Is your life jacket secured? Buckle up! Regatta is hitting a big milestone this year and is celebrating its 15 th canoe race and homecoming event. The entire IU Indianapolis community and city of Indianapolis are welcome to take part in the festivities and cheer on our teams competing in the half-mile canoe race to see who has the fastest boat.
Over the years, Regatta has continued to add onto this university tradition. Now, attendees can spend the whole day in Military Park watching live performances, taking a spin on one of our festival rides, connecting with event sponsors and student organizations and so much more. Here’s what you need to know so you don’t miss out on any Regatta activities:
Race day schedule
Opening ceremony
10 a.m. | Blackford St. Bridge and Canal
Canoe races begin
10:30 a.m. | Canal
‘On A Side Note’ performance
11:10 a.m. | Regatta stage in Military Park
Family Frenzy games begin
11:45 a.m. | Regatta stage
‘Xiphos’ performance
12:55 p.m. | Regatta stage
Dog Costume Contest
1:15 p.m. | Regatta stage
‘The Moving Company’ performance
1:55 p.m. | Regatta stage
Race finals begin
3:20 p.m. | Canal
Closing ceremony and Regatta Royalty crowning
4 p.m. | Regatta stage
All day activities: Food trucks, festival rides, photo booth, Arts and Cultures fair and student organization and sponsor tabling.
FAQ
Q: Where will the stage and restrooms be?
A: We’ve got you covered! See below for a map of where everything is located on race day.
Q: Where can I park?
A: Free parking is available in Lot 85 and Lot 86, as well as any other surface lot at IU Indianapolis. Visit parking.IU Indianapolis.edu for more info on where to park around campus.
Q: What type of food will be at the festival?
A: This year’s lineup of food trucks include: 1947 Eatery and Lounge, Bearded Burger, Ohanalulu Donuts and Ice Cream, Later Taters, The NY Slice, Mr & Mrs Hotdog Stand, Wild Board BBQ and the Coca-Cola Slushie Truck.
Q: Is the event free?
A: Yes! Attending is absolutely free, and the event is open to everyone at IU Indianapolis and in the Indy community. Food is available for purchase.
Q: What’s new this year?
A: In honor of Family Weekend, Sept. 29–Oct. 1, Regatta will be hosting “Minute to Win It” games for families to face off in some friendly competition. See the full list of games and descriptions. Families can register in advance or on race day to participate.
Stop by the info tent to grab a Regatta Passport. If attendees check off seven items on the passport, they can turn it in for a free Regatta merch item.
Meet the 2023 Regatta Royalty
Congratulations to our eight students — Erin Bryce, Melissa Fernandez, Anna Greenfield, Hayden Hurst, Sarah Papabathini, Miranda Prowse, Hannah Romero De Gante and Shubham Vats — who were chosen to be part of the 2023 Regatta Court.
These students will serve as IU Indianapolis ambassadors, participate in Fall Regatta Week events and judge the Dog Costume Contest. Don’t miss out on the Regatta Royalty Crowning at the closing ceremony!
Have questions before the big event? Reach out to the Regatta student team ( regatta@IU Indianapolis.edu) or follow them on Instagram ( @IU Indianapolisregatta) for race day updates.
