*Cover photo courtesy of XINSURANCE-Sports
What to Expect at the 2025 Key West Powerboat Races
If you are headed to Key West November 2 through 9, 2025 for the Race World Offshore World Championship, here is your guide to how it works, what to see, and where to watch.
How the Races Work
Event Dates and Format
The weeklong event runs November 2 through 9, 2025.
The main race days to mark are:
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Wednesday, November 5 (Race Day 1)
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Friday, November 7 (Race Day 2)
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Sunday, November 9 (Championship Finale)
CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL RACE SCHEDULE
There are no races on Thursday, which makes it a great day to explore the island and enjoy some of the best homes Key West has to offer.
Course and Speed
The race runs on a 6 mile offshore course that cuts through the harbor waters of Key West. On the smoother stretches, boats reach incredible speeds over 140 mph. It is the kind of spectacle that shakes the air and gets your heart racing.
Points, Classes, and Strategy
Boats compete in several classes such as Bracket, Stock, Super Cat, Class 1, Extreme, and Super V.
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The first two races award standard points
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The final Sunday race awards double points, making it the most intense and decisive day of the event
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Many teams play it safe early in the week and go all out on Sunday for the championship title
Where to Watch
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The Racing Village at Truman Waterfront Park is the heart of the action
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You can stream online so even if you aren't in Key West you can still be part of the action!
STREAMING LINKS:
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You can view from VIP tents along the water, from Sunset Pier with reservations, or at Fort Zachary Beach
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For a relaxed day between the races, take Thursday to enjoy the shops, restaurants, galleries and opened exclusively for the powerboat weekend.... an open house at 616 Eaton Street!
THURSDAY ONLY - 616 Eaton Street 
✨ By popular demand, one of Old Town’s most extraordinary estates is open for one day only.
For powerboat teams, owners, and high end racing fans who demand only the best, this is your chance to see a property that matches the energy and prestige of Race Week. Just a short walk from Duval Street and the Powerboat Racecourse, 616 Eaton Street offers the perfect mix of proximity, privacy, and pure luxury.
This 4,000 square foot residence on a massive 12,478 square foot lot can comfortably accommodate a full race team, extended guests, or an elite crew seeking a private retreat within the action.
Highlights include:
- Resort style pool surrounded by 3 separate buildings
- Seamless indoor and outdoor living and dining pavilion
- Chef’s kitchen with pass through to the pool and entertaining area
- Expansive tropical lot in the coveted X flood zone
- 5+ bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 2 half baths of impeccable design and finish
Whether you are a racer looking for a team compound, a sponsor seeking a showcase property, or a fan who wants the best seat in town, 616 Eaton Street must be seen to be believed.
📅 Open House: Thursday, November 6, 2025
🕓 Time: 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM
📍 Location: 616 Eaton Street, Key West
Click here for more information
Stop by, take a breather from the offshore action, and experience this rare property. This is where speed meets style.
Race World Championship Kentucky Bourbon
For the fans and racers who appreciate the finer things, Race Week also introduces an exclusive collectible: the Race World Championship Kentucky Bourbon. Crafted in partnership with Owensboro Distilling Co., this small batch bourbon was created to celebrate the passion, precision, and power that define offshore racing. Each bottle is hand labeled, individually numbered, and designed to honor the 2025 World Championship in true Key West style.
This limited edition spirit is more than a drink, it is a keepsake for those who live and breathe the offshore lifestyle.
You can learn more about the bourbon and bottle signing here:
👉 Race World Bourbon
👉 Bottle Signing
Whether you are trackside for the roar of the engines or toasting the victories after the races, this limited release bourbon is the perfect way to celebrate Race Week in true Key West fashion.
Quick Recap
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Major race days: Wednesday November 5, Friday November 7, Sunday November 9
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Course length: 6 miles, with speeds exceeding 140 mph
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Sunday race awards double points <-- Strategy is Key
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Thursday is race break day, perfect for the open house at 616 Eaton Street - one of the largest and most elegant properties in Old Town
- Make the experience official with the Race World Championship Kentucky Bourbon
You Should Be Here,
🐓KWT🐓
