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Porto Cervo Sailing Week

June and September 2026

2026

June and September 2026

2027

Dates confirmed later — moveable feast

Where

Sardinia — Costa Smeralda

What it is

Porto Cervo Sailing Week explained

Maxi yachts and classic boats race off the Costa Smeralda from the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, the reason the marina's berths are booked a year out.

Dates can shift by a day or two when a local council moves the programme to a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel. Accommodation in Sardinia — Costa Smeralda tends to sell out weeks ahead of the festival and prices rise sharply on the main night.

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Porto Cervo Sailing Week, explained

What is Porto Cervo Sailing Week?

Maxi yachts and classic boats race off the Costa Smeralda from the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, the reason the marina's berths are booked a year out. It's a sea event held in Sardinia — Costa Smeralda.

When is Porto Cervo Sailing Week in 2026?

Porto Cervo Sailing Week runs June and September 2026 in Sardinia — Costa Smeralda. Councils can move the exact days by a day or two to land on a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel.

Is Porto Cervo Sailing Week free to attend?

Yes — like the great majority of Spanish town festivals, Porto Cervo Sailing Week is free and open-air; you only pay for food, drink and any seating the town sells for a parade or firework display.

Where should I stay for Porto Cervo Sailing Week?

Book a room in Sardinia — Costa Smeralda itself as early as you can: accommodation for this kind of festival sells out weeks ahead and prices climb sharply for the main night. A base in Sardinia — Costa Smeralda also means you're not relying on late transport home once the celebrations run past midnight.

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