ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - For the first time since 2023, powerboat racing is back in downtown St. Petersburg .

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The Monster Energy Powerboat P1 Grand Prix kicks off Friday, Sept. 5, and runs through Sunday, Sept. 7, along the city’s waterfront and Pier District.

Last year’s event was canceled after Hurricanes Helene and Milton forced organizers to shut down the 2024 races. This year, the Grand Prix returns as the final stop in the Monster Energy P1 Offshore Triple Crown and the P1 AquaX National Championship series.

The weekend begins Friday night with a Pit Party at Albert Whitted Park. From 6 to 10 p.m., fans can expect food trucks, vendors, live music from country artist Andy Velo, and plenty of race teams on display. The event is free to attend and offers families a c

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