ROAR Offshore Returns to Fort Myers Beach: Stay Close to All the Action at The Loft FMB

The roar is returning to Fort Myers Beach!

ROAR Offshore is back September 11–13, 2026, bringing high-speed offshore powerboat racing, meet-and-greets, parties, entertainment, and an entire weekend of excitement back to Fort Myers Beach.

And if you're coming to town for race weekend, The Loft FMB puts you right in the heart of the action.

Located in downtown Fort Myers Beach, just a few minutes' walk from the beach, Times Square, restaurants, bars, and many of the weekend's festivities, The Loft FMB makes it easy to experience ROAR Offshore without spending your weekend driving back and forth to the island.

ROAR Offshore Fort Myers Beach 2026

After a five-year absence, ROAR Offshore is making its highly anticipated return to Fort Myers Beach for three days of racing and entertainment along the Gulf.

The weekend kicks off Friday, September 11, with on-water practice from 11 AM–12 PM, followed by qualifying sessions from 2–3 PM.

Saturday brings even more action, including qualifying heat races beginning at 11 AM and noon, followed by the Speed Cat Run at 3 PM.

Then comes one of the biggest events of the weekend: the Times Square Pit Party from 6–9 PM Saturday night.

On Sunday, September 13, the boats return to the Gulf for morning warm-ups before the ROAR Offshore Championship Race at 1 PM, followed by the awards ceremony.

Meet the ROAR Offshore Racers

ROAR weekend isn't just about watching the boats from the beach.

On Saturday from 1–2:15 PM, fans can head to Yucatan Beach Stand for the official ROAR Racers Meet & Greet.

It's an opportunity to meet some of the drivers and teams competing throughout the weekend and experience the race atmosphere beyond the shoreline.

Even better for guests staying at The Loft FMB: you're already staying downtown.

Saturday Night's Times Square Pit Party

After Saturday's racing, the celebration moves into the heart of Fort Myers Beach.

From 6–9 PM Saturday, the Times Square Pit Party brings ROAR Offshore into downtown Fort Myers Beach, giving visitors another chance to experience the boats, teams, and energy surrounding race weekend.

Staying at The Loft FMB means you can enjoy the festivities downtown and walk back to your vacation rental when you're ready to call it a night.

No driving back across the bridge. No searching for parking. No leaving the island when the races are over.

Just enjoy Fort Myers Beach.

Make a Weekend Out of It

One of the best parts about ROAR Offshore is that the racing is only part of the experience.

Between events, you can grab lunch or drinks at one of the nearby restaurants, explore Old San Carlos Boulevard, spend some time on the beach, walk through Times Square, or simply relax and enjoy the island.

The 2026 event is expected to feature race teams and boats throughout the weekend along with live music, food, family-friendly activities and additional entertainment surrounding the races.

When you stay downtown, you can experience the entire weekend rather than just driving in for Sunday's championship race.

Stay at The Loft FMB for ROAR Offshore 2026

If you're searching for where to stay for ROAR Offshore Fort Myers Beach, The Loft FMB offers something that's hard to beat during a major island event: location.

Our downtown Fort Myers Beach vacation rentals are just a short walk from the sand and put you close to Times Square, Old San Carlos Boulevard, restaurants, nightlife and ROAR Offshore festivities.

Depending on your trip, choose from our cozy accommodations for two, like the Octopus Loft, our downtown Fort Myers Beach condo-style rental with a big private deck, or our new two-bedroom Fort Myers Beach vacation rental, the Main House when you need some extra space. Check availability for race weekend before rooms fill up.

Driving in for the day? Parking downtown fills up fast on race weekend; our Fort Myers Beach parking guide covers where to park and the free Park & Ride, and our Times Square guide explains the area around the Pit Party.

You'll also have the comforts of your own vacation rental and a place to relax when you need a break from the excitement.

Park the car, settle in and enjoy the weekend on island time.

ROAR Offshore 2026 Schedule at a Glance

Friday, September 11

• On-Water Practice — 11 AM–12 PM
• Qualifying Sessions — 2–3 PM
• Bonita Fish Company Dock Party — 4:30–9 PM

Saturday, September 12

• Qualifying Heat Race A — 11 AM
• Qualifying Heat Race B — 12 PM
• ROAR Racers Meet & Greet at Yucatan Beach Stand — 1–2:15 PM
• Speed Cat Run — 3 PM
• Times Square Pit Party — 6–9 PM

Sunday, September 13

• Morning Warm-Up — 10–11 AM
• ROAR Offshore Championship Race — 1 PM
• Awards Ceremony — 3:30 PM

Schedules and event details are subject to change, so be sure to check the official ROAR Offshore schedule before heading out.

Experience ROAR Offshore From the Heart of Fort Myers Beach

ROAR Offshore is shaping up to be one of the most exciting weekends on Fort Myers Beach in 2026, and we're thrilled to see offshore racing return to our island.

If you're planning to make a weekend of it, skip the commute and stay where the action is.

Spend your mornings by the Gulf, your afternoons watching some of the fastest boats on the water, your evenings enjoying downtown Fort Myers Beach — and your nights just a short walk away at The Loft FMB.

ROAR Offshore returns September 11–13, 2026. Book your Fort Myers Beach stay at The Loft FMB and experience race weekend from the heart of the island.