The Smithfield River Rat Regatta on the Neuse is scheduled for Saturday, August 14th, 2021, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
This is your chance to test your boat-making skills in a race on the Neuse River! Spots are limited, so sign up now.
The race is from the Boat Ramp, at 295 Front Street Smithfield, and ends at the Hwy 70 Bridge.
Awards Categories
- Fastest (youth and adult divisions)
- Overall best decorated
- Overall Titanic award (most memorable sinking)
The only materials allowed for the boat is cardboard, duct tape, and glue. And the boat can’t be entirely wrapped in duct tape. The paddles must be made of cardboard as well.
There are a lot more rules, too. Read them all here.
Following the race will be live music by Blind Joy, a local classic rock band, until 9 p.m.
Schedule of River Rat Regatta
- 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.: Boat Registration
- 3:30 p.m.: Boat Judging
- 3:45 p.m.: Catains’ Meeting
- 4 p.m.: Regatta starts
- 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.: Live music
Rain date is August 28th, 2021. Look for updates on the Facebook event.
Double-Check Before You Head Out!
We make every effort to make sure that everything on Triangle on the Cheap is 100% accurate.
However, sometimes things change without notice, and it's also possible that we can make a mistake. In addition, we can not guarantee that all events adhere to the safety measures that are necessary at this time, so we encourage you to ask any questions of the organizer, to make your best decision, and to stay safe.
Please verify all deals and events with the venue or organizer before you go.
You might also be interested in:
- Subscribing to Triangle on the Cheap's email list
- Triangle on the Cheap event calendar
- Best food and drink deals in the Triangle
- Comparison of three top meal kit delivery services
- Triangle on the Cheap Deals
- Free and cheap things to do this week
- Farmers Markets in the Triangle
- Cheapest gas in the Triangle
