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THE YACHT SALES CO SAIL PARADISE 2026
Australia’s spectacular offshore sailing regatta, The Yacht Sales Co Sail Paradise will return in 2026 and for the first time incorporate the Australian Yachting Championships! Mark your calendar for October 2-5, the Queensland Kings Birthday Long Weekend
SAIL PARADISE 2026
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HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2026
The Yacht Sales Co. Sail Paradise returned to the Gold Coast in 2026 for three days of racing, this year incorporating the Australian Yachting Championships and bringing together an exciting mix of high-performance yachts, Sports Boats and some of Australia’s leading sailing talent.
From windward-leeward racing to passage courses stretching along the coastline towards Burleigh and Surfers Paradise, the fleet delivered spectacular racing against the iconic Gold Coast skyline. Highlights included the 144-foot superyacht SY Encore joining the action offshore, fast-paced Sports Boats flying alongside some of the fleet’s largest yachts, and more than 10 sailors under 21 taking on skippering and crewing roles throughout the regatta.
Onshore, Sail Paradise brought competitors, supporters and partners together at Southport Yacht Club, kicking off with the TREX Welcome Party and continuing with presentations and celebrations across the long weekend.
Catch all the coverage, onwater photos, videos and aerial drone footage on our MEDIA page.
2026 is proudly supported by Experience Gold Coast, Dufour Yachts,TREX Decking and Railing, Club Marine, Lion Nathan/XXXX beer, Australian Sailing and of course the South Pacific’s premier boat broker, The Yacht Sales Co.
SPECTACULAR OFFSHORE SAILING THIS OCTOBER 3rd – 5th
We proudly welcome you to consider The Yacht Sales Co Sail Paradise Regatta 2026. Southport Yacht Club’s 17th signature offshore regatta is to be held October 3rd – 5th over the Kings Birthday Long Weekend in Queensland!
In 2026, Sail Paradise will for the first time incorporate the Australian Yachting Championships, showcasing world-class offshore racing along the Gold Coast’s stunning coastline. Brought to you by the Organising Authority of the GCCM Gold Coast to Mackay Yacht Race, Southport Yacht Club, Sail Paradise continues to grow as one of Australia’s most spectacular offshore regattas.
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