Head of the Charles Regatta Guide
The Head of the Charles Regatta returns for its 60th anniversary, with races starting Friday at 7:45 a.m. and continuing through Sunday.
Races run until 11 a.m. on Friday and late afternoon on Saturday and Sunday. For the full schedule, click here.
Best Spots to Watch
Veteran attendees recommend wearing walking shoes and exploring the course to take in the sights and sounds. However, be aware that the farther down the course you go, the more crowded it gets.
- The Weld Exhibition is a popular destination for food and drinks.
- Riverbend Park offers a good viewing area for the races between the Weeks Footbridge and the Anderson Bridge, with vendors lining the park.
Insiders tip: it's worth battling crowds to check out the hospitality areas.
Wearing walking shoes and going for a stroll up and down the course is recommended to take in all the sights and sounds.
Author's summary: The Head of the Charles Regatta returns for its 60th anniversary this weekend.