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August 29 – 31
Friday – Sunday

Kankakee River Valley Regatta (Racer/Crew Registration)

Kankakee River

Kankakee River Valley Regatta Roars Back with the APBA OPC Nationals! Get ready as the legendary Kankakee River Valley Regatta makes its thrilling return to host the APBA OPC Nationals—a crown jewel in the world of tunnel boat racing! For decades, Kankakee has been a hallowed battleground for…

Aug 29 – 31

Kankakee River Valley Regatta (Racer/Crew Registration)

Kankakee River
Crew and Spectators and Volunteers
$25 Single Event APBA Member (incl. Hot Pit)
Owners and Drivers and Riders
$150 OPC - Sport C
$200 OPC - SST 45
$200 OPC - SST 60
$250 OPC - SST 120
$250 OPC - MOD U
$250 OPC - CHAMP
$250 OPC - FORMULA 150
$250 OPC - FORMULA 200
$250 OPC - VP 75

Friday - Testing

Testing begins at 12pm 

River closes at 5pm

Saturday - Racing

Qualifying Begins - 9am

Opening Ceremonies/National Anthem - 12pm

Heat Racing 12:30pm

River Closes 5pm

Sunday - Racing

Heat Racing Begins - 10am

Opening Ceremonies/National Anthem - 12pm

Racing Finals Begin - 12:30pm

Winners Circle 4pm

Kankakee River
1600 Cobb Blvd
Kankakee IL 60901

Kankakee River Valley Regatta Roars Back with the APBA OPC Nationals!

Get ready as the legendary Kankakee River Valley Regatta makes its thrilling return to host the APBA OPC Nationals—a crown jewel in the world of tunnel boat racing! For decades, Kankakee has been a hallowed battleground for some of the fastest and fiercest outboard performance craft in North America, and 2025 promises to be bigger and bolder than ever.

Expect high-speed action, deck-to-deck battles, and the unmistakable roar of outboards echoing off the riverbanks as national titles are on the line. With a legacy of champions forged in Kankakee’s tight turns and fast straights, this race is a must-see for fans and families alike.

The Regatta is back—and it's reclaiming its place in powerboat racing history. Don’t miss the return of the thunder on the Kankakee!

🏁 Racer Registration Details

  • Where to register: Competitors must register through the APBA Trackside system under the “Kankakee River Valley Regatta – Driver” event. You’ll need to log in with your APBA membership to access the driver registration form offshoreonly.com+13apba.tracksideapp.com+13screamandfly.com+13.

  • Event Dates: Scheduled for Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 – Sunday, Aug 31, 2025, as part of the Labor Day weekend festivities .

  • Champion-Level Competition: This event serves as the APBA OPC Nationals, offering national championship titles in OPC classes, with the return of national-level racing following a significant hiatus

Pit Access – Kankakee River Valley Regatta

Get up close to the action with Pit Access at the Kankakee River Valley Regatta, located right next to the historic Kankakee Boat Club. For just $25 for the weekend, fans can experience behind-the-scenes excitement, meet the drivers and crews, and see the race boats up close as they prepare to battle for national titles.

Pit access is a must for any racing enthusiast looking to feel the energy, smell the fuel, and witness the intense preparation that goes into high-speed tunnel boat racing.

Don’t just watch the race—experience it from the heart of the action!