Event· Exuma Cays
George Town Cruising Regatta
23° 31.5′ N · 75° 44.8′ W
The biggest cruiser social event in the Bahamas — about 2.5 weeks of volleyball, beach golf, bocce, poker run, boat races, variety show and a costume closing party, based at Chat N Chill. Running since about 1982; you race your own cruising boat.
Practical
IMPORTANT: this is NOT primarily a March event. VERIFIED: 16 Feb - 3 Mar 2026; 18 Feb - 4 Mar 2025. A pure-March itinerary catches only the tail — small boat races, beach golf, dinghy parade and closing ceremonies. 2027 dates not announced; expect a similar mid-Feb to early-Mar window. IN-PERSON REGISTRATION ONLY at Chat N Chill around 10:00 on the Wednesday of week one — bring exact change, cash. Fees $10-40 per event. Race commentary historically VHF 74; daily Cruisers' Net VHF 72.
Best for
Instant community and low-key racing
Nearby
- March crowding in Elizabeth Harbour0.4 NM away
- Kiteboarding and wing foiling — March conditions0.5 NM away
- Chat N Chill Beach Bar and Grill0.6 NM away
- Hurricane Holes 1, 2 and 3, Stocking Island0.6 NM away
- Pirates Lair Cave and Trails0.6 NM away
- Stingrays at Chat N Chill0.6 NM away
- Volleyball Beach Anchorage0.6 NM away
- Angelfish Blue Hole0.7 NM away