BDA AGM and Dinner 2026

Royal Thames Yacht Club 60 Knightsbridge, London, United Kingdom

Friday 23rd January 2026, 6.30 – 11.30 pm, Royal Thames Yacht Club, Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7LF The British Dragon Association (BDA) AGM and annual dinner return to the elegant Royal Thames Yacht Club for another evening of celebration, camaraderie, and reflection. Following the success of last year’s memorable event, members and guests will gather in […]

Dragon Gold Cup 2026

Puerto Portals 07181, Portals Nous, Mallorca, Spain

For the first time in its history, Puerto Portals will host the prestigious Dragon Gold Cup, one of the most important regattas on the international sailing calendar. From 14 to 21 March 2026, the world’s top Dragon Class teams will gather in the heart of the Mediterranean for a week of high-level competition, exceptional social events, and […]

Northern Dragon Championship 2026

South Caernarvonshire Yacht Club The Headland, Abersoch, Gwynedd, United Kingdom

The South Caernarvonshire Yacht Club, Abersoch, will once again host the annual Northern Dragon Championship. 

2026 Dragon Classic and Vintage Championship

Aldeburgh Yacht Club Slaughden Road, Aldeburgh, United Kingdom

The 2026 Dragon Classic and Vintage Championship will run alongside the Aldeburgh Dragon Open, hosted by Aldeburgh Yacht Club. Classic, vintage and modern Dragons will come together to race on the River Alde.   

European Dragon Championship 2026

Nyländska Jaktklubben Helsinki, Finland

Since 1929, Dragons have competed for this prestigious title. This year, the spectacle arrives in the heart of Helsinki, surrounded by the stunning Baltic Sea archipelago.

Cowes Week 200th Anniversary

Cowes Week 2026 marks an extraordinary milestone, as the week-long regatta celebrates its bicentenary year. With 200 years of British history, royal association and international participation under its belt, it's a remarkable testament to the popularity of Cowes as a sailing destination and to the longevity of the largest and longest-running sailing regatta of its […]

Marblehead Trophy 2026

Royal Yacht Squadron The Castle, Cowes, Isle of Wight

MARBLEHEAD TROPHY 2026 The Royal Yacht Squadron proposes to host Bluebottle’s defence of the Marblehead Trophy in Cowes between 23rd and 25th August 2026, following on from the Edinburgh Cup: UK Grand Prix on 18th to 21st August.  Any recognised Yacht Club represented by one Dragon only can challenge for the Marblehead Trophy in 2026.  Challenges […]

East Coast Dragon Championship 2026

Medway Yacht Club Lower Upnor, Kent, United Kingdom

Medway Yacht Club will host the 2026 East Coast Dragon Championship, welcoming local and travelling Dragons from across Medway, Burnham and Aldeburgh. 

Scottish Dragon Championship 2026

Royal Forth Yacht Club The Royal Forth Yacht Club Middle Pier, Granton Harbour,, Edinburgh., Scotland, United Kingdom

Rounding out the year's regional Dragon regattas, the Royal Forth Yacht Club will host the 2026 Scottish Dragon Championship. 

Asia Pacific Cup

Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club Kellett Island,, Causeway Bay,, Hong Kong

The Asia Pacific Cup is the warm-up event for the 2027 Dragon World Championship in Hong Kong. 

2027 Dragon World Championship

Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club Kellett Island,, Causeway Bay,, Hong Kong

"It is with great pride that I invite you to Hong Kong, home to the third-oldest Dragon fleet, for our inaugural World Championship. We believe the time is right for Dragon sailors to experience the exceptional sailing conditions and vibrant culture of the Pearl of the Orient." — Lowell Chang (HKG), Vice Patron at RHKYC, […]

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