Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta 2026

Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta

Celebrate the birthday of the City of Sails as hundreds of vessels take to the water under sail, steam and paddle power in one of the world’s biggest – and most historic – one-day regattas.

With vessels of all shapes and sizes taking part all over the city, it’s the biggest one-day regatta in the world, enjoyed by spectators, gathered on the Westhaven breakwater.

The program of event includes:

– a Keelboat harbour race, with Classic divisions

– a Classic launch harbour race