2026 USRowing Youth National Championships Ticketing

The 2026 USRowing Youth National Championships are almost here. Returning to beautiful Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, Florida, the event features four days of elite 2,000-meter racing, wonderful fan experiences, and premier viewing opportunities as the nation’s top young athletes compete for national titles. 

Recognized as the 2025 Best Florida Sporting Event for Mid-Size Markets and the 2024 Best Amateur Sporting Event (Sports Travel Awards), Youth Nationals continues to grow each year, and demand for tickets is expected to be high. Be sure to mark your calendars and secure your tickets early before they sell out. 

Tickets will go on sale on Monday, June 1st, at 12:00 p.m. ET.

General Admission 4-Day Pass: $94 (+7.75% processing fee) 

(children 5 and under are free) 

With our General Admission 4-Day Pass spectators will be able to enjoy four action-packed days of championship racing. In addition: 

• Watch the full 2,000-meter racing experience on our newly added jumbotron in the middle of the General Admission viewing area, bringing the spectator jumbotron count to two within the venue. 
• Relax and recharge in our comfortable spectator shade tent, which has increased in size and has moved closer to the beach. So you can relax under the tent while watching the first 1,000-meters on the jumbotron and the last 1,000-meters with prime viewing under the shade. 
• Together with Nathan Benderson Park, we have increased the number of photo spots across the venue. Take the perfect picture to commemorate your trip and tag us! #YouthNats26 
• Grab a prime spot in the shaded grandstands (now with misters!) for an unbeatable view of the final 1,000 meters of the racing—all from the scenic beach lining the venue. 
• Remember: the shade tent and grandstands are first-come, first-served, so arrive early to snag the best seats in the house. 
• Lively atmosphere filled with 30+ USRowing vendors, a variety of food trucks, and unique experiences for all ages. 

Attention all Bridge Membership Recipients: Reach out to community@usrowing.org by June 7th, 2026 if you plan to go to Sarasota. Each recipient will be offered one complimentary General Admission 4-Day Pass. 

VIP 4-Day Pass: $419 (+7.75% processing fee) 

(children 5 and under are free) 

Experience 2026 Youth Nationals with our VIP package—offering exclusive spectator viewing and hospitality. We are offering 650 VIP tickets for premium event access over all four days of this championship regatta. This year’s VIP experience offers: 

• Breakfast and lunch Thursday through Saturday 
  • Breakfast served: 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM 
  • Lunch served: 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM 
• Brunch menu served on Sunday 8:00AM – noon 
• All meals will be served in the airconditioned 2nd floor of the tower 
• Cash bar located on the 2nd floor with refreshing cocktails, premium beer, and red and white wine for our 21+ spectators with VIP access 
• Cash bar will open starting at 11am and stop serving an hour before the last race of the day 
• Screens throughout the VIP area broadcasting the live stream and great view of the jumbotron at the finish line 
• Exclusive front row, beach side viewing access of the finish line 
• Announcers' desk access where you can experience the live coverage of the competition on broadcast 
• Full access to all General Admission areas and amenities 

The entire VIP area is divided into zones: 

1. Finish Line Lounge: Relax on comfortable furniture as you watch boats cross the finish line just meters away.
2. Spectator Balcony: View the entire course from an elevated perspective.
3. Finish Tower 2nd Floor: Watch in air-conditioned comfort from overhead as boats cross the finish line.

Please Note: The VIP area opens one hour prior to the start of races and closes after the last race each day, prior to any scheduled evening events. Don’t miss your chance for this premium spectator experience - secure your VIP ticket today!

Disclaimer: Ticket holders will be issued one (1) wristband per ticket for each day of the regatta. Broken wristbands must be returned to admissions to be replaced. Lost wristbands will not be replaced. 

College Coaches: New this year!

The USRowing Youth National Championships will feature a dedicated College Coaches Tent, providing college coaches with a quiet, comfortable space to step away from the racecourse throughout the day. Grab a beverage, relax, recharge, and enjoy a moment of downtime between races while staying close to the action. Everyone deserves a championship experience, and this space is designed specifically for the coaches evaluating the nation's top rowing talent.

Refunds are not issued for this event.