Montego Bay Yacht Club Easter Regatta

Celebrate Easter in Montego Bay with exciting yacht racing, Caribbean scenery and island hospitality.

The Montego Bay Yacht Club Easter Regatta is a celebration of competitive sailing, bringing yachts, sailing enthusiasts and spectators together against the beautiful backdrop of Jamaica’s northwest coast.

Traditionally held over the Easter holiday period, this annual regatta combines exciting yacht races with the relaxed atmosphere of the Montego Bay Yacht Club.

With colourful sails filling the bay, beautiful Caribbean scenery and opportunities to enjoy the club’s welcoming surroundings, the Easter Regatta offers an enjoyable experience for sailing enthusiasts and visitors alike.

What to Expect

Exciting Yacht Racing

Watch sailing crews compete on the sparkling waters of Montego Bay, navigating challenging courses that test their sailing skills, tactics and teamwork.

The regatta traditionally welcomes different classes of sailing yachts, creating an exciting spectacle as competitors manoeuvre across the bay.

Beautiful Caribbean Sailing Conditions

Montego Bay provides a spectacular setting for sailing, with turquoise waters, tropical sunshine and a mountainous coastline.

Against this beautiful backdrop, racing yachts and colourful sails create a memorable scene for spectators and photography enthusiasts.

Traditional Easter Sailing Events

The Easter Regatta has featured a variety of sailing competitions and associated activities.

Past programmes have included races to Mosquito Cove, class racing over the Easter weekend and an All Comers race towards Half Moon.

The combination of different sailing events adds variety to the competition, although routes and schedules may change between editions.

A Welcoming Yacht Club Atmosphere

Beyond the racing, Montego Bay Yacht Club provides an attractive setting for enjoying Jamaica’s maritime culture.

Sailing enthusiasts, club members and visitors can experience the social side of the sport, with opportunities for dining, refreshments and relaxing by the waterfront.

A Celebration of Jamaica’s Sailing Community

The Easter Regatta brings together sailors from Jamaica and visiting crews, celebrating the island’s longstanding connection to recreational and competitive sailing.

From experienced competitors to spectators discovering the sport, the event reflects the camaraderie and shared enthusiasm that make sailing such a distinctive Caribbean experience.

Regatta Participation & Visitor Information

The Montego Bay Yacht Club Easter Regatta traditionally takes place during Jamaica’s Easter holiday period, with racing and associated activities scheduled around the long weekend.

Sailing schedules, participation requirements, spectator arrangements and social activities are announced by the organisers for each edition.

For regatta announcements and visitor information, visit the Montego Bay Yacht Club