The Notice of Race for the 41st Hamilton Island Race Week is live, opening entries for Australia’s premier offshore sailing regatta which will take place 15-22 August 2026. Early bird entries are open until 31 December 2025, offering reduced fees. Nautilus Marine Insurance is a proud partner of Race Week, which continues to draw yachties and spectators with its signature mix of thrilling on-water action and amazing on-shore events.

“Hamilton Island Race Week is a celebration of sailing, camaraderie and this remarkable place in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef,” says Nick Dowling, CEO, Hamilton Island. “After an unforgettable 40th year, entries for 2026 are now open and we encourage skippers from around Australia and the world to take advantage of the early-bird window.”

Visit hamiltonislandraceweek.com.au

Photography by Salty Dingo courtesy of Hamilton Island.

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