Cardboard Cup Race

Ages 8+; Children under age 12 must have an adult in the boat
All entries are free with paid admission to the pool; spectators must pay regular admission prices.

NEW! Lap Lanes Available for Testing Boats! SAT, June 30 @ 7-8P

Whether you’re a bonafide landlubber or a pirate king – Sholem’s cardboard boat race is just the thing! This hilarious event is a great way to show off your engineering prowess…or your swimming skills! So gather your crew and create your craft using only cardboard, duct tape and rubber cement. Parents – what a great opportunity to show your kids that physics and engineering are fun and exciting!

SOON: View/download the full list of 2018 rules and guidelines.

Prizes will be given in the following categories:
1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place: Fastest boats
Pride of the Pool: Most creative design and best use of cardboard
Esprit de Boat: Team that has the most fun!
Peacock Award: Best dressed boat passengers – must be creative!
Titanic Award: Most spectacular sinking.