With 160 boats currently pre-registered, the 2017 Florida Powerboat Clubs Key West Poker Run is going to be incredible. But, it has not been a smooth year by any means for Club President Stu Jones his wife Jackie and their team. This year Hurricane Irma did create a series of hurdles for Stu to overcome.

With little to no dockage available at Gilbert’s, the usual lunch stop, everything had to be moved to Marathon Key, which will have three separate lunch stops at some new locations that should prove to be outstanding.

Miami To Key West Poker Run 2019 Route

IT IS KEY WEST TIME! Today the first wave of Powerboats left Miami en route to Key West with 41 boats making the 160 nautical mile run. Right now in the weather in Miami is a little overcast and a little windy but it just doesn’t matter. When we all get to Key West the weather will be the last thing on our minds. Starting at 9 a.m. On Thursday, Sept. 15, Poker Run participants can ride from Miami to Key West, stopping at designated points along the Overseas Highway to draw cards.

The actual poker run course was also of great concern so Stu hired a sea plane and just last week flew the entire course from Miami to Key West low and slow checking every inch of the inter-coastal waterway to verify the course remained well marked and free of any submerged objects or debris. Stu told us he has also been promised a full waterways report from Florida Fish and Wildlife near the end of this month.

Stu said” The bottom line is that the Key West Poker Run is on in full form. Key West is fully recovered, all the marinas, hotels, and other venues are open and ready to accommodate everyone. There are about 10 to 15 boats still on the fence you have indicated they are coming but have not registered and while hotel accommodations remain available they will go fast as the date approaches.

This is the Florida Powerboat Clubs 25th year and the contributions the club has provided to marine industry especially in the high performance segment are clearly not measurable. The number of boaters inspired to buy a boat new or used, big or small has to be huge and a significant amount of credit goes to Stu and his team for continuing to provide safe and fun powerboating experiences throughout Florida and the world.

This years run is also dedicated to my great friend Larry Goldman. Larry was always at each and every FPC run since the beginning and was the host of the very first club Poker Run at Sunny Isles, Marina 25 years ago. The dedication of the 2017 Key west Poker Run to Larry’s memory is a great honor to Larry and his family and close friends who miss him so very very much.

Powerboat Nation will be all over Key West shooting video for out new episodes so be sure to be camera ready when we catch you in and around Key West!

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Poker runs are fun powerboating events in Florida and the surrounding area. At each of five stops, participants draw a card with the winning person having the highest poker hand at the end of the event. There are often many other fun events held in conjunction with poker runs. After buying powerboats in Sanford, FL. these events are fun ways to get involved with the powerboating community.

Fort Myers Poker Run

The Fort Myers Poker Run will occur between April 25 and April 28, 2019. Pink Shell Resort & Marina will once again host this exciting event. This resort has been listed among the top 25 places in North America to tie up. Around the race, participants can take advance of the white sand beach, three luxurious swimming pools, and delicious restaurants. Of course, the real highlight of the event will be the gala dinner and the playing of your poker hand.

Orange Beach Powerboat Week

Miami To Key West Poker Run 2019 Map

The Orange Beach Powerboat Week will occur between May 29, 2019, and end on June 1, 2019. The exciting Trucks N Boats Parade will occur on Wednesday followed by the crowning of Miss Orange Beach Powerboat Week Contest on Thursday. Both days there will be fun powerboat poker runs. The action will heat up on Saturday with a poker run including multiple stops in Florida and Alabama. On Saturday night, the awards program will be held.

Emerald Coast Powerboat Week

Enjoy Florida’s sunny weather from August 7 to August 10 by attending the Emerald Coast Powerboat Week. This event that is centered around Destin, Florida, has been getting better every year for the last 25 years. This event has already raised more than 2 million to help children in Florida and beyond. You will want to arrive on Wednesday to enjoy the beautiful music and great food at the Blues, Brews, and BBQ Party held at AJ’s on the Bayou. A fun run will happen on Friday before the Big One occurs on Saturday and the Emerald Coast Poker Run.

Fall Bimini Blast

Miami To Key West Poker Run 2019 Florida

As the name suggests, the Fall Bimini Blast is always so much fun. This event will occur from September 27, 2019, to September 29, 2019. All participants will need a passport and a U.S. Customs Seal on their vessel. You are sure to enjoy this upscale event that is always perfectly presented.

27th Annual Key West Poker Run

Miami To Key West Poker Run 2019 Date

End the powerboating season at the 27th Annual Key West Poker Run occurring from November 6, 2019, to November 12, 2019. This world championship is sure to have everyone ready for a great time during this event happening between Miami and Key West.

Miami To Key West Poker Run 2019 Dates

Before you can get involved in these fun poker runs in Florida, you will need to get a new powerboat in Sanford, Florida. Head straight to Velocity Powerboats to get a new boat. If a new powerboat is not in the cards right now, then make sure to see them about getting your old one tuned up.