Community events
Explore a snapshot of what’s on the go across the Scottish sailing community this year, with clubs, classes, associations, and organisations delivering a wide range of activity afloat.
Please note the events listed below are not organised by RYA Scotland. Make sure to check event details directly with the organising authority through their official website or event page to ensure accuracy. RYA Scotland does not take responsibility for the content on third party sites.
Alongside the snapshot of open events listed below, you can also explore full programmes from the Clyde Yacht Clubs Association (CYCA) and the Forth Yacht Clubs Association (FYCA) online.
The RYA’s ‘Where’s My Nearest’ tool is another great way to find clubs or centres near you, many of which publish their own full event calendars that are well worth checking out.
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ILCA Scotland Traveller
Organised by: Prestwick Sailing Club
Location: Prestwick
Date: 04-05 July, 2026
Event type: Dinghy
Royal Findhorn Cadet Week
Organised by: Royal Findhorn Yacht Club
Location: Findhorn
Date: 06-10 July, 2026
Event type: Dinghy
Autism On The Water Regatta
Organised by: Autism on the Water
Location: Lochgilphead
Date: 10 July, 2026
Event type: Keelboat
International Moth Lowrider
Organised by: Loch Lomond Sailing Club
Location: Millarochy
Date: 11-12 July, 2026
Event type: Dinghy
Clipper Round The World Race Stopover
Organised by: Clipper Round The World Race
Location: Oban
Date: 10-19 July, 2026
Event type: Spectator
Tummel Up and Dun
Organised by: Loch Tummel Sailing Club
Location: Loch Tummel
Date: 25 July, 2026
Event type: Dinghy
West Highland Yachting Week
Organised by: West Highland Yachting Week
Location: Oban
Date: 25-31 July, 2026
Event type: Keelboat
Dart 18 TT & Scottish Dart 18 Championships
Organised by: Royal Tay Yacht Club
Location: Dundee
Date: 01-2 August, 2026
Event type: Dinghy
UK Optimist Nationals
Organised by: IOCA UK / Largs Sailing Club
Location: Largs
Date: 02-07 August, 2026
Event type: Dinghy
Scottish Fin & Foil Championships
Organised by: Scottish Fin & Foil
Location: Stranraer
Date: 03-09 August, 2026
Event type: Windsurf
Largs Regatta Festival
Organised by: Largs Regatta Festival
Location: Largs
Date: 21-30 August, 2026
Event type: Dinghy and Keelboat
707 Scottish Championships
Organised by: 707 Class Association
Location: Largs
Date: 22–23 August 2026
Event type: Keelboat
Millennium Link 25th Anniversary Flotilla
Organised by: Scottish Canals
Location: Auchinstarry Marina/The Falkirk Wheel
Date: 29-30 August, 2026
Event type: Open to all vessels* (vessels must pre-registered for safety purposes)
*We advise checking any vessel restrictions directly with Scottish Canals
Loch Lomond Sailing Club Dinghy Weekend
Organised by: Loch Lomond Sailing Club
Location: Millarochy
Date: 05-06 September, 2026
Event type: Dinghy
Noble Marine UK Musto Skiff Championship
Organised by: Musto Skiff Class
Location: East Lothian Yacht Club
Date: 10-13 September, 2026
Event type: Dinghy
Sailingfast ILCA 4, 6 & 7 National Open 4
Organised by: ILCA UK
Location: East Lothian Yacht Club
Date: 26-27 September, 2026
Event type: Dinghy
707 Sprint Championships
Organised by: 707 Class Association/Port Edgar Yacht Club
Location: Port Edgar
Date: 03-04 October, 2026
Event type: Keelboat
Loch Lomond Sailing Club Keelboat Weekend
Organised by: Loch Lomond Sailing Club
Location: Millarochy
Date: 03-04 October, 2026
Event type: Keelboat
Tiree Wave Classic
Organised by: British Wavesailing Association
Location: Tiree
Date: 10-16 October, 2026
Event type: Windsurf