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SUMMARY:Bradenton Area River Regatta  - Palmetto/Bradenton\, FL
DESCRIPTION:IHRA F1 Powerboat Series Comes to the Bradenton Area River Regatta \nFebruary 20–21\, 2026 • Rossi Park & the Riverwalk • Bradenton\, Florida\nThe Manatee River is about to become a full-throttle race course. \nFor the first time ever\, the IHRA Formula One Powerboat Series roars into the Bradenton Area River Regatta\, joining Formula Lights and Tri-Hull racing for a full day of high-speed competition. It all unfolds during the 11th annual Bradenton Area River Regatta\, a completely free\, two-day waterfront celebration packed with live music\, aerial shows\, family attractions\, and a massive drone and fireworks spectacular. \nWhether you come for the racing\, the concerts\, or the festival atmosphere\, this is one of the most attended weekends on the powerboat circuit\, and it happens right here on the river. \n\nOpening Night — Friday\, February 20\n“Friday Night Flash” • 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM\nRossi Park & Riverwalk \nOpening night launches the weekend with music\, lights\, and spectacle along the Riverwalk. \nNational ABBA tribute band ABBA NOVA headlines an evening of live performances alongside Bella Garland\, followed by a jaw-dropping dual drone and fireworks show from Sky Elements and Zambelli. The riverfront lights up with synchronized aerial choreography and explosive color\, a signature Regatta moment. \nRoads remain open Friday evening\, making arrival simple and convenient. \n\nRace Day — Saturday\, February 21\nRacing + Festival • 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM\nThe river transforms into a speed arena as elite drivers battle for championships in Formula-1\, Formula Lights\, and Tri-Hull competition. Expect tight turns\, towering rooster tails\, and thunderous acceleration\, with prime viewing from Rossi Park and the Green Bridge shoreline. \nBetween heats\, the Regatta delivers nonstop entertainment on both sides of the river\, creating a full-day waterfront festival atmosphere. \n\nLive Music\, Shows & Family Attractions\nLive bands perform throughout the day in Bradenton and Palmetto\, featuring regional favorites and touring acts including Francesca Tarantino\, Trop Rock Junkies\, Weeping Angels\, Burnouts\, Table for 2\, Sunbleached\, Killjoy\, and Black Mariah. \nFormer world flyboarding champion Kristen Smoyer launches skyward in a gravity-defying water performance\, while professional canine stunt teams Team Zoom and Daredevil Dogs thrill crowds with frisbee acrobatics. Kids zones\, festival food\, and waterfront vendors keep the energy high from morning through evening. \nAfter dark\, the skies come alive with the signature drone and fireworks spectacular presented by Sky Elements and Zambelli\, a visual finale that closes opening night in unforgettable fashion. \n\nGetting Around & Road Closures\nSaturday includes early morning road closures beginning at 4:00 AM to support race operations. Roads reopen after racing and cleanup\, typically between 8:30–9:00 PM. \nClosures include: \n\nGreen Bridge — closed to vehicles\, bikes\, and scooters\n9th St. W. — between Manatee Ave & Green Bridge\n12th St. W. (Old Main) — between Manatee Ave & 1st Ave W / Barcarrota Blvd\n3rd Ave. W. — eastbound only between 9th St. W. & US-41\n\nA free trolley runs continuously from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM across the Green Bridge\, making it easy to explore both Bradenton and Palmetto. Ample parking is available in both cities. \n \n\nLocation & Event Hours\nRossi Park444 3rd Ave WBradenton\, FL 34205 \nFriday: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PMSaturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM \n \n\nPlan Your Weekend\nFor the full event schedule\, attractions\, parking maps\, and visitor details\, visit: \nbradentonarearegatta.com \nBring the family. Bring your friends. Come experience Formula-1 powerboat racing exploding onto the Manatee River during one of Florida’s biggest waterfront celebrations. \n\nEVENT SCHEDULE\nTuesday\, Feb. 17\n11:00 Press Conference\, Pier 22 \nFriday\, Feb. 20\n6:30 Pit Set Up \n8:00-10:00 Capsule Training\, Marriott Palmetto Pool \n12:00 Race Course Set up w/ Bradenton Fire Dept. \nSaturday\, Feb. 21\n8:30 Drivers Meeting \n10:00-11:30 Testing all classes \n11-30-11:45 River Open \n11:45-12:00 Opening Ceremonies \n12:00-12:45 F-Lights- Qualifying\, Heats 1 & 2 \n12:45-1:15 Tri Hull\, Heats 1 & 2 \n1:15-2:00 F1 Qualifying\, Heats 1 & 2 \n2:00-2:15 Tri Hull\, Heat 3 \n2:15-2:45 F-Light Final \n2:45-3:15 Tri Hull Final \n3:15-4:15 F1 Final \n5:00-9:00 Marriott Drivers Party (7:05 Awards) \n  \nEVENT MAPS\n  \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n  \n  \n\nDownload Event Flyer \n Check Out The Press Release
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LOCATION:Rossi Park\, 444 3rd Ave W\, Bradenton\, 34205\, United States
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