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About The Boat Race
The 171st Boat Race between Oxford and Cambridge takes place on Saturday 4 April 2026 along the Championship Course on the River Thames from Putney to Mortlake 🚣 The Men's race starts at 3:21pm. One of the oldest and most famous sporting rivalries in the world, The Boat Race has been contested since 1829.
When is The Boat Race in other years?
The following is a list of dates of when The Boat Race will happen in the future, and past dates.
Future The Boat Race dates
| Event | Date | Link |
|---|---|---|
| The Boat Race 2026 | Countdown |
Past The Boat Race dates
| Event | Date | Link |
|---|---|---|
| The Boat Race 2026 | Countdown |