Bermuda Sail Grand Prix

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UniqueGreat Sound
DatesDates TBA · Usually JuneCheck locally before booking
Duration7 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forUnusual spectacle, playful rulesThe Great Sound itself is the draw as much
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: BMD
CategoryUniqueFestival type
The story

Bermuda Sail Grand Prix in Great Sound

Foiling F50 catamarans hitting roughly 50 miles an hour race close to shore on Bermuda's Great Sound during the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix, a stop on the international SailGP circuit that first came to the island in SailGP's 2019 debut season. National teams sail identical boats, so racing comes down to crew skill rather than equipment. Bermuda's hosting has not run every single year, but the Great Sound's sheltered water and consistent wind keep it a sought-after venue.

Fifty-mile-an-hour catamarans skim across Bermuda's Great Sound on hydrofoils thin enough to look like they should not work, and doing exactly that in front of national teams and a stadium-style crowd is the premise of the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix, a stop on the international SailGP circuit.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The Great Sound itself is the draw as much as the racing: a broad, sheltered stretch of water close enough to shore that spectators can watch F50 catamarans foiling at high speed without binoculars, something few sailing venues worldwide can offer

02

The mystery stays covered

Identical boats across all national teams strip equipment advantage out of the results, so the racing is decided by crew tactics and boat-handling in real time, packaged into short, high-intensity races rather than the multi-hour or multi-day format typical of traditional yacht racing

03

The city starts moving

Bermuda's status as an original 2019-season SailGP venue, combined with its history hosting the 2017 America's Cup, gives the island unusual credibility within elite international sailing for a place its size

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Identical F50 boats racing under national team colors

Water and renewal

Living ritual

rather than boats built to different specifications

The sacred route

Living ritual

is the format's core and unchanging tradition across every SailGP venue

The local code

Living ritual

Bermuda included

Tradition 5

Living ritual

The Great Sound's role as a close-to-shore

Tradition 6

Living ritual

spectator-friendly racing arena has become part of Bermuda's broader sailing identity

Tradition 7

Living ritual

following directly from its earlier hosting of the 2017 America's Cup in the same waters

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually June

Getting around

Use the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.

What to wear

Casual outdoor spectator clothing suited to sun and wind; a hat, sunglasses and layers are sensible since conditions on the Great Sound's viewing areas can shift through the day. Comfortable...

Safety

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

Where to stay

Stay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

Tickets/cost

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

Language/currency

BMD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map32.28 N, 64.86 WOpen in Google Maps

Great Sound, Sandys/Great Sound, Bermuda

Nearest airportBDA — L.F. Wade
TransportUse the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.
Stay areaStay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

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External travel services to turn the plan into a trip — each opens in a new tab.

How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Great Sound via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Great Sound, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for June.Compare faresFestival gearCasual outdoor spectator clothing suited to sun and wind; a hat, sunglasses and layers are sensible since conditions on the Great Sound's viewing areas can shift through the day. Comfortable shoes help for walking between viewing zones.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Bermuda and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Bermuda Sail Grand Prix?

Bermuda Sail Grand Prix is listed for Past edition: 10–16 June 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Bermuda Sail Grand Prix take place?

The festival is listed in Great Sound, Bermuda. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

7 days 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?

Great Sound, Sandys/Great Sound, Bermuda

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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Official URLgotobermuda.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually June
Source statusOfficial source linked
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