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Head of the Ohio Regatta
Pittsburgh, PA · Sports
- When
- October 3–4, 2026
- Where
- Allegheny River, North Shore · Pittsburgh · PA
- Cost
- Not confirmed
- Status
- Confirmed from the organizer's published schedule
The Head of the Ohio Regatta brings hundreds of rowing crews to Pittsburgh's three rivers each October, hosted by the Three Rivers Rowing Association. It ranks among the largest fall head races in the country. Crews travel from across the eastern United States to compete.
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The Head of the Ohio Regatta brings hundreds of rowing crews to Pittsburgh's three rivers each October, hosted by the Three Rivers Rowing Association.
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