CALENDAR OF EVENTS
2026 Calendar
In addition to the events listed below, there may also be several impromptu events (Informal anchoring-out, cruises, movie nights, regattas, etc.,)
with announcement by email
March 28 - Season Launch wine and cheese party, auction and raffle - Shiplock Views rooftop clubhouse, 2801 E. Main Street, Richmond (details to follow)
April 11/12 - Gazebo social gathering - sailing skill building activities
April 25/26 - Earth Day weekend - Sails Up event helping each other put sails back on for the season; trash clean-up around the marina using kayaks, dinghies and canoes
May 2/3 - Blessing of the Fleet on May 2, brunch, Vessel Safety checks by US Coast Guard Auxiliary; more Sails Up days on afternoon of May 2 and May 3
May 15/16/17 - Friday Gazebo social gathering and Aeolus (where the wind blows) cruise to Mobjack Bay?
May 22-25 - Memorial Day cruise weekend, destination to be announced
June 5-7 - Aeolus Cruise, destination to be determined, pending the wind direction
June 19 - Gazebo social gathering
July 4 weekend - Cruise or cookout, depending upon heat index; Sail 250 Virginia activities?
July 17/18 - Gazebo social gathering on Friday; possible education session on Saturday, topic to be announced later
August 14/15 - Gazebo social gathering on Friday; possible education session on Saturday, topic to be announced later
September 4-7 - Labor Day weekend cruise, destination to be announced
October 2-4 - Turkey Shoot regatta, Rappahannock River
October 17 - Seafood feast at gazebos, details to follow
November 14 - Club annual meeting and chili cook-off at the gazebos; Sails Down event helping one another remove sails for the season
January 16 or 23 - Year End Rapp It Up party in Richmond; details and final date to follow
NOTE:
1) The above-mentioned events which are weather dependent are subject to change; informal anchor outs, cruises (short and long), regattas/races, movie nights, skill building and other activities may be announced throughout the year via email
2) Many of our events require RSVPs for planning purposes, so it is greatly appreciated by those planning the events for all members to RSVP in a timely manner
