Where:
Charles River
Charles River Reservation
Boston/Cambridge, MA
Admission:
FREE
Categories:
Drinks, Food, Games, Good for Groups, Outside, Sports & Active Life
Event website:
https://www.hocr.org/
The world-famous Head of the Charles Regatta (HOCR) returns to Boston this fall, bringing together thousands of athletes, spectators, and rowing enthusiasts for a weekend of thrilling competition. From October 18-20, 2024, rowers from across the globe will race along the iconic Charles River, navigating its challenging twists and turns in a test of endurance and skill. The event features races for all levels, from high school teams to elite rowers, making it a must-see spectacle for fans of the sport.
This annual regatta has become much more than just a rowing competition—it's a celebration of community, sportsmanship, and autumn in New England. Spectators can enjoy a front-row view of the action from various vantage points along the river, including the famous Eliot Bridge and Weeks Footbridge. With a vibrant atmosphere filled with food, festivities, and local vendors, HOCR 2024 offers something for everyone.
🍷 Special Announcement: This year, @lacremawines returns as the official wine partner of the Head of the Charles Regatta! Visit their exclusive La Crema Tasting Room pop-up along the racecourse to elevate your regatta experience. Attendees are invited to enjoy a glass of La Crema's finely crafted wines while taking in the excitement of the event. Whether you're a casual wine enthusiast or a dedicated fan of La Crema, the tasting room pop-up offers the perfect chance to sip and savor their selection of exquisite wines, adding a touch of sophistication to the regatta weekend.
2024 Racing Schedule
Friday Schedule
1 7:45am Men’s Senior-Veteran/Grand Veteran Singles [70+, 80+]
2 8:05am Women’s Senior-Veteran, Grand Veteran Singles [70+, 80+]
3 8:34am Men’s Grand Master/Veteran Singles [50+, 60+]
4 9:18am Women’s Grand Master/Veteran Singles [50+, 60+]
5 9:58am Women’s Senior-Master Doubles [50+]
6 10:05am Women’s Grand-Master Doubles [60+]
7 10:20am Men’s Senior-Master Doubles [50+]
8 10:28am Men’s Grand-Master Doubles [60+]
Saturday Schedule
9 7:45am Men’s Club Singles
10 7:56am Men’s Master & Senior-Master Singles [30+, 40+]
11 8:12am Women’s Club Singles
12 8:21am Women’s Master & Senior-Master Singles [30+, 40+]
13 8:39am Women’s Master Doubles [30+, 40+]
14 8:54am Men’s Master Doubles [30+, 40+]
15 9:08am Men’s Senior-Master Eights [50+]
16 9:19am Men’s Grand-Master Eights [60+]
17 9:32am Women’s Senior-Master Eights [50+]
18 9:43am Women’s Grand-Master Eights [60+]
19 9:56am Men’s Senior-Master Fours [50+]
20 10:07am Men’s Grand-Master Fours [60+]
21 10:18am Women’s Senior-Master Fours [50+]
22 10:32am Women’s Grand-Master Fours [60+]
23 10:51am Men’s Alumni Eights
24 11:10am Women’s Alumnae Eights
25 11:31am Men’s Master Fours [30+, 40+]
26 11:38am Men’s Alumni Fours
27 11:49am Women’s Master Fours [30+, 40+]
28 11:57am Women’s Alumnae Fours
29 12:14pm Men’s Master Eights [30+, 40+]
30 12:24pm Women’s Master Eights [30+, 40+]
31 12:35pm Men’s Club Fours
32 12:53pm Women’s Club Fours
33 1:18pm Men’s Club Eights
34 1:32pm Women’s Club Eights
35 1:51pm Men’s Championship Doubles
36 2:01pm Women’s Championship Doubles
37 2:12pm Men’s Championship Singles
38 2:21pm Men’s Lightweight Singles
39 2:29pm Women’s Championship Singles
40 2:35pm Women’s Lightweight Singles
41 2:46pm Directors’ Challenge Mixed Doubles
42 3:13pm Directors’ Challenge Mixed Quads
Exh 3:26pm Survivor Row (Exhibition)
43 3:41pm Para Mixed PR3 Fours
44 3:43pm Para Mixed Inclusion Fours
45 4:00pm Para Inclusion Doubles
Sunday Schedule
46 7:45am Men’s Youth Singles
47 8:02am Women’s Youth Singles
48 8:19am Women’s Under 17 Fours
49 8:38am Women’s Youth Coxed Quads
50 9:02am Women’s Youth Eights
51 9:35am Women’s Youth Doubles
52 9:56am Women’s Youth Fours
53 10:33am Men’s Under 17 Fours
54 10:51am Men’s Youth Coxed Quads
55 11:13am Men’s Youth Eights
56 11:44am Men’s Youth Doubles
57 12:04pm Men’s Youth Fours
58 12:40pm Men’s Championship Fours
59 12:48pm Men’s Lightweight Fours
60 12:56pm Directors’ Challenge Men’s Quads
61 1:10pm Women’s Championship Fours
62 1:18pm Women’s Lightweight Fours
63 1:27pm Directors’ Challenge Women’s Quads
64 1:50pm Men’s Championship Eights
65 2:02pm Men’s Lightweight Eights
66 2:09pm Men’s Collegiate Eights
67 2:25pm Women’s Championship Eights
68 2:37pm Women’s Lightweight Eights
69 2:44pm Women’s Collegiate Eights
70 3:00pm Men’s Collegiate Fours
71 3:15pm Women’s Collegiate Fours
72 3:34pm Directors’ Challenge Parent/Child Doubles
73 4:00pm Directors’ Challenge Mixed Eights
Thursday, Dec 12, 2024 6:00p
Trillium Fort Point
Sunday, Dec 15, 2024 11:30a
Crane Estate