The most popular sailing rallies
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The most popular sailing rallies
Everyone is welcome to our shoreside events, whether you are already signed up for a rally or simply exploring your options. These events combine informal social gatherings, presentations, boats, and equipment displays, and offer the chance to meet the World Cruising Club team, talk with experienced skippers and marine industry experts, and view ARC-ready yachts that have crossed oceans.
We host events across the UK, North America, Europe, and online, with most free to attend and regularly updated.
Bluewater Days are relaxed, informative sessions for anyone dreaming of or preparing for offshore cruising. They bring together sailors, ARC skippers, and experts to share practical advice, inspiration, and guidance on planning an ocean passage, whether you already own a boat or are still in the early stages.
Seminars are focused learning sessions covering key topics such as the World ARC, weather, boat and equipment selection, crew preparation, and life at sea, with time for questions.
Boat Shows give you the opportunity to meet the World Cruising Club team, get advice on rallies and offshore sailing, and reconnect with past participants.
Rendezvous Events are informal social gatherings for past, present, and future participants to meet, share experiences, and connect with the wider cruising community.
Please check our events calendar regularly for upcoming dates and locations.
January: boot Boat Show in Düsseldorf
March: Ocean Sailing Weekend in the UK
April: Bluewater Day Netherlands - Bluewater Day USA - Rendezvous Saint Lucia
May: Bluewater Day UK - Bluewater Day Sweden
September: Bluewater Cruisers' Question Time - World ARC Seminar - Atlantic Circuit Seminar
October: Annapolis Sail Boat Show - Annapolis Rendezvous
Please check back for regular webinar additions and updates.
Bluewater Cruisers' Question Time - Southampton, UK
19 September 2026 - Southampton, UK
Join us for a panel session with experienced bluewater skippers, ready to share their knowledge and answer your questions. It’s the perfect chance to get practical advice and inspiration for your own offshore adventures.
World ARC Seminar - Southampton, UK
20 September 2026 - Southampton, UK
Set sail on your dreams! Join us for a World ARC presentation to discover the routes, boats, and life onboard that make a global sailing adventure possible, with time to ask questions and be inspired by fellow sailors.
Annapolis Sailboat Show - Annapolis, MD
October 15-18 - Annapolis, MD, USA
Visit the World Cruising Club at the Annapolis Sailboat Show to get inspired, ask questions, and learn about bluewater sailing, long-term cruising, and our global rallies.
World ARC Seminar - Annapolis, MD
October 16 - Federal House, Annapolis, MD, USA
Join us in Annapolis for a World ARC breakfast session with Q&A and networking. Learn about circumnavigation, boats, crew, and safety from our expert panel.
World Cruising Club Rendezvous - Annapolis, MD
October 16 - Federal House, Annapolis, MD, USA
Join us for a relaxed social gathering for past, present, and future ralliers! Meet fellow sailors, share stories, and enjoy the camaraderie of the rally community. Free, but registration is required.
Atlantic Circuit Seminar - Annapolis, MD
October 17 - Federal House, Annapolis, MD, USA
Join us for a panel on the Atlantic Circuit with ARC, ARC+ and ARC Europe. Get expert tips on boats, crew, and life at sea, plus your questions answered. Free — registration required.
boot 2027 - Düsseldorf, Germany
23-31 January 2027 - Düsseldorf, Germany
We’ll be back at boot Düsseldorf in 2027. If you’re a past participant, do stop by to say hello - and if you’d like to learn more about our rallies, come and have a chat.
Ocean Sailing Weekend UK
20-21 March 2027 - Fareham, UK
Join us for an information-packed weekend featuring safety demonstrations and expert seminars on provisioning, preparing your boat for bluewater sailing, first aid, rigging, sailing with children, watchkeeping, choosing crew, and much more.
Bluewater Day - The Netherlands 2027
April 2027 - Medemblik, The Netherlands
If you’re registered or wanting to cross the Atlantic with the ARC or ARC+, or are interested in joining World ARC for a circumnavigation, come and see us at Contest Yachts. There will be yachts to view, seminars, yard tours, and more.
Saint Lucia Rendezvous 2027
April 18, 2027 - Rodney Bay, Saint Lucia
Will you be in the Caribbean in April 2027? If so, join us at our Saint Lucia Rendezvous. We love seeing past and future rally participants, so please register to come along.
Bluewater Day USA 2027
April 2027 - Annapolis, USA
Come and chat with the World Cruising Club team and past participants about World ARC or sailing the Atlantic circuit. The day is packed with information and inspiration to help get you out bluewater sailing.
Bluewater Day - UK
15 May 2027. Lymington, UK
Considering buying or outfitting a yacht for bluewater cruising? Join us for Bluewater Day - a unique event featuring boats to explore, expert presentations, a mini-exhibition, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow sailors.
Bluewater Day - Sweden
May 2027. Sweden (venue tbc)
Located in Sweden, this event is the perfect place to prepare for your next adventure.
06 Dec 2025
Dutch team, Nextgen Jajo, take line honours in the 40th edition of the ARC
17 Jun 2026
French sailing magazine Voile et Voiliers cover the start of the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers
19 Nov 2024
Sailors can obtain almost all medical supplies in Las Palmas. The pharmacies are well-stocked and used to dealing with ARC sailors.
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