Inside Florida's wild 2024 boca bash (2024)

Florida's annual Boca Bash was in full swing over the weekend as 10,000 revelers took to the high seas for a wild party as liquor flowed and clothes were minimal on the waters off Florida's coast.

On Sunday,people kicked back and raged on top of boats, jet skis, kayaks and paddle boards in Lake Boca Raton.

The floating party lasted all day as people took over the lake, including police and firefighters who surveyed the area.

Two people were arrested as of Monday evening and were charged with Boating Under The Influence, Boca News Now reported.

Bikini-clad women were seen all over the water and on top of boats as they downed loads of alcohol.A man was also seen soaring in the sky attached to a water jetpack with a phone in hand.

'Locals avoid Boca Bash it's a sh** show on water and gets crazier with every year,' one social media account noted.

On Sunday, 10,000 partiers took toLake Boca Raton for the annual Boca Bash, as boats filled the water off Florida's coasts

A group of women in bikinis were seen lounging on their stomachs on top of a long pink float in the crystal blue water

One woman in a bikini was seen on a man's shoulders as she posed for the camera while a water bottle flung out of her hand

Two women in bikinis are seen posing on one of the many boats as one has her hands on the steering wheel and the other hold a red solo cup

Trump, Biden and American flags were seen flying high off of boats during the festivities.

An aerial shot from above the party showed the endless amounts of boats that consumed the lake. A group of women in bikinis were seen lounging on their stomachs on top of a long pink float in the crystal blue water.

The scenes of people dressed in bathing suits filled social media from the event.

But, there is little organization into the annual gathering near Boca Raton.

'There is no real organizer for the event,' Boca Raton spokesman Mark Economou told the Palm Beach Post. 'This is just something that happens the last Sunday of April.'

The event started as a birthday part for Rockey Rossi in 2007, which included a performance by Nickelback. The city asked them to cancel, but the party drew plenty of boats.

In the past few years, about 8,000 boats ventured on to the lake for the party.

The 2018 Boca Bash turned tragic when a 32-year-old man drowned.

'First and foremost, I want people to be safe,' Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer said. 'There are plenty of ways to stay safe and still enjoy the water.'

Revelers are seen packed on boats in the middle of the lake as they sipped on alcohol and partied all day

Women in scantily clad bathing suits were seen all over the water and on top of boats as they downed loads of alcohol

A man was also seen soaring in the sky attached to a water jetpack with a phone in hand

Partiers are seen in the lake as they kicked off the summer party

Locals in the area were not as happy for the big party as one took to Facebook and posted a video of rowdy partiers boating across the water near a backyard.

'This has been going on since 7:30. Boca Bash craziness begins,' one wrote on Facebook.

Another person posted serene pictures of the lake and said: 'Leaving Lake Boca after a nice calm visit.'

'Getting out before Boca Bash starts this afternoon where you can walk from boat to boat, it is so packed,' she added.

Others took to social media and posted all the fun they had, as one video showed a floating trampoline and large pool floats as loud music played in the background.

Dozens partied in the water and climbed on each other shoulders posing for the cameras that filled the area.An array of pool floats also joined the party, as well as dogs who joined their owners for the gathering.

The all-day party stretched well into the night, but the dark skies did not stop people from carrying on.

A video showed the lake illuminated by neon lights as music continued to play and people kept the night going.

On Monday, one person posted to X and said: 'Boca Bashwon I’m so dead from yesterday.'

Another said: 'Boca Bash- 1. Neil- 0.'

Others took to social media and posted all the fun they had, as one video showed a floating trampoline and large pool floats as loud music played in the background

Two people were arrested as of Monday evening and were charged with Boating Under The Influence

A bunch of men and bikini-clad women are seen packed on a boat during Boca Bash

In March, thousands of spring breakers cut looseas they hit the Florida sands, then each other, when high-energy spirits boiled over into brawls.

Groups of bikini-clad girls and jeering guys flocked to the packed-out Jacksonville beach where women were seen brawling with each other in front of frat bros in boozed-fueled wrestling matches which sometimes turned violent.

Florida officials announced plans this year to impose some of the toughest restrictions at Miami Beach earlier this month after two deadly shootings broke out last year.

A ramped-up police presence was noticeable along the beach with officers on bicycles, buggies and SUVs seen patrolling the area. Others were seen leading K-9s between sun bathers on the crowded sands.

There was barely a patch of open sand to be had on some stretches of Fort Lauderdale Beach, often dubbed as 'Spring Break Central.'

Inside Florida's wild 2024 boca bash (2024)

FAQs

Where does Boca Bash take place? ›

The Boca Bash is a once-a-year boating extravaganza held on Lake Boca Raton in, you guessed it, Boca Raton. The city of Boca itself has no official involvement with putting on the annual water gathering, and the state actually has jurisdiction over Lake Boca.

Why is Boca called Boca? ›

The term Boca de Ratones or Boca Ratones, was a navigational term referring to a rocky or jagged inlet, but the original location of Boca de Ratones was Biscayne Bay near present day Miami Beach, according to eighteenth century maps.

Is Boca a town or city? ›

Boca Raton became a city in 1957. Boca Raton is a major retirement center. Tourism, manufacturing (including electronics and pharmaceuticals), and high-technology industries contribute to the economy.

Where is Boca Inlet located? ›

The Boca Raton Inlet is located on the East Coast of Florida 24 miles south of West Palm Beach and 16 miles north of Ft. Lauderdale near Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) Mile 1048. The image above is a view from the east looking west over the Boca Raton Inlet where it empties into the Atlantic Ocean.

Where is Lake Boca located? ›

Located in Boca Raton, Florida, Lake Boca is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and water sports enthusiasts alike. With its picturesque views and crystal-clear waters, it offers a range of activities such as kiteboarding and boating classes, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all.

What is the new name for the Boca Resort? ›

As of July 12, 2021, the resort was renamed as The Boca Raton.

Where was IBM in Boca? ›

In December 1966, IBM announced its purchase of 550 acres west of what is now I95, south of Yamato Road and east of Military Trail. IBM was the first company to build an industrial site in the scrubland of the west.

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