The Heights

2017 Head of the Charles Fills Boston with Crowds and Chowder

Vaughn Feighan • October 23, 2017

This past weekend, over ten thousand competitive rowers showcased their talents at the annual Head of the Charles Regatta, the largest two-day rowing event in the world.

52nd Head of the Charles Brings Bean Boots and Blistering Wind

Joseph Fonseca • October 26, 2016

Last weekend thousands of spectators- many decked out in bean boots and Brooks Brothers- braved the brutal Boston winds to attend the the two day long race that was the 52ed annual Head of the Charles

Head of the Charles Regatta Appoints New Chairperson

Keaton Beams • March 31, 2016

Kirk takes the helm of the Head of The Charles as it prepares for its 52nd annual race, which is set to take place later this year on Oct. 22 and 23.

Another Cold Weekend On The Charles For Annual Regatta

Juan Olavarria • October 22, 2015

Boston College Rowing put in a strong showing at the 50th anniversary of the classic Boston tradition.

Patagonias And Preppiness Aren’t All That’s At Head Of The Charles

Alec Greaney • October 21, 2015

I’ve gone to HoCR the past couple years to see my own friends from high school race, and I’ll continue to go as long as they keep guilt-tripping me to show up.

Photos: The 50th Head Of The Charles Regatta

Graham Beck • October 19, 2014

Photos by Graham Beck from the 50th Head of the Charles.

Go Watch The Head Of The Charles

John Pugh • October 16, 2014

The quintessential New England regatta reaches its 50th anniversary this weekend.