Heineken Regatta 2023 dates

A firm favourite of the Caribbean, over 40 years strong the St Maarten Heineken Regatta offer spectacular racing, and ‘serious fun’ as its renown for. Four days of world-class racing with some of the world’s most seasoned sailors, from more than 35 countries, sailing Maxis, Monohulls and Performance Multihulls. Crystal clear waters and cooling northeast trade winds give the pristine conditions for spectacular racing just off the coast of Sint Maarten. The racing days blend seamlessly into wonderfully entertaining nights, leaving you with unforgettable memories of the Caribbean.  This event is your bucket list must-do!

Racing takes place in the waters surrounding the island of Sint Maarten/Saint Martin,  offering a variety of courses suitable for all classes: Maxi’s, Ocean Racers, Multihulls, Bareboats, Cruisers, and everything in between. Maxis and Multihulls have their own race areas, with races suited to their sailing styles: an emphasis on coastal races with fewer windward legs for cruising-style multihulls and longer more challenging races for Performance Multihulls and Maxis.

The  St Maarten Regatta sailors are offered a mixture of races with a combination of windward-leeward and coastal races blended together into an irresistible cocktail of racing chosen to suit each class. In 2019 the Gill Commodores Cup was incorporated into the main regatta meaning that there is more flexibility for the race committee to pick the best conditions and day for racing.

The Heineken regatta is open to all levels, from professional teams to novices and first time on the water sailors and with whole boat charter options to match every level, we will do our best to find an option that suits you!


Save the date! 51th edition – 18th & 19th March 2023

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This year’s race will take place on the weekend of the 18th and 19th of March. Here you can find the coming updates about the match. For now: save the date and see you in March!

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  • Event date: 02/03/2023
  • Event end: 05/03/2023
  • When: JAN-MAR

The St. Maarten Heineken Regatta always takes place on the first weekend of March.

The St.Maarten Heineken Regatta is Caribbean’s largest regatta attracting top sailors from 37 countries for 4 days of professionally-run racing in perfect Caribbean conditions. Over the years thousands of sailors have graced the shores of this ideal location, don’t be left out.

What could be better than racing in the Tropical sun with crystal clear water and ice cold Heinekens?
Nothing!

St. Maarten Heineken Regatta, it just keeps getting better. Four days of world-class racing with some of the world’s most seasoned sailors, from more than 35 countries, sailing Maxis, Monohulls and Performance Multihulls to holiday-makers on chartered Bareboats and live-aboard families cruising the Caribbean. Crystal clear waters and cooling northeast trade winds give the pristine conditions for spectacular racing just off the coast of St. Maarten. And with Heineken as title sponsor, the racing days blend seamlessly into four nights of exceptional parties. This event is your bucket list must-do! Come and enjoy life in the Caribbean, come for some Serious Fun.

  • A world-famous international sailing event consisting of four days of racing
  • Compete with the world’s best sailors on the fastest boats
  • Competitors from more than 35 different countries
  • Warm trade winds from the northeast
  • An average temperature of 25 ° C
  • Crystal clear water
  • Racing alongside the coast and around the island
  • Amazing views of the beaches and rocks
  • Enjoy the culture, cuisine, and music from the Dutch and French side

Heineken Regatta 2023 dates

Difficulty Level:

Price:

1290 – 4500 €

  • Multihull
    L’Ultim Emotion 2
    £5,569.61£7,594.92
  • < 50 feet
    Swan 48 Montana –
    £1,088.61
  • VOR 70
    Volvo 70 Ericsson 1
    £2,109.70£5,274.25
  • VOR 70
    Volvo 70 Green Dragon
    £2,109.70£5,274.25

The four-day event kicks off on Thursday, March 2, 2023. The Organisation: “Our main goal is to offer exceptionally high-quality racing. We are already making exciting changes to enhance this 4-day event, combining windward and leeward races with distance and coastal racing. We offer something for every type of boat, from the beautiful Maxi’s to our loyal cruisers who prefer shorter courses and a somewhat later start.

The program

The schedule can be subject to change

  • First Race Day: Thursday 4th March
  • Race Day 2: Friday 5th March
  • Race day 3: Saturday 6th March
  • Race day 4: Sunday 7th March
  • Price giving and beach party: Sunday 7th March

Every day after racing between 3 pm and 5 pm and on Sunday at 1:30 pm, the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta will be making a show out of the bridge openings.

More information on the sailing and shore program you find here

Here you find some general information about your stay

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The four-day event kicks off on Thursday, March 2, 2023. The Organisation: “Our main goal is to offer exceptionally high-quality racing. We are already making exciting changes to enhance this 4-day event, combining windward and leeward races with distance and coastal racing. We offer something for every type of boat, from the beautiful Maxi’s to our loyal cruisers who prefer shorter courses and a somewhat later start.

The program

The schedule can be subject to change

  • First Race Day: Thursday 4th March
  • Race Day 2: Friday 5th March
  • Race day 3: Saturday 6th March
  • Race day 4: Sunday 7th March
  • Price giving and beach party: Sunday 7th March

Every day after racing between 3 pm and 5 pm and on Sunday at 1:30 pm, the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta will be making a show out of the bridge openings.

More information on the sailing and shore program you find here

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Here you find some general information about your stay

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