The Great Whaleboat Races of 2026
August 29 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Free
The Great Whaleboat Races of 2026 are coming to Lake Lefferts Park in Matawan on Saturday, August 29th, 5:00–7:30 PM.
Three towns. Three whaleboats. One race to “capture” the mayors of Aberdeen, Keyport, and Matawan — all in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.
Music, food, kids’ games, inflatables, and colonial reenactors round out the evening. Free and open to everyone.
Lake Lefferts Park – Ravine Drive and Matawan Avenue. Parking at Matawan Ave., Main Street, and Bank of America Lot
Questions: Recreation@matawanborough.com
*** Sponsored by Matawan Borough and the Matawan Historical Society with assistance from the Borough of Keyport, the Keyport Yacht Club, and the Keyport Historical Society.