1. Emerald Coast Powerboat Poker Run 2018 Schedule
2. Emerald Coast Powerboat Poker Run 2018 Videos
3. Emerald Coast Power Boat Poker Run 2020

August 7, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - August 12, 2019 @ 5:00 pm

The 26th Annual Emerald Coast Poker Run will be held Aug. Power boats, fishing boats, family boats and personal watercraft are encouraged to fill the waterways for one of the largest. Florida Powerboat Club celebrated its 20th year in the Emerald Coast with the 2018 Emerald Coast Powerboat Week, which featured five days of daytime boating. Affectionately called “The Big One,” the Emerald Coast Poker Run has been held along the beautiful waters in and around Destin, Florida for over 25 years. Boat Week events start with a bang Wednesday night, and continue to “The Big One” Poker Run party Saturday night. It is truly a week of excitement, boating, fun, and helping kids.

As the dog days of summer come upon us, everyone in the panhandle area starts looking for ways to avoid the heat. Air conditioners run on overload, the pools and beaches are crowded, and ice cream parlors are filled with people trying to chill out from the inside! But the coolest of visitors and residents know the best way to avoid the heat in August is by participating in the Emerald Coast Boat Week and Poker Run! Held August 7th through 10th, Boat Week, also known as the Big One, has been one of the largest reasons for visiting in August, and the proceeds go to help out the less fortunate children who live in the area, giving visitors even more reason to come check it out!

Bikini Contests & Boating Competitions at the Emerald Coast Boat Week

It’s more than likely that we really don’t need to say anything else about this fun event, but knowledge is power, so why stop now? Registration for the Emerald Coast Poker Run costs $295 per entry and gets you access for two into all Boat Week events. For those who are seeking the ultimate in Boat Week experiences, you can upgrade to VIP for another $200. Your VIP experience includes free drinks and VIP seating for two at the Captain’s Party, VIP seating at the Bikini Contest, and reserved seating and free drinks at the “Big One” Poker Run Party (plus the bar stays open late for VIP members!). Remember, this event is for the kids, and if it means you have to have an even better time, isn’t it worth it?

Starting with a Blues, Brew, & BBQ party on Wednesday, August 7th, every day of the event features new fun and excitement. The aforementioned bikini competition, registration, and sponsor party is on Thursday. On Friday night registration opens again and the Rockin’ the Docks Captain’s Party is held. Saturday is when the real fun begins, though! The rules for the Poker Run (The Big One) are simple: travel by boat to the listed spots to get your poker cards (there are nine), and that evening from 6-11 PM, the game is on!

The Emerald Coast Poker Run Party takes place at the Emerald Coast Convention Center and the Grand Prize this year is a 2019 Harley Davidson Street Bob, but there will be other prizes offered as well. Finally, a silent auction, blackjack, and an all-you-can-eat buffet and open bar finishes out the weekly events, ensuring that once again, Boat Week will be a rousing success!

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The end of Boat Week doesn’t mean your good times are over; staying in one of our vacation condos allows the party to continue for the duration of your stay. Reserve your stay with The Breakers today! Browse our specials now and find your dream rental.

Emerald Coast Powerboat Poker Run 2018 Schedule

Emerald Coast Powerboat Poker Run 2018 Videos

Emerald Coast Power Boat Poker Run 2020