BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Week
Mar 23-29, 2026
Nanny Cay Marina, Tortola, British Virgin Islands
About the Festival
The BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival is one of the Caribbean's premier sailing events, combining a week of competitive racing with the laid-back charm of the British Virgin Islands. Celebrating over 50 years of tradition, the regatta attracts sailors from around the world for its ideal trade winds, turquoise waters, and world-class island hospitality. This week-long event is split into two parts: Sailing Festival (first 3 days): Casual racing, island-hopping fun sails, and warm-up events. Spring Regatta (final 3 days): Serious competition across multiple classes, drawing both professional crews and passionate amateur racers.
What to Expect
Diverse Racing
Courses designed for everything from high-performance race boats to cruising yachts and charter fleets.
Courses designed for everything from high-performance race boats to cruising yachts and charter fleets.
Breathtaking Scenery
Sail among the British Virgin Islands' iconic landscapes—Sir Francis Drake Channel, Norman Island, and more.
Sail among the British Virgin Islands' iconic landscapes—Sir Francis Drake Channel, Norman Island, and more.
International Fleet
Yachts and sailors representing over 20 countries.
Yachts and sailors representing over 20 countries.
Island Spirit
Shoreside events, local food, and nightly entertainment create a festive, welcoming atmosphere.
Shoreside events, local food, and nightly entertainment create a festive, welcoming atmosphere.
Accessibility
Known for its "something for everyone" spirit, from hardcore racing teams to families and casual cruisers.
Known for its "something for everyone" spirit, from hardcore racing teams to families and casual cruisers.
Festival Highlights
- More than 100 yachts racing in multiple divisions.
- Race Village at Nanny Cay with live music, dining, and social events every night.
- Round Tortola Race and other festival favorites in the lead-up to the main regatta.
- Opportunities to mix racing with exploring the BVIs' world-class anchorages and beaches.