Schooner Wharf Minimal Regatta 2025
When: May 26, 2025 12:00 PM
Where: Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St, Key West, FL 33040
Schooner Wharf Minimal Regatta Splashes Back for Memorial Day Fun
Monday, May 26, 2025 transforms Key West Bight into a sunny stage as the 34th Annual Schooner Wharf Minimal Regatta unleashes its famously quirky plywood-and-duct-tape fleet. Boat inspection at 12:30 p.m. precedes the first heat at 1:30 p.m., where daring crews paddle—or promptly sink—while balmy breezes, sparkling water, and cold beer keep participants and spectators perfectly cool. From Schooner Wharf Bar’s waterfront railings, crowds cheer outrageous designs, colorful costumes, and spectacular splash-downs that showcase Key West’s unmatched ingenuity. Live music, holiday drink specials, and nonstop laughter make this Memorial-Day tradition the ultimate kickoff to summer.
