Great Schooner Race Sails In July 8th

Rockland, Maine - Sailing in July 8th is the 45th annual Great Schooner Race which starts and finishes at the Rockland Breakwater in Rockland, Maine.

Great Schooner Race is the largest gathering of traditional schooners in America.

Full Schedule:

Thursday, July 7

Late afternoon (by 5 pm) sail into Rockland Harbor in a parade of sail past the

Rockland Breakwater Lighthouse, anchoring in the north end of the harbor behind the breakwater. All vessels welcome. Informal small boat races and salty competitions.

Race Day: Friday, July 8

8:00 — Captains’ Meeting, to decide on the race course and go over the rules of the race, aboard the Victory Chimes.  

11:00+ — Race begins at the Rockland Breakwater (classes TBD).

2:00+ — Race finish at Rockland Breakwater.

3:00+ — Anchor in Rockland Harbor’s south end. Shore trips for passengers to tour the Sail, Power, and Steam Museum, dunk tank, appetizers/beer, and live music (provided by Hadacol Bouncers).

5:00 — Awards Ceremony.

7:00 — Guests will return to their respective vessels for dinner and the evening.

(+) The start and finish of the race are weather-dependent. The race may be delayed due to windy/thunderstorm weather or canceled entirely due to unsafe/inclement weather.

Best place to enjoy and watch the start and finish is the Rockland Breakwater.