Christopher Moore, 59, went missing while approaching Marsh Harbor on Sunday, according to his wife Staceye Love.
The 14-mile course on the Ohio River starts and finishes at the Clark Memorial Bridge.
Hundreds of thousands of people flocked to the Great Lawn at Waterfront Park, where WDRB's "Bro Show" was out in full force for a day that sets the tone for an exciting time in Louisville.
Preparations are underway for the Great Steamboat Race next month, when historic steamboats face off on the Ohio River.
He won the Kentucky Lottery's Derby City Fanatic contest.
Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on KDF's website.
The First Mate's Market, a free event, is planned for Nov. 19 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Belle of Louisville took home the 12-point Silver Antlers for the 30th time.
Jammin' In Jeff is every Friday from June 3 to Aug. 12.
The Festival has released dates for the upcoming season.