The Bayfront Maritime Center has announced the 13th Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta, set for Saturday, September 13, at its waterfront facility on Holland Street.

The popular family-friendly event challenges participants to design, build, and race cardboard boats in the East Canal Basin.

Awards will be given for speed, creativity, crowd favorite, and most dramatic sinking.

Spectators can enjoy free admission, food trucks, vendors, and merchandise.

The event begins at 9 a.m. with registration, followed by a boat parade at 10:30 a.m. and races starting at 11 a.m.

Proceeds benefit the Center’s programs, including Erie Community Boating and Erie Adaptive Sailing Experience, Pennsylvania’s only adaptive sailing program.