Water Course
Madison Regatta on the Ohio River in Madison, Indiana, offers thrilling hydroplane motorsport action on a historic water course. Spectator events frequently feature H1 Unlimited racing, including the prestigious APBA Gold Cup, often centered around July 4th. Experience the excitement of this unique racing category. For the current schedule of events, please call (812) 274-4112.
H1 UnlimitedHydroplaneAPBA Gold CupHistoric VenueSpectator EventsJuly 4th
Watch: Madison Regatta (Ohio River)
Know Before You Go
- Race schedule
- Powerboat venues typically host race weekends 3-8 times per season under APBA, OPC, or local sanction. Check the calendar — most weeks are open practice or quiet.
- Spectator access
- Shore-line viewing from a beach or pier is the standard vantage. Bring polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, and a chair — boat racing is a sunny stand-around sport.
- Class variety
- Look for tunnel boats, hydroplanes, jet boats, and offshore depending on water size. Race speeds range from 60 mph (small inland) to 180+ mph (offshore unlimited).