Raceboats will navigate a new course in the Gulf of Mexico, close to shore, that allows fans the ultimate experience as teams race alongside the recently renovated 7 Mile Bridge. A unique twist, VIP tents and race day viewing has been granted to RWO on the 7 Mile Bridge.
Race Day Viewing & Parking
April 28th – 30th, 2023
Free General Admission
Racing is scheduled for Saturday, April 29th and Sunday, April 30th. VIP tickets are good for both days of racing and viewers can also watch all races from the 7 Mile Bridge. Please note important details below to help plan your day!
- Free Parking available at Marathon City Park and will shuttle to Sunset Grille.
- Pigeon Key Shuttle will operate from 9:30-4:30 (or at the conclusion of the last race) to transport viewers to and from the race site.
- There will be no general admission parking access at Sunset Grille or onsite at the 7 Mile Bridge.
- VIP ticket holders will receive a parking pass at will call.
Marathon VIP Race Experience
The 2023 hospitality experience is set and excitement builds as we get ready for the season’s first National Series race of the year. Our VIP experience includes viewing from under the tents on the water’s edge. All this located just at the foot of 7-Mile Bridge. Also accessible will be viewing from the Grand 7-Mile Bridge, high atop the race course.
There will be two action packed days of qualifying, testing and racing. The World’s biggest boats are coming to Marathon.
Feel like you are part of all the action as you relax and enjoy this hospitality experience, while in a front-row seat with the two day VIP package. CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets now!
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Join Race World Offshore for an exclusive sponsorship opportunity including hospitality, signage, on-site marketing and more! Be part of the action of this exciting sport and get a personal experience with RWO, race teams and fans. Learn more about available packages and complete offerings or contact Race World Offshore to determine which sponsorship package is best for your business.
Official Sponsors
Marathon Hotel Sponsors
We are so grateful to all of the sponsoring hotels for this event. Without their support, we would not be capable of accommodating all of our guests who share the same passion for racing we do. Click on any of the logos to book your stay for the first race of the 2023 season!
Key West’s Conch Republic Days features a myriad of fun-filled family friendly events (many free) held at some of the island’s most unique and historic venues.
The celebrations honor the 1982 founding of the island nation of the Conch Republic (Key West and the Florida Keys) formed in response to actions by the US Border Patrol when the US Government put up a federal blockade in Florida City.
7 Mile Offshore Grand Prix - Race Course
Event Schedule
2023 proposed events. Schedule subject to change.
Thursday, April 27th
| 9:00 AM | – | 4:30 PM | Dry Pits Open – Early Arrivals | Dry Pit 1- 550 122nd Street (San Pablo Church) |
| Mod V, Stk V, All Bracket Boats | ||||
| Dry Pit 2 – 7280 Overseas Hwy (South End Airport) | ||||
| All Cats, VX | ||||
| Crane 1- 3380 Overseas Hwy (Public Boat Ramp) | ||||
| Super Stock, Mod V, Stk V, All Bracket Boats | ||||
| Crane 2- 1090 Overseas Hwy (Pigeon Key Tours) | ||||
| Super Cat, 450 | ||||
| Wet Pits- (Faro Blanco / Suntex) |
Friday, April 28th
| 9:00 AM | – | 5:00 PM | Registration | RWO Trailer Marathon Airport |
| 9:00 AM | – | 5:00 PM | Inspections (EZ Pass Required) | RWO Trailer Marathon Airport |
| 10:00 AM | – | 3:00 PM | Dunker Testing | Coconut Cay RV Park – 200 Aviation Blvd |
| 5:30 PM | – | 8:30 PM | Welcome Party Racers & Fans | Aquarium Encounters – 11710 Overseas Highway |
| 8:30 PM | – | Faro Blanco After Party | Faro Blanco Resort |
Saturday, April 29th
| 7:00 AM | – | 7:30 AM | Physicals (Sat Bracket Racers Only) | Faro Blanco Resort (Parking Limited) |
| 7:30 AM | – | 8:30 AM | Mandatory Drivers Meeting | Faro Blanco Resort (Parking Limited) |
| 8:00 AM | – | 5:00 PM | Fueling – Official Fuel of RWO | RWO Trailer Marathon Airport |
| 8:00 AM | – | 5:00 PM | Cranes & Ramp Open | Crane 1 (Public Boat Ramp) & Crane 2 (Pigeon Key Tours) |
| 8:30 AM | – | 11:00 AM | Final Registration | Faro Blanco Resort |
| 9:00 AM | – | 12:00 PM | Offshore Testing | On Race Course |
| 9:00 AM | – | 12:00 PM | Inspections (EZ Pass Required) | RWO Trailer Marathon Airport |
| 9:30 AM | – | 4:30 PM | Pigeon Key Shuttles | Sunset Grille to Marathon City Park |
| 12:00 PM | – | 1:30 PM | Open Harbour to all boat traffic | |
| 1:30 PM | – | 2:30 PM | Race 1 Bracket (2,3,4,6,7) | |
| 2:30 PM | – | 4:30 PM | Offshore Testing | |
| 6:30 PM | RWO Sunset Grille Party | 7 Knights Key Blvd. Marathon, FL 33050 | ||
| 8:30 PM | – | Faro Blanco After Party | Faro Blanco Resort |
Sunday, April 30th
| 7:30 AM | – | 8:00 AM | Physicals (Sunday Racers) | Faro Blanco Resort (Parking Limited) |
| 8:00 AM | – | 8:15 AM | Chapel Service | |
| 8:15 AM | – | 8:30 AM | Mandatory Drivers Meeting | |
| 8:00 AM | – | 12:00 PM | Fueling – Official Fuel of RWO | RWO Trailer Marathon Airport |
| 8:30 AM | – | 4:00 PM | Cranes & Ramp Open | Crane 1 (Public Boat Ramp) & Crane 2 (Pigeon Key Tours) |
| 9:30 AM | – | 10:30 AM | Race 1 MOD V / Bracket 5 | |
| 11:00 AM | – | 12:00 PM | Race 2 – Stock 450 / VX | |
| 12:00 PM | – | 1:30 PM | Open Harbour to all boat traffic | |
| 1:30 PM | – | 2:30 PM | Race 3 – Super Cat | |
| 3:30 PM | – | 4:00 PM | Race 4 – Super Stock | |
| 6:00 PM | – | 7:30 PM | Awards Ceremony | Faro Blanco Resort (Parking Limited) |
| 7:30 PM | – | CLOSE | After Party | Faro Blanco Resort |