Race Weekend
2011 Event Schedule
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Getting Around
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Hotels
Reunion Village
Eliot Bridge Enclosure
2011 REGATTA: RACE WEEKEND
October 22 & 23, 2011

Since 1965, rowers have come from far and near to the banks of the Charles River to take part in the world's largest regatta. But the fun isn't limited to competitors - there are many ways for spectators to get involved in the weekend's activities.

ELIOT BRIDGE ENCLOSURE:
Spend the weekend watching the races from the comfort of the Eliot Bridge Enclosure, a new by ticket only hospitality tent right at the river's edge sponsored in part this year by Delta. Tickets include breakfast and hot coffee in the morning, a gourmet lunch catered by Island Creek Oyster Bar and a comfortable vantage point to watch crews as they come into the last stretch of the race. Registration available NOW!

WELD EXHIBITION
Located near Harvard's Weld Boathouse between the Weeks and Lars Anderson Bridges, the Weld Exhibition is one of the Regatta's liveliest sites. Official Head Of The Charles sponsors line the banks, offering delicious local flavors and free samples. Purchase your official Regatta Programs and Merchandise and check out up-to-date race results.

The Weld Exhibition also boasts one of the race's most exciting viewing sites and is the perfect place to enjoy the Regatta. find a spot along the banks and cheer your favorite crew through the race's halfway mark.

REUNION VILLAGE
The 2011 Head Of The Charles Regatta will feature the 9th annual Reunion Village. As a service to both local and out-of-town spectators, the village provides a setting for clubs, schools, alumni groups, parents, boosters and "Friends" to connect and enjoy themselves against the backdrop of the greatest fall regatta in North America. Please check back for information on how to reserve a spot for your alumni group. Cold beer, wine, breakfast and lunch concessions are offered, or you may bring your own (but no alcohol may be brought onsite). Other Reunion Village highlights:

  • Dining Tent with seating and floors
  • PA Color Commentary
  • Merchandise Sales

General Admission to the Reunion Village is $3/person or 2 for $5. Complete details on the 2011 RV as well as a list of participating institutions available HERE.

AWARDS CEREMONY:
Attend any (or all) of the three Head Of The Charles Awards Ceremonies at the Rowing and Fitness Expo where all first place winners are presented with HOCR medals. The Awards Ceremonies are scheduled for: Saturday, October 22nd at 4:30PM and 6PM, and Sunday October 23rd at 3PM and 5:30PM. Complete details on the Awards Ceremonies available HERE.

ROWING AND FITNESS EXPO
Stop by the Rowing & Fitness Expo tent, located in the midst of the Finishing Area Launch Site (FALS) to try out a rowing machine, try on some beautiful rowing jewelry, or browse for new workout gear. A complete list of vendors is available HERE.

FOOD COURT:
Check back for more information this fall.

2010 ROWER HIGHLIGHTS
Read about the competitors who raced at the 2010 Head Of The Charles Regatta.