. This free, laid-back community day is where the Twin Cities eFoil crew comes together to ride, learn, and hang out.
Where
I can’t tell you exactly where it is so just drive around Lake Jane until you see a bunch of people carrying efoils around. <— Trust me, I feel just as dumb typing this as you do reading it.
Alternatively you can RSVP at ZenWatersports and they’ll give you an address.
When
Saturday, August 1, 2026 · 11 AM–3 PM (Rain date: Sunday, August 2)
Who You’ll Meet
The brands and shops that make Twin Cities foiling great — all in one place, ready to help you ride.
Lift Demos & Lessons
Ride the full Lift lineup with hands-on demos and beginner-friendly lessons from the Zen crew.
Flite Demos & Lessons
Demo Fliteboard gear and get expert coaching from Glyde, your MN & WI Flite specialists.
Level Up Your Ride
Ready for your next phase? We’ll help you find the right next wing and setup to take your riding to the next level.
Official Beverage Sponsor
Free ice-cold BAWLS on-site all day to keep every rider charged between sessions.
Schedule
Come for an hour or stay all day — here’s the flow.
11 AM
Surf & long-line foiling behind the boats.
Noon
eFoil lessons for beginners.
1 PM
Community group ride & photos.
Gallery Highlights
Snapshots capturing the thrill and community spirit of Twin Cities Foilfest.
Join Us
Dive into the thrill of Twin Cities Foilfest ’26—ride, learn, and connect on Lake Jane!
About Us
MNFoilFest is the heart of Minnesota’s efoil scene, bringing riders together for epic days on the water.