The Monster Energy P1 AquaX National Championship and P1 Offshore Triple Crown powerboat race series is set to open this weekend in New Orleans, LA, before continuing to Sheboygan, WI, and St. Petersburg, FL over the summer.
Jefferson Parish Councilman Hans Liljeberg stated, “We are proud to host the inaugural New Orleans Powerboat Grand Prix right here in District 5. This event not only promises thrilling racing and family-friendly activities but also provides a unique opportunity to boost our local economy. We look forward to welcoming visitors from across the nation for an unforgettable weekend in Jefferson Parish during our Bicentennial year!”
The weekend includes a boat poker run, speed trials, a parade of boats, and a party in the pits featuring vendors, great local food, live entertainment, and an opportunity to see racers, skis and boats up close. The event site is located on the levee between Bonnabel Boat Launch and Bucktown Harbor Park. Admission is free. (VIP Hospitality tickets with premium waterfront viewing, exclusive hospitality tent access, and gourmet food and drinks served in comfort and style.are available.)
Although the inaugural New Orleans Powerboat Grand Prix, along with the P1 AquaX National Championship race season, kicked off yesterday with some early registration, the fun really begins today with a ribbon cutting scheduled for 10 a.m. and continued registration for the Poker Run. Kilo runs throughout the day, starting at 11 a.m., with awards tentatively planned for 6 p.m. The Kilo run is a speed trial where boats are timed over a measured kilometer.
The action ramps up tomorrow, June 27, with a driver’s briefing for the poker run at 8:30 a.m., an opening ceremony at 9:45 a.m., and the poker run kicking off at 10 a.m. and lasting until 2 p.m. Meanwhile, throughout the day, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., testing will take place for both the AquaX and Offshore competitors. Then, at 6 p.m, at the Bonnabel Boat Launch. the pit party will get underway — a high-energy festival featuring local food trucks, live music, and family-friendly activities. It’s your chance to see the boats up close, meet the teams and drivers, get autographs, and grab photos before the racing begins. Admission is free and there’s a full bar for our 21+ guests.
Saturday and Sunday race scheduling is as follows
General Admission to the Monster Energy Triple Crown event in New Orleans is free of charge to spectators.Free parking will be available at several nearby locations, including Haynes Academy (4301 Grace King Pl, Metairie, LA 70002), and 3501 Ridgelake Dr Metairie, LA 70002. Complimentary parish-provided shuttles will transport attendees to and from the lakefront throughout the weekend.
Shuttle Times
Friday, June 27: 5:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Saturday, June 28: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday, June 29: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
P1 Offshore’s Official YouTube and Facebook pages will be streaming across both days of the event.
The official charity of the Monster Energy P1 Offshore Triple Crown race series is the P1 Marine Foundation, with proceeds earmarked to the Pontchartrain Conservancy and a focus on marine conservation, including research, educational programs for youth, and waterway sustainability.
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