The Boat Race 2026: Tideway Week Events and Hospitality
Updated on March 11, 2026​
Plans are well underway for events and hospitality around the 2026 Boat Races.
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Tideway Week Outings
You are warmly invited to observe a training session from the Bosporos launch during Tideway Week. Closer to the date we will open up individual seats, but at this early stage we would like to gauge if there are any crews organising reunions who would be interested in booking the entire launch (we can take up to nine luckily).
If you would like to express interest or have any questions, please email alumni@oubc.org.uk
The current planned outings are as follows (times approximate)
Mon Mar 30: 8:00am (Women), 10:30am (Both), 3:00pm (Men)
Tue Mar 31: 8:00am (Women), 11:00am (Both), 4:00pm (Men)
Wed Apr 1: 12:30pm (Both)
Thu Apr 2: 8:00am (Women), 10:30am (Men). Practice starts pm - details to follow
Fri Apr 3: 9:00am (Women), 2:00pm (Men)
Sat Apr 4: 9:30am (Both)
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Friday 3 April 2026 – Lightweight and Veterans’ Boat Races
Schedule
TBC – Women’s Lightweight Coin Toss
TBC – Men’s Lightweight Coin Toss
TBC – Youth Boat Race
13:50 – Women’s Lightweight Boat Race
14:10 – Women’s Veterans Boat Race
14:25 – Men’s Veterans Boat Race
14:50 – Men’s Lightweight Boat Race
TBC – Lightweight & Veterans Trophy Presentations
Where to Watch
The Lightweight & Veterans’ Boat Race 2026 Watch Party
Location: Thames Rowing Club or London Rowing Club
Presentations will take place on Putney Embankment
Time: 12:00-5:00pm
Cost: £10
Booking: Book tickets now
Accessibility: Stairs are involved to enter and exit the building. A disabled lift is available at Thames RC.
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Saturday 4 April 2026 – Blue Boat and Reserves Boat Races
Schedule
12:15 Women’s Blue Boat Coin Toss
12:20 Women’s Reserve (Osiris v Blondie) Coin Toss
12:50 Men’s Blue Boat Coin Toss
13:10 Men’s Reserve (Isis v Goldie) Coin Toss
13:33 Women’s Blue Boat depart Imperial College Rowing Club
13:49 Osiris depart Imperial College Rowing Club
14:03 Isis depart Westminster School Boat Club
14:21 80th Women’s Boat Race
14:33 Men’s Blue Boat depart Imperial College Boat Club
14:36 Women’s Reserve Race (Osiris v Blondie)
14:51 Men’s Reserve Race (Isis v Goldie)
15:21 171st Men’s Boat Race
15:50-16:15 Trophy Presentations
Where to Watch
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On board MV Revelry (Hosted by alumnus Richard Fishlock)
Board from Putney Pier at 13:30 (TBC) and moor at the Black Buoy. Lunch is at 13:45 (TBC), served with some of the finest wines. Watch the first mile live from one of the two decks, then follow on TV. A great Oxford atmosphere on board.
Time: Embark 13:30 (TBC), and disembark around 16:00
Cost: £85 per person (includes lunch and wines). Tickets on sale now
Questions? Email rlsfishlock@gmail.com
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The Blues’ Club at Fulham Pier (Hosted by The Boat Race Company)
Offers sweeping, uninterrupted views of the river, guests will enjoy food, premium refreshments and unrivalled sight lines.
Location: Markers at Fulham Pier
Time: 12:00-5:00pm
Cost: Packages range from £79-£229 per person. Tickets on sale now
**To book a "Blues' Club Gold at Fulham Pier - Guest" at the discounted rate of £160 (from £229) enter the code 4APRIL2026 at checkout**
If you have already bought Fulham Pier Standard tickets and would like to upgrade to Fulham Pier Gold, please contact hello@theboatrace.org.
Questions? Reach out to The Boat Race Company
The Presidents’ Club on Putney Embankment (Hosted by The Boat Race Company)
Thames Rowing Club offers an exceptional vantage point. Guests will enjoy a front row view of the athletes launching just below you.
Location: Thames Rowing Club
Time: 12:00-5:00pm
Cost: Hospitality package £349 per person – Tickets on sale now
Accessibility: The Presidents’ Club can be accessed via a lift and an accessible WC is available.
Questions? Reach out to The Boat Race Company​
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Official Boat Race Fan Parks
The official Boat Race Fan Parks offer food, drinks, music and large screens to watch the Races at various locations:
– Fulham Football Club Riverside Stand (covered area available in case of inclement weather) offers food and drink, vendors and sponsorship activations
– Bishops Park, Fulham offers a large screen (but no food and drink vendors)
– Furnivall Gardens, Hammersmith offers a large screen, food and drink
Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm
Booking: None required. Cost: Free
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**SOLD OUT** The Clubhouse at The Finish (Hosted by The Boat Race Company)
Positioned just beyond the finish line, the Clubhouse offers a rare perspective. Hospitality guests enjoy a unique vantage point to witness the immediate aftermath of the race, as the crews come ashore amidst a wave of celebration and emotion. Guests will also have a clear view of the official presentation ceremonies, making it one of the most exclusive viewing spots of the day.
Location: Mortlake Anglian & Alpha Boat Club
Time: 1:00-5:30pm
Cost: Hospitality package £195 per person – Tickets SOLD OUT
Accessibility: Please be aware that the lounge and balcony at Mortlake Anglian & Alpha Boat Club are on the first floor and can only be reached via a flight of stairs, unsuitable for wheelchair users.
Questions? Reach out to The Boat Race Company
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The Oxford 2026 Boat Race Dinner will be held after The Boat Race on Saturday 4 April. Beginning at 6:30pm, it will take place at the Royal Horseguards Hotel in Whitehall. This special event is a celebration of this year’s crews and a chance to reconnect with fellow alumni/ae. Please click here for detailed event information and how to buy your tickets.
**Please note tickets are only on sale until Sunday 22nd March​ as we have to give final numbers on Monday 23rd March!**
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