2025 Event Schedule

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

Thursday, July 3

  • 10am–4pm: Race Registration open in BYC Yardarm. All racers must check-in.
  • 10am–4pm: Hospitality Desk open in Clubhouse Main Lounge (purchase additional wristbands here).
  • 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.
  • 8am–5pm: Hospitality Desk open in BYC Yardarm (purchase additional wristbands here).
  • 6pm–8pm: Buffet dinner for all race participants (wristband event) under the tent. Additional guest tickets are available at the hospitality 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 serving until 10 PM.

Saturday, July 5

  • 7:30–9:30am: Continental breakfast, BYC Main Clubhouse, First floor (wristband event).
  • 8am–4pm: 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 and East Regiment Beer Co. 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).
  • 5–8pm: Gazebo Grille & Bar open.

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

Sunday, July 6

  • 7:30–9:30am: Continental breakfast, BYC Main Clubhouse, First floor (wristband event).
  • 8am–9:30am: Race Registration open in BYC Yardarm.
  • 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.

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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