Marietta Riverfront Roar
July 11, 12, 13 2008
Since 1986 Powerboat Superleague has been conducting safe, exciting powerboat races all over the
The Races consist of 10-15 laps of qualifying, and 20-30 lap Final per class. There will be 2 main classes competing at the Riverfront Roar which are the F2 (Formula 2), and F3 (Formula 3).
Click here to watch hightlights from 2007 Marietta Riverfront Roar http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYJtA-fXQJ0 Schedule of Events This year both our races will be WORLD CHAMPSIONSHIPS! 12 Noon- Road Closures (Front St from Butler to Greene, Greene St from Third to Front St, Second St from Butler to Greene, and Ohio St from the Levee to Third St.), Concessionaires set up, setup for event begins on the Ohio River Bank and the Levee 5:00 pm Powerboats on display- Front St, Greene St &Second St. 6:00-9:00 pm Merchants and Artists Walk 6:00-8:00 pm Drivers Party at the city parking lot between the Lafayette Hotel and the Ohio River - 6:00-8:00 pm
7:00-8:00 pm Live entertainment by continues on stage- Michael Moon Mullen and The Moon Band 8:30-9:30 pm Live entertainment by continues on stage- Cold Shot 9:45-11 pm Outdoor Movie shown at the Armory for the children provided by Kassel Music and The Mayors Jubilee Fund ~ Featured Movie: Madagascar 10:00-12:00 pm Live entertainment continues on stage- Riverfront Roar Idol Karaoke Finals
Saturday, July 12th
7:00 am Registration for Run for The Roar 8:00-9:15 am Marietta YMCAs Run for The Roar 9:15-9:30 am Race Awards presentation 9:00 am Registration for
10:00 am Powerboats on the
10:00 am Beer Garden Opens and Checkered Flag Area (VIP) opens 12:00 Noon Opening Ceremonies, Ohio River Levee, to include announcing a 1:00 pm 1:00 pm-Midnight 102.1 The River Live remote Radio 5:00 pm Heat Races conclude 5:00-5:20 pm
Hotel & the Ohio River- Elvis Tribute featuring The Frankster of J & J Sporting Goods 5:30 pm6:30 pm Live entertainment continues on stage- Plan B 6:30-7:00 pm Gels Dance Centre Students aged 6 through 18 years old. 7:00-8:00 pm Live entertainment continues on stage with Radio 1 8:00-8:30 pm Gels Dance Centre 8:30-9:30 pm Live entertainment continues on stage with The Dave Martin Band 9:30 pm FIREWORKS at the Levee 9:45 pm 12:00 pm Live entertainment continues on stage- Mixx
Sunday, July 13th
8:00 am Ham Radio broadcasts begin. Contact people around the world. 8:00 am-3:00 pm Pioneer Corvette Association Car Show, Front Street 10:00 am Powerboats on the
12:00 Noon Opening Ceremonies on the Levee, Ham Radio stops 1:00- 4:00 pm Final Races 102.1 The River Live remote Radio 1:00 pm-5:00pm
4:30 pm Vadakin Cup and Trophies Awarded Corporate displays open up to include the Army, Navy, Scoddies & Co., Sprint, Marietta RV, Hometown Honda, WesBanco, Progressive Insurance (with Biehl-Hawn Insurance Agency), Advantage Bank, Citizens Bank, Humane Society, Marietta Convention & Visitors Bureau, Zides Sport Shop selling Official shirts and hats, Steves Vans, Ohio Bath Fitters, Washington State Community College will be displaying their Nextel Cup car, and others. In general: There will be balloons, T-Shirts and memorabilia, childrens activities, Pepsi is introducing a new product and giving out free samples, we have a record sign-up of race teams, and there will be plenty of great foods available. The activities, entertainment, fireworks, and world-class racing will go on all weekend. Fast, free, fun for all. Contact me at 373-8811 ext 3102 or email jel@regionalcollectionservices.com Trolley Tours will run on regular schedule from the Gazebo on Ohio Street.
Friday, July 11th
Come meet the race teams-Draw for boat sponsors designations
between the Lafayette Hotel and the
donation, walk your pet, and enjoy the races.
Heat Races beginLook for...
VFW Post 5108 will be offering campsites for overnight stays at 319 Pike St. Tents $10.00 weekend; Campers $20.00. Limited electric service available.
LLC offering Helicopter Tours $39.00, Fri 3-10pm, Sat 10am-10pm, Sun 10am-7pm-board across Rt 7 North from Pioneer Chevy.
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