Below is the 2023 event schedule:
BOSTON YACHT CLUB
Thursday, July 6
• 10am–4pm: Registration open in Yardarm & Hospitality desk open in Clubhouse Main Lounge.
Friday, July 7
• 8am–4pm: Registration open in Yardarm & Hospitality desk open in Clubhouse Main Lounge.
• 11am–3pm: Gear Truck available for loading (see separate information).
• 5:30–6:30pm: Goslings Rum and Bentwater Beer tastings under the tent for race sailors/guests (wristband, over age 21 event, bring I.D.).
• 6:30–8:30pm: Buffet dinner for all race participants (wristbands required). Additional guest tickets available for purchase at registration/hospitality desk.
• 8:30–11pm: Party & dancing under the BYC tent to the music of Beat Street Band.
• 5–11pm: Outdoor gazebo grille and bar open. Grille to close at 9pm; bar to close at 11pm.
Saturday, July 8
• 7:30–9:30am: Continental breakfast, clubhouse, 1st floor (wristband).
• 8am–4pm: Registration open in Yardarm & Hospitality desk open in Clubhouse Main Lounge
• 11am–3pm: Gear Truck available for loading (see separate information).
• 11:30am: Skippers meeting in BYC Tent.
• 12–2pm: Regular lunch service available, clubhouse, reservations are highly encouraged.
• 12–11pm: Outdoor gazebo grille and bar open. Grill to close at dusk bar to close at 11pm.
• 4pm-7pm: Music under the tent with Matt & Dave (please note, timing may change slightly)
• 5pm–7pm: Appetizers for all race participants under the BYC tent (wristbands required).
Sunday, July 9
• 7:30am–9:30am: Continental breakfast, clubhouse, 1st floor (wristband).
• 7:30am–9:30am: Registration open in Yardarm & Hospitality desk open in Clubhouse Main Lounge.
• 12:55pm: Warning signal for the first start off Marblehead Neck.
• 12pm–dusk: Outdoor gazebo grille and bar open.
ROYAL NOVA SCOTIA YACHT SQUADRON
Monday, July 10
• 11:30am–9pm: Food and beverage service at the clubhouse
Tuesday, July 11
• 9am–11am: Breakfast at the Clubhouse
• 11am–2pm: Lunch at the Clubhouse
• 5–8pm: Dinner at the Clubhouse
Wednesday, July 12
• 7–11am: Breakfast at the Clubhouse
• 8:30am–4:30pm: Tartan Coffee—Mobile Espresso Bar, near Spar Loft: Serving organic locally roasted coffee selections and delicious fresh baked treats.
• 11am–2pm: Lunch at the Clubhouse
• 2-5pm: Complimentary Massages and Yoga, Lawn by the pool: Enjoy a yoga class overlooking the Northwest Arm at 2pm. Then drop by for a complimentary massage provided by the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy between 2–5pm.
• 4–6pm: Taste of the Maritimes, Clubhouse Patio and Lawn: Sailors, guests and members are all welcome to enjoy a complimentary tasting of authentic Maritime food paired with tasty drink samples.
• 6–8pm: Dinner Buffet
• 6–10pm: Nova Scotia Kitchen Party with the Hopping Penguins, Clubhouse Patio and Lawn: Join us for a Maritime Kitchen Party! Dance the night away under a canopy of lights and cozy fireplaces with sailor’s favorite—The Hopping Penguins!
Thursday, July 13
• 7–11am: Breakfast at the Clubhouse
• 8:30am–4:30pm: Tartan Coffee—Mobile Espresso Bar, near Spar Loft: Serving organic locally roasted coffee selections and delicious fresh baked treats.
• 11am–2pm: Lunch at the Clubhouse
• 12–3pm: Complimentary Massages, Lawn by the pool: Drop by for a complimentary massage provided by the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy.
• 3:30–4:30pm: By invitation only, Commodore’s V.I.P. Reception, Clubhouse Patio
• 5–6:30pm: Prize Giving Ceremony, Spar Loft: Celebrate the camaraderie and shared achievement of racing 363 nautical miles from BYC to the RNSYS!
• 6:30pm–9pm: Marblehead Wrap BBQ & Party, Spar Loft: A Marblehead to Halifax Ocean Race to remember! What better way to celebrate sailors and supporters than with a BBQ featuring Live East Coast music to wrap up the week.
What’s on: Enjoy our 2 pools, canteen, complimentary kayaks for a leisurely paddle down the arm, lawn games, and more!
WRISTBAND PACKAGES
In Marblehead, competitors are able to purchase “wristbands” for ashore programs in both Marblehead and Halifax. Wristbands must be handed in at Yacht Services at RNSYS at which time tickets for the included breakfasts and dinner will be provided.