The Boat Classes
J Stock | Designation: J | 15 HP Outboard Engine | Speeds of up to 40 MPH
1 Liter Modified | Designation: Y | 4 or 2 cycle engine | Speeds of up to: 105 MPH
1.5 Liter Stock | Designation: T | 4 cylinder SOCH | Speeds of up to 90+ MPH
2.5 Liter Stock | Designation: S | Inline 4 cylinder | Speeds of up to 100+ MPH
2.5 Modified | Designation: A | Modified inline 4 cylinder | Speeds of up to 130 MPH
5 Liter | Designation: E | 305 V8 Engine | Speeds of up to 115 MPH
National Modified | Designation: NM | 4 Cylinder/V6 Engine/V8 Engine | Speeds of up to 140 MPH
Grand National | Designation: GNH | Big block V8 Engine | Speeds of up to 150 MPH
Grand Prix | Designation: GP | Big Block Supercharged V8 Engine | Speeds ranging from 80 to 170 MPH
Jersey Speed Skiff | Designation: JS | 283 or 305 V8 Engine | Speeds of up to 80 MPH
Sportsman Entry | Designation: SE | Small Block V8 Engine | Speeds of up to 85 MPH
Sportsman Advanced | Designation: SA | V8 Engine | Speeds of up to 120+ MPH
Vintage | A boat that is designated to have been Built between 1946 and 1986 and have been a racing hull at one time. | Engines may vary | Speeds may vary
The Hampton Cup Car Show
9:30am Saturday & Sunday
(until the last race of the day)
We are proud to have a "No Entry Fee Show"!
We welcome all antique, muscle, specialty cars, trucks, and motorcycles.Watch the boat races from one of the best locations on Mill Creek! Food and drinks are available on the bridge.
Spend the day, part of the day, or both days with us. We look forward to seeing you!24 Hour Security
Location: Mercury Blvd. Bridge at Ft. Monroe
Enter thru Phoebus (Mellen St.) and cross the bridge to Ft. Monroe. Before entering Ft. Monroe, turn left onto Mercury Blvd. Bridge.Drive safely with consideration for the spectators!
Reminder: No outside food or drinks/coolers are allowed inside the event (with exceptions for baby formula or medically necessary items).
Please see “Rules & Regulations” under the “About Us” tab.
Learn more by contacting Jeff Bateman at (757) 544-5425 or use the link below.
The Jeep Club
The Hampton Cup Regatta would like to send a special Thank you to the Middle Peninsula Jeep Association for volunteering their time, and of course, their Jeeps! These guys and gals can be seen in the pit area moving each class of boat to the water, one after the other.
Children’s Area
The races are great! But some attention spans can be a lot shorter than others. If so, come check out our Children’s area at the end of the bridge on the Fort Monroe side for some extra curricular activities!