Pittwater Regatta
7 - 9 February 2025
Welcome to the Pittwater Regatta 2025
Friday 7 to Sunday 9 February 2025
RPAYC is proud to welcome Pantaenius as the naming rights sponsor for the 3 day regatta with the continued support from Sydney Marine Brokerage for the NSW ORC Championship.
The Pittwater Regatta originated back in 1888 and has seen a variation of race formats, classes and challenges. Today the regatta is held annually in February and held over 3-days. It is a regatta for all sailors, offering a multitude of race formats, course areas and classes.
The very popular 5 Heads Challenge Race is on Saturday – with a stunning 20nm mile race through Pittwater and Broken Bay at the entrance to Hawkesbury River.
There will be fun, games, and music onshore throughout the regatta.
Enter below for this thrilling weekend of racing on Pittwater and Broken Bay.
Day 1 highlights 2025
NEW for 2025 – Australian Sports Boat Association – Australian Championship and Sydney 38 OD NSW Championship
The Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta is a 3 day regatta, including the NSW ORC Championship, Pittwater Cup Series and the 2025 Australian Sports Boat National Championship.
- The NSW ORC Championship, supported by Sydney Marine Brokerage, will be held from 7 to 9 February and consists of an offshore passage race, offshore windward/leeward racing, and inshore racing.
- On Saturday, 8, and Sunday, 9 February, the Pittwater Cup Series will take place. The Pittwater Cup Series will include racing in Pittwater and the Estuary (Broken Bay), with ORC and PHS scoring for divisions.
- The 2025 Australian Sports Boat Championship will be held over 3 days.
- The Sydney 38 NSW Championship will be held over 2 days.
- The Grand Soleil Yachts Cup will be held over 2 days
There will be live entertainment for crews, families and friends, to enjoy their time onshore after racing! Special Prizes open to all, Modus Pop-Up Bar & Specials Beer of the Weekend and ‘Halyards’ Bar and Bistro will be open throughout the regatta serving breakfast through to dinner. Saturday evening sees a Crew party and BBQ, book tickets below. Following racing on Sunday afternoon, there will be a presentation to crown the winners of all divisions!
Friday 7 February 2025
- Breakfast available, from 0800hrs
- Race Briefing, 0930hrs
- Registration 0900 – 1000hrs
- ORC NSW Championship, 1 x Offshore Passage race, 1155hrs
- Australian Sport Boat Series, 3 x W/L inshore, Race Briefing 1000hrs. Race 1130hrs
- Post race – Boat of Day Presentation and $100 Coffee Draw
- Halyards Bistro open post-race, bar snacks & dinner
- Live Music with Emma Salisbury 5pm – 7pm
Saturday 8 February 2025
- Breakfast is available, from 0730hrs
- Pittwater Cup Race Briefing, 1000hrs
- ORC NSW Championship, 2 x inshore races, 1130hrs
- Sydney 38 NSW Championship, 3 x W/L inshore, 1100hrs
- Pittwater Cup Series & Super 40 Series, Broken Bay 5 Heads Race, 1200hrs
- Australian Sports Boat Series, Broken Bay 5 Heads Race, 1200hrs
- Post race – Boat of the Day Presentation Winners, & $100 Coffee Barrel Draw
- Modus Pop-Up Can Bar
- Post-race Regatta BBQ – Tickets available at Halyards Bistro. Pre-purchased tickets available for collection from reception
- Spinnaker Hoisting Competition (post racing)
- Post race, DJ Mac Vibes 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Sunday 9 February 2025
- Breakfast is available, from 0800hrs
- $100 Coffee Draw, 0930hrs
- ORC NSW Championship, 3 x Windward/Leeward races, Palm Beach Circle, 1130hrs
- Pittwater Cup, 2 x inshore races, 1130hrs
- Australian Sports Boat Series 3 x W/L inshore races, 1130hrs
- Super 40 Series, 2 x W/L inshore & 1 long passage race, 1130hrs
- Sydney 38 NSW Championship, 3 x W/L offshore, 1130hrs
- Modus Pop-Up Can Bar
- Post race celebration – Presentation
- Music 4:00pm – 9:30pm
Regatta Entry
Australian Sports Boat National Titles
Pittwater Cup Series
Race Documents & Notices
Latest News
ORC NSW Championship Day 3 Highlights
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A mix of conditions decide ORC NSW Championship and Pittwater Regatta 2024
MEDIA RELEASE 11 February, 2024 A mix of conditions decide ORC NSW Championship and Pittwater Regatta A light weather day on the water helped decide the final outcomes of both the ORC NSW Championship, supported by Sydney Marine Brokerage and the Pittwater Regatta, organised by Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club
ORC NSW Championship and Pittwater Regatta in full swing with spectacular conditions and wild rides
MEDIA RELEASE 10 February, 2024 ORC NSW Championship and Pittwater Regatta in full swing with spectacular conditions and wild rides Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club’s (RPAYC) ORC NSW Championship, supported by Sydney Marine Brokerage, entered its second day today, while the Pittwater Regatta got underway in full swing at Pittwater
ORC NSW Championship Day 2 Highlights
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ORC NSW Championship Day 1 Highlights
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Conditions test the best at ORC NSW Championship 2024
MEDIA RELEASE 9 February, 2024 Conditions test the best at ORC NSW Championship Day 1 of the ORC NSW Championship conducted by Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (RPAYC), was a testing Passage Race; competitors describing conditions as lumpy, bumpy, and shifty with plenty of current. Division 1 went to David
Race Documents, Entry & Results
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Official Notice Board
Further Event Information
Visitor Parking
Visitor parking is available in the Crystal Bay Car Park. Access the carpark via Crystal Street, Newport.
There is a walkway through the Crystal Bay hardstand area to access the club.
- Narrabeen Sport and Recreation
- Metro Mirage, discount for competitors
- Airbnb’s – House accommodation for families
- Checkers Resort and Conference Centre, Terrey Hills
- Miramare Gardens, Terrey Hills
- Terrey Hills Caravan Park & Cabins
- Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park – Narrabeen
- Manly Beach Sebel (Accor Hotels)
- Novotel Manly Pacific
- Palm Beach Apartments & Bed and Breakfast
- Avalon Backpackers Hostel
- Pittwater Eco YHA (youth hostel)
- Narrabeen Sands Hotel
Enquiries & Contacts
Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club
Contact RPAYC for further information regarding facilities, and for sponsorship and marketing opportunities.
16 Mitala Street, Newport NSW 2106
Phone: +61 2 9998 3700
Email: sailing@rpayc.com.au