Barbados Sailing Week 2026
Kick off your year with racing, rum and Caribbean wind
Barbados Sailing Week 2026 brings together local and international crews for a full week of coastal races, the Mount Gay Round Barbados Race and laid-back dockside socials. Carlisle Bay becomes regatta central, with race starts, finishes and after-sail lime spots all within easy reach.
Even if you’re not racing, it’s a great time to visit Barbados – the bay is full of sails, the evenings are packed with events, and you can still enjoy catamaran cruises, beach bars and island tours between race days.
Key details at a glance
- Event type: Regatta & social sailing week
- Main venues: Barbados Cruising Club, Barbados Yacht Club, Carlisle Bay
- Typical schedule: Practice days, coastal races, Mount Gay Round Barbados Race, prize-givings and evening parties.
- Good to know: Book accommodation near Carlisle Bay or the south coast for easy access to marinas and nightlife.
Fly to Barbados Sailing Week with Surinam Airways
Surinam Airways connects the Guianas and wider region to Barbados, giving crews and spectators a convenient way to arrive a few days before the first gun and stay on after prize-giving.
- Plan travel so you arrive at least a day before your first race registration.
- Combine the regatta with extra beach days, sightseeing or a rum distillery tour.
- Use Barbados as your base if you’re continuing on to other Caribbean sailing events.
Suggested trip ideas
Regatta-focused (7–9 nights)
- Day 1–2: Arrival, boat prep, practice sails and welcome events.
- Day 3–6: Coastal racing, socials and downtime at the beach or on the Boardwalk.
- Day 7–8: Round Barbados Race, prize-giving and final celebration.
- Day 9: Relaxed brunch and departure.
Spectator escape (4–5 nights)
- Time your arrival to catch the Mount Gay Round Barbados Race and at least one party night.
- Book a catamaran cruise to watch racing on the water and swim with turtles.
- Add a free day for pure “feet in the sand” time before flying home.
Plan your Barbados Sailing Week 2026 trip
Check all the other island happenings on our Barbados 2026 Events Calendar, then look up Surinam Airways schedules to lock in your winter escape around Sailing Week.
