Polk County's 88th Orange Cup Regatta set for October 16-18
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 9:08 AM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
The 88th Polk County Orange Cup Regatta will take place on Lake Hollingsworth from October 16 to October 18. This high-speed powerboat event features Grand National Hydroplanes reaching speeds of 150 miles per hour, and is considered one of the oldest sporting events in the area. Organizers note that the event is also known as 'The Quake of the Lake' due to the spectacle it produces. A new addition this year is the inaugural Orange Cup Regatta Pit Party on October 16 at 5:30 p.m., where attendees can interact with drivers and crews, view race boats, and enjoy local food and music.
- •Event will occur on Lake Hollingsworth October 16-18
- •Hydroplanes will reach speeds over 150 mph
- •First Orange Cup Pit Party is on October 16 at 5:30 p.m.
- •Admission to the regatta is free for spectators
- •Event has deep historical roots in Polk County dating back to 1933
- 9:08 AMYahoo Sports — Here's what to know ahead of 88th Polk County Orange Cup Regatta
"Polk's annual Orange Cup Regatta is just around the corner. Here are the details on what's to come for the 88th edition of the race.
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