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The Baltimore City Yacht Association (BCYA) organizes three named regattas plus a weekly racing series on the Chesapeake Bay in and around Baltimore Harbor. According to the BCYA homepage, the 2026 schedule lists the Ice Breaker on April 18, the Race to Baltimore on July 18, and the Baltimore Harbor Cup on October 17, with Tuesday Night Racing running from April 21 through October 20.
BCYA's 2026 Race Calendar
| Event | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| BCYA Ice Breaker | April 18, 2026 | Season-opening regatta |
| Tuesday Night Racing | April 21 – October 20, 2026 | Weekly series across the season |
| Race to Baltimore | July 18, 2026 | Mid-season regatta |
| Baltimore Harbor Cup | October 17, 2026 | Late-season regatta |
What Each Event Is
Ice Breaker
The Ice Breaker opens BCYA's racing season in April. It is the first scheduled event on the 2026 calendar, positioned before the Tuesday Night Racing series begins.
Tuesday Night Racing
This is BCYA's recurring weekly series rather than a single event. The 2026 season spans April 21 through October 20, covering roughly six months of Tuesday evening racing. The homepage notes the season was "coming soon" at the time of publication, so check the site for registration and start details as the date approaches.
Race to Baltimore
Held in mid-July, this regatta sits at the center of the season, between the start of Tuesday Night Racing and the fall Harbor Cup.
Baltimore Harbor Cup
The Harbor Cup closes out the named regatta schedule in mid-October, just before Tuesday Night Racing wraps up on October 20.
Where BCYA Races
BCYA's stated purpose is to organize, sponsor, and promote sailing on the Chesapeake Bay, in and around Baltimore Harbor. All of the events above take place in that area, so participants should expect Chesapeake Bay and Baltimore Harbor conditions.
How to Take Part
The homepage directs visitors to sign up for the Race to Baltimore or Harbor Cup and to become a member. Membership is presented as the path to participating in BCYA activities, so if you want to race, start with the membership link on bcya.com and then register for the specific event you're targeting.