For more than half a century, Antigua Sailing Week has been one of the Caribbean’s most recognizable sailing events. For racers, it has meant tight courses off the south coast, competitive fleets, and long afternoons dissecting starts over cold drinks. […]
Antigua Sailing Week (ASW) is delighted to welcome Virgin Atlantic back as its Official Transatlantic Airline Sponsor for the 2026 edition of this well loved regatta, taking place April 22–26, 2026. After a brief hiatus, the renewed partnership marks a […]
It’s been some 40 years since Chuck Bayer sailed the stunning waters around Antigua when he was sailing on an Andrews 90-footer La Concorde. Since then, he’s been racking up championship titles around North America; he’s a 3-time North American Beneteau 36.7 […]
Antigua Sailing Week is proud to announce the launch of its annual School Art Competition, presented by Happy Kids, inviting students across Antigua and Barbuda to showcase their creativity while celebrating the spirit of discovery that defines the event. Now […]
Antigua Sailing Week (ASW) will turn up the rhythm on April 25th, with the launch of Riddim & Tides, a vibrant daytime celebration at stunning Ffryes Beach on the west coast of the island. Inspired by the Caribbean’s growing culture […]
2026 celebrates Antigua Sailing Week’s evolution into a relaxed, point-to-point cruising experience. The new format emphasizes cruise-in-company sailing and optional competitive elements. Mark your calendars now – April 22-26. Crews seeking the excitement of a start line and buoy roundings will […]
The organizers of the 57th Antigua Sailing Week, are pleased to unveil the 2026 Notice of Race for the regatta & rally which takes place April 22 – 26. Next year marks a significant evolution for the event, now reimagined as a 4-day destination sailing experience […]
The Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation and Investment is pleased to announce that a new vision for yachting in Antigua and Barbuda is beginning to take shape, building on the long-established brand of Antigua Sailing Weekand the island’s proud maritime […]
Antigua Sailing Week YouTube: https://youtu.be/Re1Jg1Qyipw?si=iA7SmkD5W9awDbrx Antigua Sailing Week 2025 was attended by two top-end offshore racing yachts from very different times. Launched in 1974, the 79 foot Kialoa III was all conquering on the world stage for many years. Today […]
Steve Rigby’s chartered J122 El Ocaso claims the Lord Nelson Trophy & CSA Racing 3 at Antigua Sailing Week © Paul Wyeth/pwpictures.com Antigua, May 3, 2025: After a week of intensely close racing, Steve Rigby’s chartered J/122 El Ocaso, triumphed […]
Another win in today’s racing for Caccia alla Volpe at Antigua Sailing Week © Paul Wyeth/pwpictures.com Antigua, May 2, 2025: The final day of racing at Antigua Sailing Week saw a return to steady winds of 10-12 knots that gradually […]
Jim Vos has been a longtime supporter of young Antiguan crew on his RP37 Warthog © Paul Wyeth/pwpictures.com Antigua, May 1, 2025: Racing at this year’s Antigua Sailing Week is so close that one-third of the classes started the penultimate […]
A pause in racing at Antigua Sailing Week meant Lay Day fun at Pigeon Point Beach © Paul Wyeth – pwpictures.com Antigua, May 1, 2025: After three days of racing and equal days of celebrating at Antigua Sailing Week, it […]
Superb conditions at Antigua Sailing Week © Paul Wyeth – pwpictures.com Antigua, April 29, 2025: Sailors ranging from newcomers to veterans of multiple America’s Cup campaigns enjoyed Caribbean sailing at its best in today’s racing at Antigua Sailing Week, with […]
Swan 58 WaveWalker won both her races today © Paul Wyeth – pwpictures.com Antigua, April 28, 2025: Varied conditions tested teams at Antigua Sailing Week today across a range of wind strengths, with the big boats enjoying adrenaline-pumping speeds of […]