The Great Provincetown Schooner Regatta & Yacht Race is a destination and experience like no other boat race in the world. Located at the outer most tip of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Provincetown Harbor is stunningly beautiful. You will feel as if you have stepped back in time as you race alongside majestic schooners in full sail. You're invited to join the fun at the 7th annual Great Provincetown Schooner Regatta & Yacht Race where historic schooners and modern sloops come to Provincetown for a week of fun and lively competition. Four classes of all size boats race the same course alongside two classes of schooners in what can only be described as visually spectacular for those who love sailing. Seating on board the schooners is available for purchase offering spectators a rare chance to be in the race alongside the crew for the general public. If you have ever wanted to know what it is like to race in a regatta, this is your chance to experience one of the world's greatest sporting events.
Sept 3.
The Schooner Challenge kicks off the week with a
race from Cape Anne, Massachusetts to Provincetown,
across Massachusetts Bay in the great tradition of
the Fisherman's Race celebrating the historic Lipton
Cup race of 1907. The triumphant schooner will bring
home the cup and the glory for her home port.
Sept 4.
Commodore's Reception welcomes all visitors at the
presentation of the trophy and a cash purse to the
winning schooner. Captain's pick up their welcome
bags and can purchase additional official regatta
merchandise. The Reception is to benefit local
Provincetown charitable organizations in cooperation
with the Swim for Life.
Sept 5.
Tour of Schooners alongside MacMillan Pier 4-6pm.
This is an opportunity to learn the history of these
great vessels and meet the captains and crews as you
tour the decks and hull of these floating museums.
Crew Party on Fisherman's Wharf. The whole town
turns out to join the fun with live music, dancing
and food. 7pm till midnight.
Sept 6.
21st Annual Swim 4 Life
The 7th annual Great Provincetown Schooner Regatta and Yacht Race commences followed by the Awards Banquet. The morning starts with a captain's breakfast for captains and navigators only. At noon the Parade of Sails passes the gathering of spectators on MacMillan Pier as boats head to the start line. The race is immediately followed by an Awards Banquet.
For more information please visit the official site at www.provincetownschoonerrace.com.