The new season is here, and 2026 is shaping up to be an outstanding year for the RS21 class. With world-class venues, major championships, and vibrant fleets across the globe, there’s plenty to get excited about. Here are five standout RS21 events to mark in your calendar for 2026.
RS21 European Championship (The RS Games)
When: 21-26 July 2026
Where: Travemünde, Germany
Part of the RS Games, the biggest celebration of RS classes held every four years, the RS21 European Championship promises spectacular racing and an unforgettable shoreside atmosphere at Travemünder Woche. With hundreds of RS sailors coming together in one place, this is a true festival of RS sailing and a must-attend event on the international calendar.
More Info: RS Games 2026
RS21 UK National Championship
When: 22-25 August 2026
Where: Royal Torbay Yacht Club, United Kingdom
The flagship event of the RS21 UK and Ireland Class calendar and the final event in the 2026 UK & IE series, this championship regularly attracts top-level teams from across the UK and beyond. Hosted by the renowned Royal Torbay Yacht Club, it’s set to deliver tight racing in one of the country’s best sailing venues.
More Info: RS21 UK & IE Class
RS Fest San Francisco Bay
When: 05-07 September 2026
Where: Richmond Yacht Club, California, United States of America
RS Fest goes west! After two successful years in Miami, RS Fest heads to the West Coast for 2026. This multi-class RS event will see sailors racing on the iconic waters of San Francisco Bay, with spectacular scenery and challenging conditions guaranteed.
More Info: RS Fest San Francisco Bay
RS21 Italian National Championship
When: 24-27 September 2026
Where: Yacht Club Toscana, Scarlinio, Italy
A major highlight of the European season, the Italian National Championship is Round 4 of the RS21 EuroCup and the finale (Act 5) of the RS21 Yamamay Cup. With consistently large fleets and high-level competition, this event showcases the strength of the Italian class and attracts teams from across Europe.
More Info: RS21 Italian Class
RS21 Canadian National Championship
When: 03-04 October 2026
Where: Bedford Basin Yacht Club, Bedford, Canada
The fourth event in the Canadian series, the RS21 CAN National Championship returns to Bedford Basin Yacht Club. With a record-turnout at the 2025 nationals at the same venue, the fleet is expected to grow from strength-to-strength with each season.
More Info: RS21 Canadian Class
RS21 World Championship
When: 28-31 October 2026
Where: Yacht Club De Cannes, France
Prestige meets world-class racing at the pinnacle of the RS21 International Calendar. Set on the glamorous French Riviera, the 2026 RS21 World Championship welcomes teams from across the globe to compete for the ultimate title. Four days of intense one-design racing, exceptional organisation, and unforgettable surroundings await. Will you #jointherevolution?
More Info: RS21 International Class
A Growing Global Class
With fleets building worldwide, the RS21 class continues to go from strength to strength. While these five events are among the highlights of 2026, there’s a packed schedule of racing happening at national and international level throughout the year.
For the full 2026 RS21 calendar – including the EuroCup, Italian Yamamay Series, UK & IE Cup, Dutch Nationals, Canadian activity, Polish Match Tour, and more – visit the RS21 International Class Website.
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