Darwin Lions Beer Can Regatta gears up for 50th anniversary
The 50th Darwin Lions Beer Can Regatta is days away – with one WA team racking up thousands of kilometres in the hopes of taking home the Territory title. See for details.
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The hopes and dreams of a west Aussie group hinges upon 8500 beer cans, held together for the sole purpose of sailing the high seas of Mindil Beach.
With thousands expected to attend this weekend’s 50th Darwin Lions Beer Can Regatta, few teams have travelled as far as WA’s Wheatbelt, who have driven more than 3500 kilometres from their hometown, Wyalkatchem, with a view to conquer the iconic event.
Wheatbelt, now considered one of the strong favourites of the competition, arrives in the Top End alongside several other interstate teams who are fixed on scooping the top prize.
Darwin Lions Beer Can Regatta secretary Delma Swan said the half-century anniversary came with added competition for locals.
“It’s been a phenomenal five decades and this year we will see teams travel across the country to test their might against some seasoned local beer can boat builders,” she said.
“Make sure you get to Mindil Beach this Sunday with family and friends and join the spectacle that is the Beer Can Regatta.”
Also locked in for the fun-filled day is tug of war, thong throwing, a beach relay and a children’s sandcastle competition.
NT Major Events CEO Suzana Bishop said spectators and participants alike would enjoy the unique event.
“The Darwin Lions Beer Can Regatta is an incredible ‘only in the NT’ style event that is celebrating 50 years this year. It’s set to be a big celebration that everyone is encouraged to head Mindil Beach and be a part of,” she said.
“The Beer Can Regatta is such a unique and iconic event, it is reported on not just around Australia, but the world. People far and wide are keen to come and experience it for themselves.”
Raising funds for Legacy NT, the event will run from 10am to 5pm on Sunday, 18 August.
Entry to the regatta is $5 per person or $20 for a family.
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