Miami Is The Place To Boat This Columbus Day

Written by Boatsetter Team
October 1, 2018

Last Updated on September 29, 2023 by Boatsetter Team

Columbus Day Weekend in Miami has become one of the most popular weekends to get out on the water on board a boat. This year’s boating agenda is all about fun! If you haven’t made your plans yet – here’s a suggestion, drop everything and get to it. Time is of the essence and this is the boat party you don’t want to miss. Here are some tips to get you started:

Columbus Day Boating in Miami

Columbus Day in Miami has become the place to be for boating fun and debauchery. There are two simultaneous events taking place in South Florida, both taking place in Biscayne Bay.

Elliott Key is not the destination for solitude, peace and quiet or faint of heart. Elliott Key, located approximately 15 miles south of Key Biscayne in Miami, is the premier boating party in South Florida. Now that we have that fully disclosed, if you’re still reading your looking for fun in the sun than Eliot Key is the place to be. Those seeking serious fun and festivities are sure to find exactly what they want. Best boat party of the year…yes, please! Make sure if you’re attending to follow-up on the rules and regulations that are issued during the weekend and always practice safe boating!

Columbus Day Regatta on Biscayne Bay will be in full force this Columbus Day weekend and promises to be as entertaining as ever. On Saturday and Sunday, experience sailing at its best and watch the lineup race to the finish line along the skyline of Biscayne National Park. It’s been said that Columbus Day Weekend in Miami makes Mardi Gras look like a small party!

Do you have your plans lined up yet? If not, take a look at Boatsetter’s great line up of boats in the South Florida area. You can reserve with or without a captain and splitting the cost with your friends makes this the best way to get out on the water this Columbus Day in Miami!


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