The world’s fastest boats return to Mission Bay for San Diego Bayfair, Sept. 12–14. Southern California’s largest beach festival will feature three days of racing and entertainment as six H1 Unlimited hydroplanes compete on the 2.5-mile Bill Muncey racecourse for the 2025 National Championship.
“Bayfair is more than a race—it’s a San Diego tradition,” said Bob Davies, Bayfair’s race director. “The hydroplanes bring generations of fans together, and we’re proud to welcome them back on Mission Bay.”
More than 90,000 people are expected to attend the event, which takes place across East Vacation Island, Crown Point, and Fiesta Island. The weekend will include live music, cornhole tournaments, car shows, craft beer gardens, and other activities.
“San Diego has a rich tradition that resonates deeply with both our teams and fans,” said Darrell Strong, co-owner of H1 Unlimited. “We’re excited to return and crown the next National Champion on Mission Bay.”
Goodman Real Estate’s Andrew Tate leads the national championship standings by 400 points over J Michael Kelly, who won both the 2024 Bill Muncey Cup and the Gold Cup in San Diego.
Bayfair is supported by more than 500 volunteers and is a significant driver of hotel stays in the San Diego area.
“Without the support of the San Diego Tourism Marketing District, an event of this scale wouldn’t be possible,” Davies said. “We encourage our fans to stay in hotels and make it an extended vacation in San Diego.”
Mission Bay Park, established in 1964, was designed to host H1 Unlimited races, with an oval course and banked shores built for optimal viewing.
Tickets and VIP packages are available at SanDiegoBayfair.org.
