Banderas Bay Regatta

Celebrating its Silver Anniversary, this year's Banderas Bay Regatta promises to be one to remember. 25 years ago a group of cruisers decided to create a fun competition for people who lived aboard their sailboats for long periods of time, but who still had the itch to compete in an organized racing format. The week-long event features a boat parade, three days of racing on the Bay, nightly parties with great food and live music, and ending with an awards ceremony, buffet dinner, and live music by Gypsy Rumba on the beach. Racing classes based on performance ratings keep the competition meaningful and fair.

Regatta organizers make every effort to balance competition and fun. Landlubbers who yearn to get back on the water will have an opportunity to crew on boats entered in the competition. Many skippers and crewmembers participate in the BBR again and again. Skippers who register to participate this year will receive a commemorative BBR XXV flag.

Special rates for slips in the Paradise Village Marina are available during the event. 

Wesmex

Wesmex International Small Boat Regatta includes Optimists, Lasers, Windsurfing, and C420.

Tenacatita Cruise-Out

Let's go cruising! This is a great opportunity to stretch your cruising legs and do a fun passage to one of the most picturesque places on the Central Mexican Coast. Join other adventurers along the way and at anchor in this popular cruising destination. Parties, dinners, games, and dinghy races will punctuate the kicked-back days in this tropical paradise. Arrangements are even being made for those who prefer to join the fun at the destination without getting there by boat! Stay tuned for more information about transportation and lodging for those who prefer to make the cruise by land!

Interested? Contact onthewater@vallartayachtclub.org 

J70 National Championship
Vallarta Yacht Club

Banderas Bay Blast

Banderas Bay Blast - Three days of sailing events sponsored by Latitude 38 Magazine, including a charity event, Pirates for Pupils. Dress up like a Pirate and join the Punta de Mita Yacht and Surf Club, it's only a dollar! Have fun sailing and contribute to a great charity, he school kids of Banderas Bay!

Ends up at Vallarta Yacht Club on 14 December, where we offer burgers, hot dogs, fries and beer for less than a doubloon. 

A limited number of free overnight slips are be available in Paradise Village if reserved in advance. Contact Paradise Village Marina for details and reservations.

Ready to join in the fun? Click here.