RIYC CLASSIC REGATTA 2026

20/06/2026

We are delighted to host a Classics Regatta to commemorate our 195th Anniversary on 20 & 21 June, 2026. Below you will see an outline of the event schedule, so save the date and check back regularly as we will be adding booking links for Entry and Notice of Race soon!

This Classic Boats Regatta will take place against the magnificent backdrop of Dublin Bay, known as the cradle of competitive yacht racing.

The programme will include: Welcome Reception, BBQ, Live Music, Classics Supper, Parade of Sails & Open Viewing of Boats
 
RIYC 195th Classic Regatta 20/21 June
Events Programme

Friday 19 June 2026
10.00: Regatta Office Open for registration and picking up of regatta packs 
Berthing available at RIYC Swing Moorings,  RIYC & Marina Pontoons; booking coming soon.
19:00 Welcome Reception & BBQ on RIYC deck (dress code: casual); Jazz ensemble;  
 
Saturday 20 June  
8.00 Breakfast available in RIYC;  
9.00 Regatta Office Open; Skippers Briefing RIYC Terrace
11.00 Race 1 Scotsman’s Bay to Scotsman’s Bay via Muglins &  Killiney Bay Outfall 
13.30 Class Starts Warning Signal, Class Group Courses 
16.00 OPEN YACHTS’ PONTOON PARTY’ – view the yachts whilst listening to live music and enjoying drinks 
16.30 Live Cooking on the Deck!
19.00 Regatta Reception & Supper, booking coming soon!
 
Sunday  21 June
8.00 Breakfast available in RIYC;  
9.30 Regatta Office Open; Skippers Briefing RIYC Terrace
11.00 Race 1 Class Starts Warning Signal, Class Group Courses 
14.00 Concours d’Elegance  & D’ Authenticité at East Pier Bandstand
15.00 Prize Giving & Bar Food 
15.30 Closes

We hope you can join us!
All queries to [email protected]