The 2025 Bradenton Area River Regatta, Manatee County’s Largest and FREE Civic Event, Opens:

With “Friday Night Flash”…February 21 @ 7:15 p.m—with the world-famous Sky Elements Drone Light Show…followed by an all day slate of Powerboat Racing and free family fun Saturday, February 22! [click here for full schedule]

We sincerely thank all of our great sponsors, partners and, most importantly, residents and spectators who make the region’s most dynamic and anticipated event “sizzle the shore.”

Be Here…for the Most Attended Race on the Powerboat Circuit!

Even better, put yourself and your business within the heart of all the excitement and action. For sponsorship platforms and activations, e-mail Mike Fetchko:
mfetchko@ismusa.us because You Gotta Regatta!

The 2024 Bradenton Area Regatta Press Conference Happened Tuesday, Feb. 13…on the Terrace at Pier 22! Watch the conference in its entirety for a full preview of this year’s event…click here!

Formula-2 Powerboat Superleague Racing at speeds over 120/mph…it’s fast, furious and full of edge-of-your-seat thrills!

Marine Safety First!

Marine Conservation Do’s/Don’ts:

  • DO place trash in proper receptacles and recycle
  • DO adhere to all posted speed zones including Manatee Slow Speed Zones
  • DO assign a boat lookout wearing polarized sunglasses to watch for marine wildlife
  • DO be safe and have fun!
  • DON’T harass, harm, chase, collect, wound, kill or touch manatees, sea turtles or dolphins as those actions are illegal and violators may face prosecution, fines and/or jail.

Enter the LECOM “Run the Riverwalk” 5K Race and Spring Training Sweepstakes Now!

Start the year running! For complete race details and registration …enter here!
For your chance to win tickets to FOUR DIFFERENT BALLPARKS to watch spring training baseball games …enter here!