Welcome to Bay of Islands Sailing Week!
January 24 - 28 2027
latest news
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2026 Bay of Islands Sailing Week: The big boats take on the rain in Race 2
Racing Group A, listed as the Division 1 big boats on the series entry list, is contested by just five entries. Despite the small numbers, the fleet covers a broad range of designs and sizes, spanning from 4...
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Day two racing settles in as Bay of Islands Sailing Week works through the rain
Bay of Islands Sailing Week is properly underway, with Day Two of the event doubling as the first full day of racing after the delayed start. It has been a day defined not by breeze, but by water falling fro...
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Day one abandoned as Bay of Islands Sailing Week waits for a clean start
The decision to abandon the first day of racing for the 2026 Bay of Islands Sailing Week was made at midday today, as weather systems continued to build across the Bay of Islands and visibility deteriorated ...
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2026 Bay of Islands Sailing Week: The big boats take on the rain in Race 2
Racing Group A, listed as the Division 1 big boats on the series entry list, is contested by just...
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Day two racing settles in as Bay of Islands Sailing Week works through the rain
Bay of Islands Sailing Week is properly underway, with Day Two of the event doubling as the first...
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Day one abandoned as Bay of Islands Sailing Week waits for a clean start
The decision to abandon the first day of racing for the 2026 Bay of Islands Sailing Week was made...
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Beach Party – Sponsored by Explore
The Bay of Islands Sailing Week Beach Party is not to be missed. After a big day on the water, head out to the beautiful Otehei Bay to celebrate with live music, food, drinks, and plenty of good company right on the beach. Proudly supported by Explore, it’s always one of the highlights of the week.
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Explore the Archives
Take a trip down memory lane with event images dating all the way back to 2003.
Our Podcast
The Bay of Islands Sailing Week Podcast delivers the entertainment side of the regatta. Expect laughs, wild stories, and behind-the-scenes moments with sailors, crews, and familiar dockside faces. It’s everything you don’t see on the racecourse, all in one place.
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Don’t worry, we’ve answered all your questions and delivered them to your mooring. If you have any other inquiries, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Explore the History
Discover how Bay of Islands Sailing Week has grown over the years – the races, the people, and the moments that made it what it is today.