Cleveland Rowing Foundation

30 years. Thousands of rowers. An unforgettable regatta. 🚣‍♀️

What a way to celebrate the 30th Head of the Cuyahoga! Thank you to the athletes, volunteers, sponsors and spectators who came together to make this milestone regatta so special.

We love seeing Cleveland’s crooked river—and our rowing community—featured by cleveland.com. Check out the photos and relive an incredible day on the Cuyahoga!

Head of the Cuyahoga Regatta marks 30 years as thousands take to Cleveland river (photos) The annual event, one of the nation's largest single-day rowing competitions, brought about 2,000 athletes from across the country to Rivergate Park to race a nearly 5,000-meter course through the heart of Cleveland's working river.

We are proud to celebrate 30 years of the Head of the Cuyahoga—an iconic Cleveland sporting tradition that brings together athletes, spectators and our rowing community in a celebration of competition, community and the Cuyahoga River. It is a privilege to host an event that means so much to our city and to generations of rowers who have raced these waters.

Cleveland's Cuyahoga River closes to freighters Saturday — here's why 2,000 rowers are taking over The annual one-day regatta is expected to attract about 2,000 people to the Cuyahoga River.

A RISING TIDE LIFTS ALL BOATS. We agree! CRF is excited to offer Cleveland Tech Week participants an opportunity to get on the water and physically feel the power of individuals moving in unison working toward a common goal while enjoying spectacular views of the city.

Cleveland Tech Week 2026 — Sept 26 – Oct 3 Cleveland Tech Week 2026 runs September 26 – October 3 with 0 approved events across Cleveland.

We are so proud to share in the success of this incredible program for our veterans!

A huge THANK YOU to the incredible student volunteers from Hawken School who gave their time, energy, and enthusiasm to freshen up our property by painting our oar racks! 💙🚣

We’re grateful not only for what they accomplished, but for the spirit of service they brought with them.

On September 26, we celebrate 30 years of competition, unforgettable moments and river-powered community! What’s your favorite Head of the Cuyahoga memory?

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! No rowing experience necessary! The Head of the Cuyahoga Regatta brings thousands of athletes from across the US for a uniquely Cleveland experience. Help us show off our city and riverfront. Saturday, September 26. Signup here -
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