Race Week Rolls Into Key West: 2026 World Championship
The 2026 Key West World Championship runs Nov. 1–8. Race Week opens Sunday with the boat parade on Duval; racing is Nov. 4, 6 and 8.
By Kate Baldwin · · 2 min read
If a friend asked me what's happening in town this weekend, the answer is easy: the boats are coming. Race World Offshore's 2026 Key West World Championship runs Sunday, November 1 through Sunday, November 8, based at Truman Waterfront Park.
One thing to get right before you make plans: Race Week begins this Sunday. The actual racing begins Wednesday. There is no championship race on Sunday, November 1. The race days are Wednesday, November 4, Friday, November 6 and Sunday, November 8.
Sunday is the kickoff. The World's Fastest Boat Parade is scheduled to roll down Duval Street at about 4 p.m. It's the one time all week you can see these boats up close on Duval.
This is one of those weeks when Key West really feels like Key West.
Race Week at a Glance
SunNov 1
Kickoff + World's Fastest Boat Parade
Duval Street · about 4 PM
WedNov 4
Race Day
Truman Waterfront Cup
FriNov 6
Race Day
Southernmost Continental Championship
SunNov 8
Championship Finale
Conch Republic Championship
From Race World Offshore's current schedule, which is subject to change for weather, water conditions or operations.
Race schedules can change because of weather, water conditions or operational requirements, so check raceworldoffshore.com before you head out.
This story is part of my weekly roundup, Florida Keys Real Estate This Week: October 27, 2026.
FAQ
When are the 2026 Key West powerboat races?
Race World Offshore's Key West World Championship runs November 1 to 8, 2026, based at Truman Waterfront Park. Race Week opens Sunday, November 1 with the World's Fastest Boat Parade on Duval Street, but the racing itself begins Wednesday. Race days are Wednesday, November 4, Friday, November 6 and Sunday, November 8, subject to change.
Sources
- Race World Offshore: 2026 Key West World Championship
- Race World Offshore: Key West Schedule (subject to change)
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