Day 2: AROUND THE ISLAND DELIVERS HIGH-SPEED ACTION AT THE 46TH ST. MAARTEN HEINEKEN REGATTA
March 6, 2026 — The legendary Around the Island Race returned in spectacular fashion on Day 2 of the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta, delivering thrilling tactics, high speeds, and unforgettable moments on the water. Sailors were greeted with another near-perfect Caribbean race day, as steady trade winds held between 18-20+ knots under clear skies, setting the stage for one of the most iconic races of the regatta.
Day 1: BIG BREEZE AND BIG MOMENTS KICK OFF RACING AT THE 46TH ST. MAARTEN HEINEKEN REGATTA
March 5, 2026 — It was a dramatic start to the first day of racing as teams made their way to the start areas in Simpson Bay and Cole Bay this morning to kick off the 46th edition of the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta. As sailors shook out sails ahead of the first warning signal at 09:40, dark skies rolled in and a massive Caribbean squall swept across the island, briefly engulfing the fleet in sheets of rain and powerful gusts.
DAY 0: 100 BOATS AND 38 NATIONS GATHER FOR THE 46TH ST. MAARTEN HEINEKEN REGATTA
March 4, 2026 — Excitement for the 46th edition of the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta is in full force as teams made their way to the Port de Plaisance Regatta Village for Registration Day, officially kicking off anticipation for four days of world-class racing and “Serious Fun.”
Travelers, Transportation & Island Energy Power the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta
March 3, 2026 — It takes a whole island to put on the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta, and when March arrives, the island moves in rhythm with the boats, from March 5-8, 2026.
