Pre-Registration Now Open for the 2027 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Saharet of Tyre at the 2026 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
Dear Friends of the Classics,
The race has started.
Pre-registration for the 2027 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is now open, and we invite owners, captains, crews, and friends to join us once again in Antigua for another unforgettable celebration of classic yachting. To use the simple form on our website to pre-register your yacht go to https://antiguaclassics.com/pre-registration/
Word leaked out that pre-registration was about to open, and we’ve already had three yachts sign up. First on the list is Luc De Clercq’s magnificent Camper & Nicholson ketch, Saharet of Tyre, which edged out Matt Barker’s classic Alfred Mylne cutter, The Blue Peter, to claim the top spot on the list. Luc was all smiles, knowing he had finally beaten The Blue Peter. Also pre-registering is Paul Deeth’s Legacy Class ketch, Petrana.
From April 14–19, 2027, Nelson’s Dockyard will once again come alive with magnificent schooners, elegant classics, spirited racing, and the unique camaraderie that defines the Antigua Classics experience.
Whether you are a returning competitor or planning your first visit, now is the perfect time to secure your place in one of the Caribbean’s most beloved regattas.
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta continues to celebrate:
• Traditional seamanship and craftsmanship
• Competitive but friendly racing
• Historic and spirit-of-tradition yachts
• Legendary shoreside gatherings
• The relaxed “toes in the sand” atmosphere that makes Antigua Classics unique
Early pre-registration helps us plan dockage, race management, social events, and logistics to ensure another exceptional regatta for everyone involved.
We encourage participants to pre-register as soon as possible and begin making plans for Antigua Classics 2027.
We look forward to welcoming you back to English Harbour.
Fair winds,
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Team
April 14–19, 2027
Antigua, West Indies
For more information please visit www.antiguaclassics.com
Email Regatta Coordinator at admin@antiguaclassics.com
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is the Caribbean’s premier celebration of classic sailing, attracting an exceptional fleet each year from around the world.
Now in its 37th edition, the regatta features a remarkable range of competitors, from traditional island craft to vintage and classic ketches, sloops, schooners, and yawls, as well as Spirit of Tradition yachts and Modern Classics. Together, they create a spectacular display of maritime heritage.
Racing is only part of what makes the Classic Regatta so special. The camaraderie and strong sense of community among sailors ashore make it a truly memorable experience and a bucket list event for anyone who loves classic yachts.
