THE action will be at the Lake Mainstay Resort on August 11 for the 19th Annual Regatta. Plans for the mega event are moving apace, according to Managing Director Wilfred Jagnarine.

The event is hosted annually by Lake Mainstay, in collaboration with the Ministry of Business and the Department of Tourism.

This year, the Regatta is slated to be more exciting, with more motor-racing, and over $3M up for grabs in several competing categories, among them the 15, 40, 90 and 200hp races, which are open to both males and females.

In addition, there will be the 200-metre male and female canoe races, but be sure to walk with that hot swimwear if you want to participate in the 200m open swimming race. There will also be a fun park for the children, comprising a merry-go-around, bouncy castle and other rides.
There will also be food and drink bars.

However, as the sun sets, the entertainment will kick start. This year, the local artistes will take centre stage.

Performing live will be reigning Carib Soca Monarch, Brandon Harding; Chutney Monarch finalist Vicardi; AW Lyrical and singing sensation Josie. In addition, DJ Avalanche and DJ Andrew Yee will be in the house to set the tone for a fantastic event. The emcee for the event will be Lyndon “Jumbie” Jones.

Admission to the event costs $1000 in advance for adults, and $1200 at the gates, while advance admission for children costs $500, and $700 at the gate.