Sheboygan will host the Mercury Racing Midwest Challenge for the second time in August.
Powerboat P1 released the 2024 P1 race calendar Jan. 9 and it includes the race in Sheboygan Aug. 9 to 11. The community hosted the inaugural race last August and it generated an estimated $4.7 million into the area’s economy with more than 40,000 visitors.
The powerboat racing event and festival is organized by Powerboat P1, the Formula One Championship Series, and Mercury Racing of Fond du Lac.
More than 40 race teams are expected to participate with competitors from around the world, including Australia, Italy, Sweden, Canada and Norway.
In 2023, Deland Park and Harbor Centre Marina served as the Pit Area for race teams to prepare their boats and there were Fan Zones with vendors, merchandise, activities, and free viewing of the races. The event included a block party and two days of racing.
The Mercury Racing Midwest Challenge will be televised.
