88th Running · Lake Hollingsworth
Orange Cup Regatta 2026
October 16–18, 2026 · Lakeland, Florida
2026 Race Highlight
Highlight: Points battle between Corey Peabody and J Michael Kelly. Peabody wins!
Strong Racing teammates Corey Peabody in the Y-9 and J. Michael Kelly in the Y-41 go deck-to-deck on Lake Hollingsworth in a points battle. Peabody takes the win!
Schedule of Events
Friday · October 16
Public Pit Party
5:30–9 p.m.
Meet the drivers, see the boats up close, and enjoy food trucks and music at the public Pit Party.
Saturday · October 17
Racing · 1.25-mile course
11 a.m.–5 p.m. · Subject to change
Watch powerboat racing on the 1.25-mile course from along Lake Hollingsworth or follow the livestream on the Orange Cup Regatta Facebook page.
Sunday · October 18
Racing · 1-mile course
11 a.m.–5 p.m. · Subject to change
Return for racing on the 1-mile course. Watch from along Lake Hollingsworth or tune in to the livestream on the Orange Cup Regatta Facebook page.
All times are local to Lakeland, Florida. Racing start times are subject to change.
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