If you've registered your boat online, you're already with the program – just make sure you document your route to the race, and tag the Charleston Race Week social feeds (namely Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) so they can cheer you on!
If you've found yourself in Charleston without a ride, don't panic: get on the Crew List and head to the opening night beach party to make friends and get the word out.
Thursday evening kicks off the regatta with dock talks, a skipper's meeting, and the Opening Beach Party at 4PM – after that, it's off to the races. Friday, Saturday and Sunday all have similar schedules – see below. The one crucial exception: the party starts early on Sunday. See the complete Charleston Race Week schedule here.
Charleston is walkable and bikable, with quaint neighborhoods scattered throughout its 17 square miles. To take in some of its rich history and beautiful architecture, head South of Broad to check out the most historic homes, or visit the gardens participating in Charleston's 69th Annual Festival of Houses & Gardens, happening now through April 24. For an in-depth look at military life, visit Patriots Point, which hosts several living museums, featuring active aircraft carrier USS Yorktown, destroyer USS Laffey, and submarine USS Clamagore, all of which are open for tours.
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Full disclosure: We haven't raced in CRW! And we still tried to write a blog post about it, because we're excited for this awesome event. Did we miss the mark? What else should we include? Let us know - email becky@dockwa.com.