King of the River 2024

Who will be the 2024 King of the River? Kenai or Soldotna? Let’s find out! Starting at the 4th of July parade this year and going until the 11th of July, Kenai and Soldotna will compete to see which city is able to gather the most non-perishable food and monetary donations for the Kenai Peninsula Food Bank. Every $1 donated is equal to about 1 pound of food. There will be three locations (the Kenai and Soldotna Chambers of Commerce, and the Kenai Peninsula Food Bank) for individuals to donate food or money—just look for the KPFB buckets. Donations will be accepted between the 4th and 11th leading up to the Oiler’s game on July 12th. When you donate, make sure to tell the person taking in your donation which city you’re donating from. Anyone who donates will be entered into a drawing to win $1,000. The winner will be drawn at the Oilers game on July 12, 2024. Depending on which city wins the King of the River food drive, that city’s mayor will be throwing the first pitch of the game. So, stock up on non-perishable food goods to donate and help your city win!

Drop off donations between the 4th and 11th leading up to the Oiler’s game on July 12th.

Any City Drop Off Address: Kenai Peninsula Food Bank, 33955 Community College Drive, Soldotna, Ak 99669

Kenai Drop Off Address: Kenai Chamber of Commerce, 11471 Kenai Spur Hwy, Kenai, AK 99611

Soldotna Drop Off Address: Soldotna Chamber of Commerce, 44790 Sterling Hwy, Soldotna, AK 99669

How can you help?

1. Become an event sponsor. Sponsorships start at $500.00. For each sponsor, your business name and logo will be displayed on banners at the Oilers game and other areas. Your business name will be broadcast on all advertising platforms used for event, including online and radio advertising.
2. Donate non-perishable food or money to the Kenai Peninsula Food Bank between the 4th and 11th leading up to the Oiler’s game on July 12th at the Kenai Peninsula Food Bank, Kenai Chamber of Commerce, or the Soldotna Chamber of Commerce.
3. Buy Raffle Tickets from Peninsula Oilers, Kenai Peninsula Food Bank, and the Boys and Girls Club of the Kenai Peninsula at the Oilers game on July 12, 2023, for their respective fundraisers; or between July 4th – 11th.
4. Advertise the event and get your coworkers, friends, and family involved!