Grand Prix America Hydroplanes Bring Thunder Back to Seattle’s Seafair Weekend Festival
Seattle, WA – Grand Prix America Hydroplanes is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated return to the iconic Seafair Weekend Festival, taking place Friday, August 1st – Sunday, August 3rd. This marks a significant moment for both the sport and its fans, as this year’s event promises to deliver non-stop action with deck-to-deck battles featuring the best drivers and teams the series has to offer.
“We are incredibly honored to be back at the Seafair Weekend Festival, a venue with such a rich history in hydroplane racing,” says Bryan Richards, spokesperson for Grand Prix America Hydroplanes. “With the Grand Prix class experiencing a phenomenal surge, the timing couldn’t be better. We’re excited to bring the noise and the thrill of hydroplane racing back to the shores of Lake Washington.”
Seafair President and CEO Emily K. Cantrell shared her excitement about the return of Grand Prix Hydroplanes to the lineup, stating “We’re thrilled to have the Grand Prix America Hydroplanes back at Seafair this year. Hydroplane racing is a huge part of our festival’s history, and it’s amazing to see the sport evolve. This year, with the Grand Prix Hydroplanes joining our lineup, we’re doubling the racing action on the water, giving fans twice the excitement and speed to enjoy. These races bring so much energy to Lake Washington, and we can’t wait for everyone to experience the thrill up close.”
The upcoming races at the Seafair Weekend Festival will feature high-speed turns and fierce competition, capturing the spirit of hydroplane racing that has captivated audiences for decades. Fans can expect a weekend filled with speed, splashes, and the roar of engines, as the Grand Prix America Hydroplanes showcase their 1400 horsepower supercharged Chevrolet engines in deck-to-deck battles you don’t want to miss!
For more information, tickets, and event schedules, visit seafair.org.
About Grand Prix America Hydroplanes
Grand Prix America Hydroplanes is a leading hydroplane racing series in North America, featuring some of the fastest boats on water. With a focus on competition, innovation, and community engagement, GPA continues to bring the best of hydroplane racing to fans across the continent.
About Seafair Charitable Foundation
Since 1950, nothing has been more synonymous with summer in Seattle than Seafair. Before the Seahawks and Mariners called Seattle home, before the 1962 World’s Fair that gave us the iconic Space Needle, Seattle celebrated Seafair. Today, the 501(c)(3) non-profit organization has grown into a multi-week festival with events across the Puget Sound touching more than two million people. Times may have changed since its inception, but the core values of Seafair remain dedicated to being a community and volunteer – driven festival and a catalyst for creating experiences that celebrate the best parts of living in the Emerald City. For more information, visit seafair.org.
