Midsummer Twilight Regatta
Celebrate the longest days of the year on the water at the Bray Sailing Club Midsummer Twilight Regatta!
Taking place over the weekend of Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st June 2026, this event is designed to make the absolute most of the midsummer evening light. With high water perfectly aligning with late afternoon starts, we have scheduled up to 9 fast-paced races across the weekend.
Racing is open to all Dinghies (sailing under the PY Handicap fleet), including Flying 15s and Picos, with a dedicated ILCA handicap fleet (ILCA 4, 6, and 7). Separate starts may be granted for classes with 10 or more entries.
Notice of Race: HERE
Sailing Instructions: HERE
Event Details:
- Dates: Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st June 2026
- First Gun: Saturday at 17:00 | Sunday at 18:00
- Eligible Classes: All Dinghies, Flying 15s, Picos, and ILCAs.
- Entry Fees: Unbeatable value at just €5 for single-handed boats and €10 for double-handed boats.
- The Best Part: Every entry fee includes a complimentary Burger BBQ ashore after sailing on Sunday evening!
Tides & Logistics: Bray Harbour dries out at low water, but our twilight racing schedule perfectly matches the tides. There is plenty of water at the slipway for easy launching and recovery, with High Water at 16:53 on Saturday and 17:52 on Sunday.
Non-members should complete the form found HERE. We will then send you an invoice for your entry fee. Please note that your entry is not complete until the entry fee has been paid.
In line with BSC's sustainability policy, Sailing Instructions will be digital-only, and we kindly ask all competitors to bring reusable water bottles. Visiting sailors from affiliated clubs are warmly welcome and will receive temporary club membership for the duration of the regatta.
Spaces may be limited to ensure adequate safety cover, so don't wait!
Dates
The following form part of this event:
- Midsummer Twilight Regatta Day 1 : 20 June, 17:00-19:00
- Midsummer Twilight Regatta Day 2 : 21 June, 18:00-20:00
Last updated 6:09pm on 9 June 2026
