Irish sailing magazine reports on a dazzling ARC opening ceremony

Author Peter Gilmore Published 24 Jun 2026 Read Time 1 min

Irish sailing magazine, Afloat, reported how the opening ceremony of ARC 2025 brought the streets to life in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

This was the 40th edition of the world's most popular transatlantic sailing rally and over 30 nations were represented during the parade around Las Palmas Marina. 

Diversity is at the core of World Cruising Club rallies, and year on year sailors are united under the common ambition of sailing across the Atlantic Ocean.

This year, promises similar spectacles for the ARC and ARC+ rallies in advance of the sailors departing Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in November. To enter ARC or ARC+ 2026, click below: