Will Your Crew Win Amarillo’s Cardboard Boat Race Jackpot

This has been a very busy summer in Amarillo, Texas. If you're trying to find something to do to keep your family busy, there are so many options.

We have nights filled with live music at Starlight Theater. We've had June Jazz and the massive annual Route 66 Festival. These events are just the appetizer.

Amarillo Parks and Recreation shared information today about an event coming up that sounds like something that everyone is going to love. I hope you've got your sea legs.

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On July 26, 2025, there are going to be cardboard boat races in Amarillo, Texas. It's an all-ages event that Amarillo Parks and Rec is putting on, and it sounds like a lot of fun.

For the event, you'll need to gather a crew and get really creative. You'll need to build a boat using nothing but cardboard and duct tape. Once your boat is built, you'll test it on the waters of South East Pool.

How to Build Your Cardboard Boat

The cardboard boat races will be held from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the pool, and registration is $10. You can visit the Amarillo Parks and Recreation website to register. Registration ends July 21.

The boat that comes in first will receive a prize. There is also an award for the best decorated, and something called the "Titanic Award." I bet you can figure that one out using your imagination.

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It's exciting to see so many events scheduled for this summer, and it's great that even more are being added. Follow Amarillo Parks and Recreation on social media to keep up with the latest.