Head to Boston this October for the World's Largest Rowing Event

  • July 20, 2012
Head to Boston this October for the World's Largest Rowing Event
In its 48th year, the Head Of The Charles Regatta is the world's largest two-day regatta, attracting more than 9,000 rowers and 300,000 spectators to the banks of the Charles River. Racing takes place on Saturday October 20 and Sunday October 21 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The regatta attracts youth, collegiate, masters, international, world champion and Olympic athletes competing in 55 events.

In addition to the exhilarating rowing action, the Regatta offers a number of family-friendly activities for all ages, including a rowing and fitness expo; food vendors serving delicacies from all over the world; and Reunion Village, the half-way point between the race offering clubs, schools, alumni groups, parents, boosters and more the opportunity to catch up with friends in a fun and relaxed environment.

The Head Of The Charles Regatta is free and open to the public. For more information, log onto www.HOCR.org.

WHEN: Saturday, October 20, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. / Sunday, October 21, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

WHERE: Charles River, Boston/Cambridge, Massachusetts

START: Boston University's DeWolfe Boathouse, 619 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA

FINISH: Artesani Park, 1255 Soldiers Field Road, Boston, MA