Countdown to Lambay Races in Just Over Two Weeks!
The countdown is on for one of the most anticipated fixtures on the Dublin Bay sailing summer — the Lambay Races, taking place over two action-packed days of the June Bank Holiday Weekend on Saturday 31 May and Sunday 1 June, at Howth Yacht Club.
First staged in 1904, the Lambay Races have long held a special place in the Irish sailing calendar. Unique in their format, they offer keelboats of all types a taste of the offshore racing experience — a rare and thrilling opportunity for crews of all levels. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or a first-time racer, this is your chance to be part of a spirited tradition.
This year’s edition, proudly supported by Fingal County Council, Kinetica Sports and Lambay Whiskey, promises a vibrant blend of tradition and celebration. Saturday racing will start the action and follow the traditional Lambay Island course. A full race program follows on Sunday 1st June with windward-leeward racing for Classes 0/1/2/3 and sports boats, as well as round the cans racing for White Sails.
This return to a two-day regatta has been warmly welcomed by all who relish the combination of thrilling races, après sail festivities, and Howth Yacht Club's renowned hospitality. It has already sparked strong interest from the burgeoning Sports Boats Fleet, promising a spectacular weekend of competitive sailing over the June bank holiday.
And the excitement doesn’t stop on the water. Onshore, the club will come alive on Saturday with a live DJ to get the party started, followed by an electric performance from Jaker Band, widely renowned for their high-energy live sets.
Event Chairman Phil Merry shared that Howth is expecting to welcome 100 boats to the Lambay Races with entries filling up fast and closing on Friday 23 May.