How to watch the 2016 Head of the Charles
Whether you plan to head to the banks of the Charles River or stay up-to-date from afar, we've got you covered.
The 52nd Head of the Charles, the world’s largest two-day regatta, will have more than 2,250 boats representing clubs from 28 different countries competing, and is expected to draw crowds of up to 400,000 people.
Here are the ways you can get in on the action, whether you’re making your way to the banks of the Charles River or staying up-to-date from afar.
Go
The regatta recommends spectators view the races between the Anderson and Weeks bridges, along the halfway point of the course. If you’re looking for a few more location ideas, we’ve also compiled a list of the best viewing spots to watch the race.
Watch
The Head of the Charles live streams the action throughout the entire weekend on its website. This way even if you can’t physically attend the regatta, you can still cheer on your favorite teams from wherever you are.
Follow
You can stay informed on race day results and updates by following The Head of the Charles on Twitter and Facebook. You can also check out the race’s official program to see who is racing who and when.
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