Powerboating World Championship comes to Florida’s Englewood Beach
Florida’s Englewood Beach will proudly play host to the American Powerboat Association (APBA) World Championship finale.
It takes place at Englewood Beach Waterfest October 10 through October 12.
This fall will mark the 11th year of speedboat racing on Englewood Beach.
Waterfest draws people far and wide, averaging an impressive 32,000 guests throughout the weekend.
Englewood Beach Waterfest, Inc. is a non-profit, 100% volunteer-run organization that highlights speedboat racing and water activities to promote and support conservation and recreation.
The APBA Championship is a three-race event with Waterfest holding the final race, bringing both national and international recognition to the area.
Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach’s Waterfest was selected as one of the Top 20 Festivals by the Southeast Tourism Society in 2023, marking its third time being recognized with this award.
Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, makes for the ideal race setting due to its unique day-to-day water conditions, from calm waters to larger waves.
In addition, the community support in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach is strong with stringent safety measures, from helicopters overhead to protect race drivers and marine life, to the local fire department’s rescue boat on standby.
“Englewood Beach Waterfest is excited and honored to be hosting the final race of the season where the APBA World Champions will be crowned,” says Englewood Beach Waterfest President, Jay Henderson.
“The Englewood community loves offshore racing and enjoys showcasing our beautiful area. The 450 Volunteers that make Englewood Beach Waterfest possible welcome and assist our Guests and Racers to make sure all have a safe and enjoyable weekend.”
Friday October 10 sees the Annual Block Party on historic Dearborn Street.
Racing kicks off at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 11 and continues through Sunday, October 12.
The top three winners will be crowned at the awards ceremony.
Price: General Admission Two-Day Tickets = $35.00 (children under 12 FREE) and VIP One-Day Tickets = $150.00, VIP Two-Day Tickets = $250.00
For more information and tickets: https://englewoodbeachwaterfest.com/.
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