2025 Event Schedule

For events which require a wristband, purchase wristbands in advance on Yachtscoring under Event purchases.

Thursday, July 3

  • 10am–12pm: Race Registration open in BYC Yardarm. All racers must check-in. (purchase wristbands here).
  • 10am–4pm: Hospitality Desk open in Clubhouse Main Lounge
  • 5pm–6:30pm: Commodore’s Reception, Boston Yacht Club Trophy Room, advanced invitation required.
  • 6pm–11pm: MHOR Racer’s Soirée at The Beacon, 123 Pleasant St., Marblehead. Band begins at 8pm. Everyone welcome!

Friday, July 4

  • 8am–5pm: Race Registration open in BYC Yardarm (purchase additional wristbands here).
  • 8am–5pm: Hospitality Desk open in BYC Yardarm.
  • 6pm–8pm: Buffet dinner for all race participants (wristband event) under the tent. Additional guest tickets are available at the registration desk.
  • 9pm (approx.): Town of Marblehead Harbor Illumination and Fireworks display (https://marbleheadfire.works). Check website for optimal viewing locations.

BYC Members can enjoy exclusive access to the BYC Gazebo Grille on July 4. The BYC Gazebo Bar welcomes everyone (21+) and will be closing at 10 PM.

Saturday, July 5

  • 7:30–9:30am: Continental breakfast, BYC Main Clubhouse, First floor (wristband event).
  • 8am–9:30am: Race Registration open in BYC Yardarm.
  • 8am–4pm: Hospitality Desk open in Clubhouse Main Lounge.
  • 11:30am: Skipper’s Meeting in BYC Tent.
  • 12–2pm: Regular lunch service available in clubhouse. Reservations highly encouraged.
  • 5pm–6:30pm: Race Officers’ Reception by advanced invitation.
  • 6:30–7:30pm: Goslings Rum, Currently Wine and East Regiment Beer tastings under the tent (Wristband event, 21+, bring ID).
  • 6:30–8:30pm: Buffet dinner for all race participants under the tent. Additional guest tickets available at the hospitality desk. (Wristband event)
  • 7pm–10pm: Music & party under the tent with The Hot Tub Piranhas (Wristband event).

BYC Members can enjoy exclusive access to the BYC Gazebo Grille on July 5. The BYC Gazebo Bar welcomes everyone (21+) and will be closing at 10 PM.

Sunday, July 6

  • 7:30–9:30am: Continental breakfast, BYC Main Clubhouse, First floor (wristband event).
  • 8am–9:30am: Hospitality Desk open in Clubhouse Main Lounge.
  • 12:55pm: Warning signal for the first start off Marblehead Neck (See spectator info).
  • 12pm–dusk: Outdoor Gazebo Grille & Bar open.
  • 3-5pm: BYC Volunteer Appreciation under the tent.

Monday, July 7

  • 11:30am–9pm: Food & Beverage Service at the RNSYS Clubhouse

Tuesday, July 8

  • 8am–11am: Breakfast at the Clubhouse
  • 10am: Mini Marblehead Race – Watch our up-and-coming junior sailors race, starting from The Waegwaltic to The Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron.
  • 11am–2pm: Lunch at the Clubhouse
  • 5pm–9pm: Dinner at the Clubhouse

Wednesday, July 9

  • 8am–11am: Breakfast at the Clubhouse
  • 8am–2pm: Tartan Coffee – Mobile Espresso Bar near the Spar Loft (Serving organic locally roasted coffee and delicious fresh baked treats)
  • 11am–2pm: Lunch at the Clubhouse
  • 12:30pm–3pm: Massages near the Clubhouse Pool (Complimentary massages provided by the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy)
  • 4pm–6pm: Taste of the Maritimes on the Clubhouse Patio & Lawn – Complimentary tasting of authentic Maritime food and drinks, plus a jam session for sailors, guests, and members
  • 6pm–8pm: Dinner Buffet at the Clubhouse Patio
  • 6pm–10pm: Nova Scotia Kitchen Party on the Clubhouse Patio & Lawn – Step into a true East Coast celebration with Merimac on stage, music, dancing, and Maritime hospitality under the stars

Thursday, July 10

  • 8am–11am: Breakfast at the Clubhouse
  • 8am–2pm: Tartan Coffee – Mobile Espresso Bar near the Spar Loft
  • 11am–2pm: Lunch at the Clubhouse
  • 12:30pm–3pm: Massages near the Clubhouse Pool (Complimentary massages provided by the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy)
  • 2pm–4pm: Crew Pool Party at the Clubhouse Pool – Swim, relax, or enjoy music from our local DJ
  • 3:30pm–4:30pm: Commodore’s Reception (Invite Only) on the Saraguay Patio
  • 5pm–6:30pm: Prize Giving Ceremony at the Saraguay – Celebrate the camaraderie and achievement of racing 363 nautical miles from BYC to RNSYS
  • 6:30pm–9pm: Wrap Party and BBQ at the Saraguay – Good vibes, great music, and a sizzling BBQ to toast the race and the memories made

What’s On at the Squadron: Enjoy our two pools, canteen, complimentary kayaks for a leisurely paddle down the arm, lawn games, and a scenic walk in the Shaw Wilderness Park just across the road.

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