It is hard to believe that the Kentucky Derby is once again upon us.  Seems like it was just yesterday that we were watching Big Brown bring it home!  Time flies when you're having fun  - and that's what we have in Aiken - FUN!!! 

Tonight will be no different!   As usual - the Friday before the 'Run for the Roses' we have our own races.  The Lobster Races to be exact, lol.    YES-  WE REALLY RACE LOBSTERS HERE - IN DOWNTOWN AIKEN.

                                lobster race

(last year's shirt!)

 

Come on out for this great Downtown Aiken Ultimate BLock Party :)     Over 7 different bands will be performing -- carnival rides - food vendors - BEER TENT - ......fun fun fun :)

Here's the deal:
 
What:  25th Annual Lobster Race


When:  Friday, May 1st, 2009


Time:  5pm - 11pm


Where:  Newberry Street Festival Site -  Downtown Aiken.


Cost: $5.00   (no charge if you are wearing a 2009 Lobster Race T-Shirt!!)
 
Proceeds benefit mentally and physically challenged individuals in Aiken County.   
 
ADOPT A RACE LOBSTER FOR $125!
 
More Info:  803.215.2003

                                       welcome to aiken 

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HERE ARE SOME PICS FROM FRIDAY NIGHT :)   as you can see - there was a good turnout!   I had a blast with my friends Nicole, Chris, Randy and Shannon.....and all the other friends I saw as the night progressed, lol.

lobster races   lobster races downtown aiken

 

                              mother and child

I can't wait till next year!  (also looking forward to Charleston with the same bunch of friends!)

 
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8 Comments on LOBSTER RACES TONIGHT!!!!

MAY
01
2009
941,568 Points 26 Featured Posts Outside Blog Attended Rain Camp

I have never been to a lobser race. Do you reserve refreshments? I use to live in Georgia.
9:41am • #1

Sounds like a waste of good lobster...hahaha........do you reserve them for butter sauce after the race????

Happy Friday!!

Lori
9:52am • #2
465,336 Points 9 Featured Posts Called Shot Master

Hi Kara-That probably is a pretty interesting race to watch. Probably kind of slow though but then again I don't have a clue how fast a lobster can move. <SMILE>
9:55am • #3
606,747 Points 9 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Outside Blog Called Shot Master

I have never been to a lobster race either, sounds like an interesting time. What does the winner get?
10:23am • #4
905,569 Points 93 Featured Posts Attended Rain Camp Called Shot Master

That sounds like a ton of fun Kara!

Take lots of pictures and don't forget to post them for us all to see.
11:07am • #5
168,263 Points 2 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor

Hey Y'all -   thanks for your comments.   To answer some of your questions....

Yes - I'll take pics and post them over the weekend!

We are expecting between 8,000 and 10,000 people. !!!

There will be 14 lobster races in heats of five with the first set of seven races beginning at 7:30 p.m. and the second set starting at 8:15 p.m.

"The winners go back to the ocean and the losers get the melted butter award," said Kara Flanders, a race organizer.

 

---did you notice my friend Kara and I have the same name, lol.   It is really weird when she calls here -  'hi Kara, this is Kara...'  lol -  too funny.
1:58pm • #6
MAY
04
2009
375,013 Points 7 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Outside Blog Hit Router Called Shot Master

I don't suppose you have any Lobster Race photo's for us do you? I cannot believe 8,0000 t0o 10,000 people will show up for this race. We have "Wiener Dog" races every year for Cinco De Mayo but only get about 100 or so to show up! LOL!
9:00am • #7
168,263 Points 2 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor

I do have some pics...just have to get them out of my camera, lol.   I was sooooo crowded - hard to believe all those people fit :)    
12:16pm • #8


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