2025 Master Mariners Regatta
Established in 1867 as a Fourth of July race among the working boats of San Francisco Bay, the Master Mariners Regatta became a celebrated local tradition until 1891, when steam vessels eclipsed the age of sail. Revived in 1965 for National Maritime Day, today’s Regatta typically features 80 to 100 classically built wooden sailboats racing each Memorial Day weekend.
The San Francisco Bay Master Mariners is pleased to invite you to participate in the Master Mariners Regatta on Saturday, May 24, 2025 (Memorial Day weekend). The registration deadline is May 1. An entry fee of $110.00 applies to all yachts if paid on or before May 1. Late payments may incur a five-minute penalty.
You may register and pay online by clicking the appropriate button below, or you can download and mail in the registration form according to the included instructions.
Skippers and Sponsors Luncheon
The Master Mariners Regatta Skippers and Sponsors Luncheon will be held on Friday, May 16, at the historic St. Francis Yacht Club on the San Francisco waterfront. This event honors our sponsors, with presentations of their house flags to the skippers of the yachts that will fly them. Perpetual trophies will be on display, and we will present race packets containing handicaps, race rules, start times, and your 2025 Regatta Burgee.
Regatta and Post-Race Celebration
The Master Mariners Regatta starts in front of the St. Francis Yacht Club on Saturday, May 24. After the race, join us at the Encinal Yacht Club in Alameda for a post-race party and dinner. More details on overnight berthing and dinner reservations will be posted closer to the date.
We encourage you to stay until Sunday to enjoy the Encinal Yacht Club, the Alameda Estuary, and a relaxed potluck breakfast before heading home.
Handicapping
Yachts will be rated using the Master Mariners handicapping system.
Parade Class Option
For participants who prefer not to compete, we offer a Parade Class—open to all members regardless of boat size or rig. Parade Class entrants will sail a shorter course, starting after the last competitive class and navigating on the west side of Treasure Island to avoid the finishing racers.
The entry fee is the same as other classes and includes one ticket to the Skippers and Sponsors Luncheon. Parade Class participants also receive a 2025 Regatta Burgee and are invited to join the post-regatta party at the Encinal Yacht Club.
Registration & Membership Requirement
For insurance reasons, all boats in all classes must be active, paid Master Mariners members to participate in the Regatta and post-regatta festivities. You can renew your membership during registration if needed.
For questions, contact: Gena Egelston at gena.egelston@sfmastermariners.org, or regatta@sfmastermariners.com
Become a Master Mariners Regatta Sponsor!
Sponsors make it possible, and we are so grateful for you! Your support is essential to the success of our beloved annual Regatta. It enables us to host the event while advancing our mission to protect and celebrate timeless wooden sailboats. By becoming a sponsor, you invest in maritime heritage and help inspire the next generation of sailors.
As a sponsor, you can choose how you’d like to be recognized—whether as a business, individual, or family foundation. We will feature your name (and logo, if applicable) on our website, with an optional live link, as well as in our printed Regatta materials. If you prefer not to receive public recognition, simply let us know, and we will respect your wishes.
All sponsors are invited to the Master Mariners Regatta Skippers and Sponsors Luncheon at the prestigious St. Francis Yacht Club on Friday, May 16th at 12:00pm. During this gathering, you’ll present your flag (if you choose to have one) to the skipper of your sponsored yacht, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and enjoy a stunning view of the Bay.
You are also invited to watch the Master Mariners Regatta start line and racing action in front of the St. Francis Yacht Club, then join us for the after-party at the Encinal Yacht Club!
For questions, contact: Liz Diaz at liz.diaz@sfmastermariners.org, Diane Walton at diane.walton@sfmastermariners.org, or sponsorship@sfmastermariners.com