Sinkin' with Lincoln Cardboard Boat Regatta 2026
Sat, Jul 18
|Hillsboro
It's a spectacle you have to see to believe! Grab some duct tape and cardboard and put your imagination to the test! Prizes awarded for Most Creative Boat, Titanic Award (most spectacular sinking), and the coveted oars for the overall winner!
Time & Location
Jul 18, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Hillsboro, 821 City Lake Rd, Hillsboro, IL 62049, USA
About the event
🚣♂️ The Sinkin’ with Lincoln Cardboard Boat Regatta is back on July 18th! 🚣♀️
Do you have what it takes to build a boat that can survive the waters of Lake Hillsboro? Gather your crew, grab some cardboard and duct tape, and put your engineering skills to the ultimate test!
📍 Old Lake Hillsboro (near 4th of July Point)
🕚 Race begins at 11:00 AM
Attached are the official boat-building rules and a registration form for those who would like to register by paper.
🏆 Awards will be presented for:
Tickets
Boat Entry
2026 Sinking with Lincoln Cardboard Boat Regatta entry fee. Will still need to sign waiver upon arrival.
$10.00
Total
$0.00