A time-honored tradition of New England sailors, Figawi has held fast through '20 and '21. The course may have adapted until we get the all-clear, but the spirit of the race is still very much in tact – so go be a part of history by racing the 50th annual Figawi Race Weekend.
Note: This post was originally published March 2016, and has been updated to reflect 2021 intel.
Whether you're an old salt or new railmeat, set a course for Figawi 2021.
Who’s racing? Check the Figawi Scratch Sheet
Typially held the Friday prior from 2-8pm, gauging from the website it looks like this year's party is TBD or will make a great comeback next year. When it does, here are the go-to tips for the event:
Party host: Hyannis Yacht Club in Hyannis, MA
Pro-tip: It's a cash only, barflies – hit up the ATM beforehand!
Saturday, May 29
Race Start: Hyannis Port – Reserve your slip at Hyannis Marina
Although Figawi typically finishes in Nantucket Harbor with the lion's share of slips reserved for racers at Nantucket Boat Basin (or a mooring ball at Nantucket Moorings), this year's race will send you out and reel you back in for more fun.
Pro-tip #1: Whether on island or the mainland, Figawi fog can turn blustery – layer up to keep from being miserable on board.
Pro-tip #2: Hang on to your hat! The Figawi hat is a coveted item – if you lose yours on the stumble home, it's unlikely to return.
Typically this party would be held Saturday, May 29 from 7PM-11PM – but to adapt to the Covid-times, this event is TBD.
Location: Figawi Tent
Pro-tip: Keep your bracelet on tight! Once you lose it overboard there's no replacing it.
Remember when Gronk randomly showed up? Keep an eye on the #Figawi2019 hashtag on Twitter and Instagram to see what – or who – is causing a ruckus you won't want to miss.
Typically reserved for groggy Figawi-Sunday (this year would make that May 29, 9-11AM), this event may have to make a comback in '22.
Location: Figawi Tent
Pro-tip #1: The Figawi Bloody Mary packs a punch! Make sure you're not dinghying under the influence after hitting the hard stuff.
Pro-tip #2: Stretch your legs – See some of our favorite places on Nantucket.
Typically held Sunday after the joke tent gets whisked away and restaged, look to your inboxes and race committee for intel on this event.
Location: Figawi Tent
Pro-tip: Find the Figawi Tattoo station and get temporarily branded in the name of charity.
Post by Becky at Dockwa
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