Offshore World Championships - Key West Boat Races 2023

RWO UIM World Championship

Offshore World Championships: November 5th – 12th

Race World Offshore is excited to bring teams and fans to Key West for an amazing Offshore World Championship experience presented by Performance Boat Center. RWO is the premier Offshore Racing Sanctioning body in the United States and our team is dedicated to producing an unforgettable week. With the most experienced team in all of offshore racing around the world, RWO anticipates another spectacular event with the world’s best offshore race teams in attendance!

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RabBeats Race Village located at Truman Waterfront Park Open 9 – 5
3 Days of racing Wednesday, Friday & Sunday
Livestream of races in Race Village Jumbo LED Stage
Vendors & Food Every Day
Gate admission to Navy Outermole for best Viewing
Bleachers, Vendors, Food, Music, Entertainment & More
Race Day’s XINSURANCE VIP Hospitality
Check the schedule for nightly racer’s parties at sponsored local bars on Duval Street and at The Keys Collection Hotels

Wednesday & Friday Award Ceremony on the Outermole after each race
The Sunday prior, World’s Fastest Boat Parade on Duval 4:00pm
Friday: Duval & Greene Street Block Party with your favorite Race Boats
Saturday: 4th Annual Build-A-Boat Contest with Community & Race Teams
Water shuttle on race days for the XINSURANCE Outer Mole VIP guests
Sunday Racing is the finale World Championship Day
UIM World Champion Awards & Closing Ceremonies in RabBeats Race Village at Coffe Butler Amphitheater

XINSURANCE VIP Hospitality & Admission Options

Premium Race Day Experience

RWO is excited to bring our race fans a new and exciting hospitality experience. This year there will be an expanded combined hospitality tent for Friday and Sunday. Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis while supplies last.

Wednesday Bonus:
Tickets include Wednesday admission, seating in VIP, Fury water access from behind the Opal, and cash bar. Food for purchase is only available from the Outer Mole Vendors located throughout the Outer Mole.

Race Day General Admission

General Admission will be Sold On-site at RabBeats Race Village Truman Waterfront Park

Come join us on the Outer-Mole on race days for the most unique Offshore Racing Experience. The RWO UIM World Championships, presented by Performance Boat Center, in Key West rival marquee events like the Daytona 500, Monaco Grand Prix and the Indianapolis 500. Bring the whole family for up close exhilarating action. Food vendors, spirits, entertainment and much more.

Single Day: $25
Kids 12 & Under: Free
Military & Veterans: Free (must show proper military ID)

PRESENTING SPONSOR

Discover a driving force behind our World Championship – Performance Boat Center, a dedicated and crucial sponsor of our high-octane events. Like us, their mission is to push the boundaries of speed and excitement in marine motorsports. Committed to excellence and a passion for high-performance boating make Performance Boat Center an indispensable partner in fueling the adrenaline-pumping action of our World Championship events.

RACE WORLD OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Outer Mole VIP

We’re immensely grateful to XINSURANCE for their continued support of Race World Offshore. Your commitment to our success is remarkable. Your coverage gives us peace of mind, allowing us to focus on thrilling races. Here’s to a future filled with more incredible victories!

Race Village

Race World Offshore would like to express our sincere gratitude to RabBeats for joining us as a sponsor for Key West. Your steadfast support elevates our events to new heights, making them truly exceptional. Thank you for your invaluable contributions!

Energy Drink

Unleash the thrill of offshore racing with Monster Energy – The Official Energy Drink of this heart-pounding sport! Embrace the same unyielding energy, passing and drive that propels these marine motorsport icons to victory, with every sip of Monster Energy.

Apparel

We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Tunaskin, the official apparel sponsor, for their generous sponsorship of the Race World Offshores (RWO) Key West World Championship event. Your contribution as the official apparel sponsor is deeply appreciated.

Host Hotel

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to The Keys Collection for their role as the host hotel for the Race World Offshores Key West World Championship event. Their commitment to providing a welcoming and comfortable home away from home for our participants and attendees is truly remarkable. Your partnership is greatly valued.

Fuel

We want to extend our sincere appreciation to Sunoco for their significant contribution as the fuel sponsor for the Race World Offshores Key West World Championship event. Their commitment to providing high-quality fuel services to our participants and attendees is truly noteworthy. We value their partnership and support.

