18 Degrees Boat Race

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Sports & AdventureSandy Ground
DatesDates TBACheck locally before booking
DurationAnnualEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceUnlike most of Anguilla's named boat races
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: XCD
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

18 Degrees Boat Race in Sandy Ground

A recurring B Class racing series at Sandy Ground organized by the 18 Degrees Group across multiple dates from March through July, giving crews repeated competitive outings rather than a single fixed annual race. with the same organizing group also shaping Pioneers weekend and the season-opening Easter Warm Up.

The 18 Degrees races bring a dedicated B Class racing series to Sandy Ground under the organization of the 18 Degrees Group together with the North Hill and Sandy Ground communities, running not as a single fixture but as a recurring set of races spread across the season from March through July.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Unlike most of Anguilla's named boat races, which occur once a year on a single date, 18 Degrees spans multiple races across several months, letting B Class crews build season-long form and rivalry rather than settling everything in one afternoon

02

The mystery stays covered

The organizing group's broader role, also shaping Pioneers weekend and the Easter Warm Up, makes it one of the more consistently active forces behind Anguilla's traditional racing calendar

03

The city starts moving

That sustained, multi-month involvement makes 18 Degrees one of the more consistently active organizing forces on the island

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The 18 Degrees Group

Water and renewal

Living ritual

together with North Hill and Sandy Ground

The sacred route

Living ritual

has organized this recurring B Class series while also shaping other fixtures like Pioneers weekend and the Easter Warm Up

The local code

Living ritual

reflecting a broader

Tradition 5

Living ritual

sustained role in the island's racing calendar

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA

Getting around

For 18 Degrees Boat Race, plan transport around the exact Sandy Ground venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Beachfront casual attire suited to a day watching from Sandy Ground: sandals, sun protection and comfortable clothing.

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For 18 Degrees Boat Race, stay near the part of Sandy Ground you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

XCD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map18.20 N, 63.09 WOpen in Google Maps

Sandy Ground, Sandy Ground, Anguilla

Nearest airportSXM — Princess Juliana
TransportFor 18 Degrees Boat Race, plan transport around the exact Sandy Ground venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor 18 Degrees Boat Race, stay near the part of Sandy Ground you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is 18 Degrees Boat Race?

18 Degrees Boat Race is listed for Multiple months. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does 18 Degrees Boat Race take place?

The festival is listed in Sandy Ground, Anguilla. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Annual is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Sandy Ground, Sandy Ground, Anguilla

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA
Source statusOfficial source linked
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