This page presents the regatta calendar on the coasts of the English Channel, Atlantic, Mediterranean, and inland waters. The aim of this list of sailing races is to show you all the popular and accessible events, depending on your regatta level.
The world of regattas and sailboat racing can sometimes seem elitist. However, these gatherings of sailboats are also major popular events, and some regattas are very accessible and come with an excellent atmosphere.
We invite you to contact us to add your regatta or rally to the list.
Why race?
The world of sailing is a world of sharing. However, it is not always easy to exchange with other boaters. Regattas, rallies, and other gatherings are excellent opportunities to meet people, share, and sail together.
At the same time, sailing with others is a great way to push yourself, get to know your sailboat, learn, and improve your navigation, settings, and technical skills.
2024 Regatta Calendar
Below, you will find the regatta calendar in France, from dinghy sailing to IRC keelboat races, including series like First 31.7, Surprise, J80, and classes such as Micro and OSIRIS.
You will find different race formats: coastal races, banana courses, semi-offshore races (for the starts of major sailing races, check the nautical events calendar). A link will take you to the club’s page for regatta registration. Finally, don’t forget your FFV license.
| Event | Dates | Port | Type | Organizer | Public | More info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowes Week | August 2-8 | Cowes, UK | Regatta | Cowes Week Ltd | IRC, Classics, series | More info |
| Tall Ships Races 2025 | July 4 – August | Le Havre/Dunkirk/Esbjerg | Race/Rally | Sail Training Int. | Open to all | More info |
| SAIL Amsterdam | August 20-24 | Amsterdam, NL | Festival | SAIL Amsterdam | Open to all | More info |
| Sneekweek | August 1-7 | Sneek, NL | Regatta | Sneekweek Org. | Open to all | More info |
| EAORA Offshore Regatta | June 26-29 | Harwich/Ostend/Ramsgate | Race | EAORA | IRC, series | More info |
| Dutch Water Week | September 17-21 | Almere, NL | Regatta | ICARUS Sports | Olympic classes | More info |
| British Classic Week | July 6-11 | Cowes, UK | Regatta | British Classic YC | Classics | More info |
| Ramsgate Week | July 20-25 | Ramsgate, UK | Regatta | Royal Temple YC | IRC, series | More info |
| Falmouth Sailing Week | August 10-16 | Falmouth, UK | Regatta | PoFSA | IRC, series, dinghies | More info |
| Dartmouth Royal Regatta | August 23-30 | Dartmouth, UK | Regatta | Royal Dart YC | IRC, series, classics | More info |
| Plymouth Race Week | July 10-13 | Plymouth, UK | Regatta | Royal Western YC | IRC, series | More info |
| Abersoch Dinghy Week | July 19-25 | Abersoch, UK | Regatta | SCYC | Dinghies | More info |
| North Sea Regatta | TBD | Scheveningen, NL | Regatta | North Sea Regatta | IRC, series | More info |
| Finn World Masters | June 13-21 | Medemblik, NL | Regatta | Finn Class | Finn class | More info |
| Kieler Woche | June 21-29 | Kiel, DE | Regatta | Kieler Woche | Open to all | More info |
| Salcombe Yacht Club Regatta | August 3-8 | Salcombe, UK | Regatta | Salcombe YC | Open to all | More info |
| Burnham Week | August 23-30 | Burnham-on-Crouch, UK | Regatta | Burnham SC | IRC, series | More info |
| Mersea Week | August 10-15 | West Mersea, UK | Regatta | West Mersea YC | Open to all | More info |
| Poole Week | August 24-29 | Poole, UK | Regatta | Parkstone YC | Dinghies, keelboats | More info |
| Aldeburgh Regatta Week | August 17-22 | Aldeburgh, UK | Regatta | Aldeburgh YC | Open to all | More info |
| Whitstable Week | August 6-10 | Whitstable, UK | Regatta | Whitstable YC | Open to all | More info |
| German Classics Laboe | August 14-17 | Laboe, DE | Regatta | German Classics | Classics | More info |
Obligations for Racing
If you plan to race with your boat, regardless of the race, you must do two things in advance:
- Measure the boat: This means you must register your sailboat for the regatta. You will need to fill out a form with your boat’s characteristics and equipment. From there, it will be given a coefficient. This coefficient balances the races, allowing a skipper sailing a less performant sailboat to gain places in the overall ranking, with compensated time.
- Be licensed: To participate in a regatta, you must be licensed with a club affiliated with the French Sailing Federation. This allows your ranking to be recorded and covers you during the event. Some races allow you to take out a temporary license for the duration of the race.