October 23–25, 2026
Celebrating its 30th edition, the Caribbean’s premier dinghy championship returns to St. Maarten with three days of racing and regional rivalry. Hosted by the St. Maarten Yacht Club (SMYC), the competition includes Optimist, ILCA 4, 6 and 7, RS Zest, RS Quest and Sun Fast 20 classes, with Antigua defending six straight Nations Cup titles. “We are excited to welcome sailors, coaches, officials, families, and supporters from across the Caribbean to experience the hospitality, competitive spirit, and exceptional sailing conditions that make St. Maarten such a special venue,” says Saskia Revelman, SMYC manager. “With Team St. Maarten competing on home waters, we’re looking forward to an exciting championship and hope this will be the year the Nations Cup stays in St. Maarten.”
www.smyc.com/caribbean-dinghy-championship
From the October 2026 issue of ALL AT SEA, by Carol M. Bareuther.
