Figawi

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The Figawi or Figawi Race Weekend is an annual sailing race from Hyannis, MA to Nantucket. It is a relatively prominent race and attracts boats from all around New England, not just Cape Cod. While it is a race, its primary aim is to be a fun event.

[edit] History

The event began under informal circumstances in 1972 when, according to Figawi legend, a few friends simply decided to race from Hyannis to Nantucket one day. Over the years, more and more boats began to participate in the race until it began to be relatively formalized in 1978. 2006 marked the occasion of the 35th anniversary of Figawi Race Weekend. Figawi is now recognized as a sort of Spring Break for the well-heeled 30+ crowd.