Chicago Rowing Union will be participating in the 42nd Annual Chicago Sprints Regatta, July 9th and 10th at the Lincoln Park Lagoon.

Since 1910, Lincoln Park Boat Club has hosted competitive rowing regattas at the Lincoln Park lagoon and for the last 40 years, those competitions have centered on the Chicago Sprints Regatta.

The Chicago Sprints is one of the largest competitive regattas in the region, drawing junior, collegiate and Master’s athletes from throughout the Midwest. The regatta regularly hosts more than 1,000 athletes, fielding entries from more than 25 clubs drawing from states across the country. It is attended by hundreds of spectators who line the 1000-meter course situated between Lake Shore Drive and the Lincoln Park Zoo. The Chicago Sprints features 1,000-meter, side-by-side, Henley-style racing.  

The CRU tent is usually placed toward the south end of the lagoons. Look for the CRU tent and banner. Friends, family, and non-racing members are highly encouraged to attend! Bring your own blankets and chairs.

Rowers meet on-site at 7:30 AM. Contact your regatta captains if you are lost or late: Fiona 630-561-3128 or Merri (773) 263-5029. You are required to be there for all of the events if you are racing and to help set up and break down. You must be at your normal practice time to de-rig boats and load the trailer; extra hands are always welcome. We will be rigging and unloading on Monday. Please arrive as early as you can, ideally by 6:00 PM.

Rowers should view this document to see further instructions regarding set up and break down for the regatta and indicate their food and drink contributions. For Regatta Preparation, please view this page.

Everything you need to know about the regatta, including directions and parking, can be found here.

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Chicago Sprints Viewing & Staging Locations

Chicago Sprints, 2018