Premier Sponsors

Key West and Florida Keys Tourist Development Council

Diamond Sponsors

Platinum Sponsors

Project Management & Construction Development LLC

Gold Sponsors

First Flight Island Restaurant & Brewery

Silver Sponsors

Executive Sponsors

Conch Club Sponsors

Key West Offshore World Championship Hotel Partners

Race World Offshore would like to bring attention and thank our hotel partners for the 2023 Offshore World Championship! We simply could not put on these kinds of events without support from organizations like yours.

HOST HOTEL DISCOUNTS

Experience the ultimate excitement of Race World Offshore in Key West while enjoying exclusive benefits at the Key West Collection host hotels. Immerse yourself in the heart of the action and save with special discounts, allowing fans to witness the high-speed adrenaline of offshore racing and unwind in comfort and style at select accommodations. Don’t miss this opportunity to combine thrilling races with exceptional hospitality in the vibrant backdrop of Key West.

Click below to read more details on your desired hotel destination!

24 North Hotel - Key West

Hilton Garden Inn - Key West

The Gates Hotel - Key West

OTHER OFFERS

Margaritaville Beach House - Key West

Our 2023 Hotel Sponsors

Key West Offshore World Championship Restaurant Partners

Race World Offshore would like to bring attention and thank our restaurant partners for the 2023 Offshore World Championship! We simply could not put on these kinds of events without support from organizations like yours.

Our 2023 Restaurant Sponsors

Team Forms & Information

The Key West Offshore World Championship is an exciting event for powerboat racers from around the world! Each year, the world’s top powerboat racers come together to race for the title of Offshore World Champion. The event includes three days of intense racing, and all participants must fill out the necessary forms to compete.

The race itself is an exhilarating experience, with racers competing against each other in intense races to the finish line. The atmosphere is electric, with crowds cheering on the racers as they make their way around the course. The competition is fierce and the stakes are high, but the experience is unforgettable.

This is your chance to show off your team’s speed, agility, and finesse as you battle against other contenders on the open waters! Don’t miss out on a week of racing, fun and excitement.

Don’t forget to fill out all necessary registration and membership forms!

Tent Rental Company

A local business serving the Florida Keys since 1986.

Contact Erik Lemon at [email protected] and use code RWO1.

5212 US Highway One
Key West, FL 33040

Audio Visual Rentals

Audio Visual services provided by AAG Live. Click here to download services order form and email completed form to [email protected].

TW Park Rules

Welcome to Truman Waterfront Park!

Please abide by the following rules:

Park Hours: 7:00 am to 11:00 pm (Sec.26-100)
No alcoholic beverages allowed in any city owned recreational facilities. (Sec.26-97)
No unleashed animals. (Sec. 10-4)
No animals, leashed or unleashed, on any playing surfaces (Sec. 26-101)
All bicycles must be properly secured to designated bicycle racks when not in actual use. (Sec. 26-101)
No camping (Sec. 62-4)
No lying on tables and/or benches. (Sec. 26-101)
Diving or jumping, or causing another person to fall, dive or jump from any pier or quay is prohibited.
Climbing or walking standing or sitting upon railing, walls, monuments, or upon any other public property that is not designed or designated for such purpose is prohibited.
Depositing trash, refuse, debris, or fishing line unless in a receptacle provided for such purpose is prohibited.
Skateboarding or rollerblading on any pier or quay surface that is not designed or designated for the purpose of foot or bicycle travel is prohibited.
Cutting bait or cleaning fish is discouraged on any surface of a pier or quay that is not designed or designated for such purpose.
Thank you for not smoking. (Sec. 26-101)

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Build A Boat

4th Annual Event

Join the on-water action of offshore racing during the 4th Annual Race World Offshore Key West Boat Building Contest and Race. Get ready to build a boat with materials that we provide, just minutes before the building begins! Bring your team of 4-12 participants and get in on the excitement as teams will have 1 hour to build a boat, before safety inspections and race start at 11AM!

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11TH

9:15am Sharp — MANDATORY Team meetings at Truman Waterfront Park at the RWO tent
9:30am — Building Contest on the waterfront by USCG Ingham
10:30am — Safety Inspections, life jackets and judging
11:00am — 1st of 4 heats starts at the Truman Waterfront Park Boat Ramp

TEAM ENTRY FEE

$20.00 per team (minimum 4 people)

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