Gosport Regatta

Restoring a Sailing Tradition in 19th Century Style

Saturday, June 9 to Sunday, June 10

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The third annual Gosport Regatta will set sail from the start line in the Piscataqua River basin on Saturday, June 9, at 11:00 a.m. Race classes include cruising, racing, and J-24, as well as a team cup for yacht clubs entering three or more boats.

The centerpiece of this new conference features a sail race that was first hosted in 1874 and carries the tradition of winning the Oceanic Cup, first won by the original yacht “America.” Follow the race from the starting line on the M/V Thomas Laighton and come ashore in time for lunch, entertainment by the Funky Divas and best views of the finish line. The awards reception and dinner bring race crews and spectators together in the Oceanic Hotel dining room. A lecture on New Hampshire’s maritime history will be presented on Sunday following brunch with the Kat Gang Jazz Band.

How to register

To purchase a ticket and register for the Gosport Regatta please visit GosportRegatta.org.

Ticket prices

Spectator Ticket – $75.00
Spectator Ticket includes round-trip cruise on m/v Thomas Laighton, light lunch and awards banquet reception in Oceanic Dining Room.

Spectator Ticket with overnight lodging – $170.00
Includes a spectator ticket plus overnight lodging with Sunday Jazz Brunch.

Racer Ticket – $35.00 plus boat registration fee
Racer Ticket includes Friday evening reception and Saturday awards banquet reception in Oceanic Dining Room.

Racer Ticket with overnight lodging – $145.00 plus boat registration fee
Includes a racer ticket plus overnight lodging and Sunday Jazz Brunch.

Lodging for Gosport Regatta

New this year: There are a limited number of rooms available for Saturday evening on Star Island. Room reservations include Sunday Jazz Brunch and transportation back to Portsmouth via the M/V Thomas Laighton.

Overnight guests will be housed in cottages and “motel-style” units separate from the main hotel. Most rooms have two twin beds and private toilets and sinks. Some rooms have shared bathrooms.