Head of The Charles Regatta

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Official Website:	Head of The Charles Regatta
Location:	Banks of the Charles River, Cambridge, MA
Phone:	617-864-8415
Dates:	Saturday, October 20, 2012 - Sunday, October 21, 2012
Hours:	8:00am - 4:30pm
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	Free
Category:	Fairs & Festivals

The Head of the Charles Regatta is one of the world's largest rowing events. Watch rowing teams compete from all over the country and take the sights of autumn along the banks of the Charles River in Cambridge.

Thousands of men and women will travel from 19 countries around the globe to test their rowing abilities at the 48th annual Head Of The Charles® Regatta.

Spectators will flock to the riverbanks to watch male and female rowers compete in 55 competitive race events while taking in the sights and sounds of the scenic area that has captivated millions since the regatta’s inception in 1964.

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.

Regatta includes races for youths, veterans and lightweights. Similar in tradition to races held in England, 'Head' races, a class of regattas, are generally three miles long. Boats race against each other and the clock, starting sequentially approximately fifteen seconds apart.

Winners of each race receive the honorary title of 'Head of the River' or, in this case, 'Head Of The Charles.' Each year, the Head Of The Charles Regatta attracts over 300,000 spectators.

View the full schedule of race & events, interactive maps, complete Regatta history & more.

Best Viewing Areas:
Best Viewing areas Memorial Drive between JFK Street and BU Boathouse.

Regatta History
The Head of the Charles, the world's largest two-day rowing event, was first held on October 16, 1965. Over the years, the Regatta has grown tremendously. Today athletes from around the world compete in 19 different race events.

Location

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Banks of the Charles River, Cambridge, MA map

Take the T to Harvard Square and walk towards the river.

Tips

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Be prepared for mobs.

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Head Of The Charles

My husband, daughter and myself went last year. It was a blast. There is a lot to do with children, things to look at, sights and sounds. The food was conveniently located - our best veiw, near our favorite Artesani Park across from the Days Inn.

Congratulations, Rowers!

Living Root Dragon Boat congratulates the success of all the competitors at the 2007 Head of the Charles. We invite athletic men and women for dragon boat racing in 2008! Training is already underway on the Charles River and at our indoor pool training facility! Opportunities available to race in Boston, Montreal, New York City, Pawtucket, Hartford and San Francisco! No prior experience necessary. Athleticism, good overall fitness, and/or prior triathlon, swimming, basketball, cycling, marathon, volleyball, rugby, field hockey, lacrosse, football, soccer, running, crew, rowing, sculling, paddling, canoeing, white water rafting, outrigger, kayaking, water polo, or yoga experience a plus. Schedule a free trial practice today! Contact Bob Lee at Bob.Lee@livingroot.org or 617-413-8360.

Handle-able crowds

I went with my six-year-old to see friends row, and we had a nice morining. I remember it being more crowded, but everyone was well behaved. There was carnival food for sale, but also a lot of marketing give-aways -- ice cream, cereal bars, Starbucks coffee! We found parking at 9am, but probably got the last space within half a mile of Harvard Square. It helps to be a rowing fan.