Event· South Caicos· Other Caribbean
South Caicos Regatta (May)
21° 29.4′ N · 71° 31.9′ W · approximate
The island's big annual party since Queen Elizabeth II's 1966 visit on Britannia: traditional Caicos sloop races in the sheltered water off Conch Ground, donkey races, music and visitors from every island.
Practical
Coordinate approximate: off the Government Dock at Conch Ground. Held each May, around the end of the month (Noonsite, marinas.com). Expect the harbour to be busy with fishing yachts; book any shore accommodation early.
Best for
Island culture and sloop racing
Season
Late May
Nearby
- South Caicos port of entry (Cockburn Harbour)Right here
- Cockburn Harbour Anchorage (South Caicos)0.2 NM away
- Dolphin Grill (Ocean & Beach Resort, South Caicos)0.2 NM away
- Johnny's Grocery (Cockburn Harbour)0.2 NM away
- Boiling Hole & salinas (South Caicos)0.4 NM away
- Fisherman's Day (South Caicos, August)0.4 NM away
- Seaview Marina (South Caicos)0.4 NM away
- Seaview Supermarket (Cockburn Harbour)0.4 NM away