19/06/2026
For almost two centuries, the Royal Irish Yacht Club has been at the heart of Irish sailing, hosting major domestic and international events, producing many outstanding sailors, including Olympians and World Champions, whilst playing a significant role in the early history of the America’s Cup as well as the Admiral's Cup. The Club is also the proud recipient of the MG Sailing Club of the Year 2025 award.
In recognition of our 195th anniversary, the Club will host a week-long celebration with two spectacular Regattas: The Classic Boats Regatta & The RIYC Club Regatta. It will also include an extensive shore-based social programme with something for all ages.
The week will commence with a two-day Classic Regatta taking place on 20/21 June and culminating with the Royal Irish Yacht Club Regatta on 27 June. Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll MacNeill will launch the 195th Anniversary programme at an opening reception to be held in the Club on Friday, 19 June.
The Classic Regatta is a unique and prestigious event that will bring together some of Ireland’s most beautiful and historic sailing yachts. In addition to racing, the programme will include a Parade of Sail through Dalkey Sound, Concours d’Elegance & D’ Authenticité at East Pier Roundhead as well as the Open Yachts pontoon party.
Ashore key highlights will include a Talk on RIYC Member Daniel O’Connell with Prof Maurice Bric, A Tour of the Club & its artefacts by Hal Sisk, the 195 Regatta Supper on 20 June, and a pizza party for younger members and their pals. Both regattas will feature Après Sail dining on the Deck, with ambient live music & tunes of the Summer!
Entry is open now for the Classic Regatta. Booking for the talks and RIYC Regatta is coming soon!
Regatta breakfast, packed lunches & live cooking will all feature.
We hope you can join us.
Classic Regatta Entry Here
Entry Here Notice Of Race RESULTS
All queries to [email protected]
195th Week Schedule
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10.00 Regatta Office Open for Registration and Regatta packs - Enter Classic Regatta Here
12.30 Bar Lunch on Terrace
18:30 Welcome Reception on Terrace, all Members invited. Live Cooking Station on Deck, Saxophonist will play on the Terrace.
19:30 Leinster V Bulls, on screens |
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8.00 Breakfast Available
09.00 Regatta Office Open & Skippers Briefing
12.30 Bar Food Available
13.00 Parade of Sail Through Dalkey Sound
16.00 Open Yachts Pontoon Party & Live Jazz Band.
Live Cooking Station & RIYC BBQ Available
19.30 195 Gala Supper €50pp. Booking Essential, Book Here |
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8.00 Breakfast Available
09.30 Regatta Office Open & Skippers Briefing
13.00 Concours d’Elegance & D’Authenticité at East Pier Roundhead with Commentary from Hal Sisk
15.00 Prize Giving. Hot Dish Available |
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19:30 Daniel O’Connell Talk with Professor Maurice Bric. Followed by a 3-Course Supper €45pp
Booking Essential - SOLD OUT |
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13:00 A Tour of the Club & its Artefacts with Hal Sisk. Followed by 2-Course Lunch €38pp. Booking Essential- Book Here
18.00 Junior Members & Family Summer Party. |
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08.00 Breakfast Available
09.00 Regatta Office Open & Skippers Briefing - Enter Club Regatta Here
12.30 Bar Food Available
16.00 Live Cooking Station & RIYC BBQ
16.30 Live Music on Deck
18.30 Prize Giving & Closing Ceremony
19.00 MADNESS Tribute Band on Deck
21.30 DJ & Dancing ‘Til Late! |
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