Race Schedule

The 2026 Festival of Sails offers an exciting array of on-water events tailored for all sailing enthusiasts. With a wide variety of race classes, including the iconic Melbourne to Geelong Passage Race and the return of the Mornington to Geelong Passage Race, there is something for every type of sailor. This year, we are proud to feature an expanded race program that caters to both rated and non-rated boats, ensuring close, competitive racing for all.

Please check the website more information on the races, entry details, and the full festival schedule.

For further information regarding the regatta, please contact the Royal Geelong Yacht Club.

Festival of Sails
24-26 January, 2026

Class Sat, 24th Jan Sun, 25th Jan Mon, 26th Jan
Passage Rating Series Melbourne to Geelong Passage Special Course (x2) Special Course
Passage Spinnaker Series Melbourne to Geelong Passage Special Course (x2) Special Course
Mornington Peninsula Series Mornington to Geelong Passage Special Course (x1) No Racing
Double Handed Series Melbourne to Geelong Passage Long Special Course Special Course
Passage Non-Spinnaker Series Melbourne to Geelong Passage Special Course (x2) Special Course
Multihull Series Melbourne to Geelong Passage Special Course (x2) Special Course
S80 Series Melbourne to Geelong Passage Windward-Leeward Course (x2) Windward-Leeward Course (x2)
J24 Series Melbourne to Geelong Passage Windward-Leeward Course (x3) No Racing
Passage Miniseries Melbourne to Geelong Passage Special Course No Racing
Cadet Sprint Series No Racing No Racing Sprints

Australian Multihull Championship
21-26 January, 2026

5-Day Series Course
Wednesday 21/01/2026 Windward-Leeward Course (x2)
Thursday 22/01/2026 Windward-Leeward Course (x2)
Friday 23/01/2026 Layday (transit to Melbourne)
Saturday 24/01/2026 Melbourne to Geelong Passage
Sunday 25/01/2026 Special Course (x2)
Monday 26/01/2026 Special Course (x1)

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