LAKE HAVASU CITY – Lake Havasu’s sparkling blue-green waters have drawn millions of boaters, paddlers, anglers and sightseers to its sandy shores. But another major draw for both visitors and Lake Havasu City’s 55,000 residents is the wide variety of exciting special events held in the fall.
November, for instance, will be a month to remember when radio-controlled seaplanes take to the skies; one of the largest boat shows in the Southwest will display sand, water and recreational vehicles from 145 exhibitors; and paddlers will compete in canoes, kayaks and whatever other human-powered craft floats their boat.
“We have a full-time executive at Go Lake Havasu devoted to attracting a wide variety of events to town and her work has certainly paid off in terms of providing memorable only-in-Lake Havasu experiences for young and old,” says Terence Concannon, president/CEO of Go Lake Havasu.
Favorite new and returning events this November promise to provide great fodder for any Instagram account:
4th Annual Havasu 600 Air Race, Nov. 7-9
For most of us, airplanes are used to take us from Point A to Point B. But members of the Rio Colorado 99s actually race their Cessna, Cirrus, Piper and Beech Bonanza aircraft 600 nautical miles (about 690 miles), terminating in Lake Havasu City. The race benefits the Don and Tookie Hensley Memorial (Flight) Scholarships. Location: Lake Havasu City Joe La Placa Memorial Airport (KHII). For more information: https://www.golakehavasu.com/4th-annual-havasu-600-air-race.
34th Annual London Bridge Seaplane Classic, Nov. 8 – 10
Not all aircraft carry passengers or freight, especially not these small-size radio control planes competing in one of the best RC flight events in the U.S. Hobbyists from all over the country gather for three days as guests of the local Desert Hawks RC Club to showcase their scale-model planes to the delight of spectators.
The pilots aren’t just fans of radio controlled airplanes. They’re fans of radio-controlled seaplanes, proving that in Lake Havasu City there’s a home for nearly every hobby and special interest. Location: Lake Havasu State Park, Windsor 4, 171 London Bridge Rd.
For more informati https://www.golakehavasu.com/london-bridge-seaplane-classic.
8th Annual Sand-Water-RV Expo, Nov. 16-17
Off-road vehicles, boats, RVs, travel trailers and special attractions kick off the fall outdoor recreation season. In 2019, the Expo will be 25 percent larger with over 145 exhibitors and vendors. The 2019 charity partner for the second year is Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) which helps disabled veterans enjoy the outdoors with custom off-road handcycles.
Membership is free and open to those who have served in a branch of the U.S military and have suffered a spinal cord injury or dysfunction. Location: Lake Havasu State Park. The Sand-Water-RV Expo is presented by JetRenu with co-sponsorship support from Sunshine RV of Lake Havasu. For more information www.sandandwaterexpo.com.
Lake Havasu Paddlefest, Nov. 15-17
Paddle enthusiasts are invited to bring their paddleboards, kayaks, outriggers, and canoes to a two-day Paddlefest, which will be held along Lake Havasu State Park Windsor Beach in conjunction with the Sand, Water, RV Expo. On-water activities will include a poker run, kayak bass fishing tournament, product demos, tips from paddling experts, and paddleboard classes. Location: Lake Havasu State Park. Organizer is Southwest Kayaks. For more information .https://www.golakehavasu.com/lake-havasu-paddlefest
Lake Havasu Grand Prix, Nov. 16-17
Watch as UTVs, quads and dirt bikes take to the dirt and vie for the top spot over two epic days of racing. Location: Crazy Horse Campgrounds, 1534 Beachcomber Blvd. Organized by AZOP Racing. For more information https://www.golakehavasu.com/Lake_Havasu_Grand_Prix
Swim Race Across Bridgewater Channel, Nov. 29
Want to help usher in the holiday season by flipping on the lights in the English Village? All you have to do is be the first to swim across the Bridgewater Channel, the body of water beneath the city’s iconic London Bridge. It’s a fun way to launch the Festival of Lights in the English Village. The race kicks off just after at 6 p.m. Organizer is the London Bridge Resort. Location: London Bridge Resort, 1477 Queens Bay.
For more information .https://www.golakehavasu.com/swim-race-across-bridgewater-channel.
