The 2025 Festival of Sails is fast approaching, taking place from January 25–27. It’s shaping up to be our biggest festival yet, with fantastic regatta participation and thousands of people already pre-registering for tickets. Here’s everything you need to know as an RGYC member:
Member Priority Tickets Now Available
As an RGYC member, you can now claim your 2 complimentary tickets before they’re released to the public on Monday. Use your RGYC Member Number as your access code through Humanitix to secure your tickets.
Extended Regatta Entries – Last Chance to Join!
Due to popular demand, we’ve extended regatta entries until midnight this Sunday, and the late entry fee has been waived. Don’t miss your chance to represent RGYC in this iconic event—register now!
Come & Try Sailing – 300+ Registrations!
We’re thrilled to announce that over 300 people have signed up for our Come & Try Sailing sessions on the RS21s during the Festival.
“We’re ecstatic by the volume of sign-ups and are excited to expose so many members of the Geelong community to the sport of sailing,” said Drew Malcolm, RGYC Sailing & Boating Manager.
Call for Volunteers & Working Bee
We’re still looking for volunteers to help make the Festival a success—register via our website.
In preparation for the big event, we’re hosting a Working Bee on Saturday, January 18. This is a crucial day to get the Club ready for the festivities, and we’d love as many hands as possible to assist. Get ready for an unforgettable Festival of Sails! We look forward to seeing you on and off the water. 🌊 ⛵