The NZ Bridge 2 Bridge Waterski Classic takes place this weekend, November 6-8, 2026, along the Waikato River in Hamilton (between Cambridge, Taupiri, Ngaruawahia, and Grantham Street).
Event Schedule & Highlights
• Friday, November 6: Show n Shine at the Classics Museum (4:00 PM – 7:00 PM) with a special menu and drinks to check out the racing boats and meet the teams.
• Saturday, November 7 & Sunday, November 8: Main racing and events on the Waikato River. Powerboat and jet ski sprints. Retro Boats Sunday event held at the Pukete Boat Ramp.
Race Classes Offered
• Family Class (7 divisions including A, B, C, Retro pre-1990, Marine Industry, Ladies, and U16)
• Retro Family
• 5KM Splash & Dash (new for 2026)
• Jetski Class
• Powerboat Class
• Long Race
Safety Requirements
• CPR certificate required for competing boats.
• Helmets required over 40 MPH (35 MPH for retro boats).
• Lifejackets mandatory.
