Newport Beach, CA - To help skippers and crews get ready for the N2E race April 24-26 2026, NOSA is conducting Race Seminars at local yacht clubs from San Diego to Los Angeles. These informative gatherings cover the unique aspects of competing in an international race, expert sailing tips on racing at night and a review of safety gear and post-race logistics to make the racing competitive for crews of all experience ranges. All seminars begin at 7pm with check-in at 6:30pm. Please register at nosa.org/seminars.
January 29 – Silver Gate Yacht Club (Zoom Link - Passcode: 2091)
February 12 – Dana Point Yacht Club
February 18 – Long Beach Yacht Club
February 26 – Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club
March 26 – Del Rey Yacht Club
The Newport to Ensenada Race is one of the oldest annual sailing competitions that takes place every April between Newport Beach, California and Ensenada, Mexico. It has been one of the largest international yacht races in the world with over 600 entrants and still attracts participants from all around the globe.
The course to Ensenada covers a distance of approximately 125 nautical miles and is open to a wide range of sailboats, from small cruisers to larger racing yachts. The course to San Diego covers 90 miles. There are trophies for multi-hulls, double-handed, cruising class, all female crews as well as PHRF and ORR classes. This spring classic offers participants a challenging and exciting overnight offshore sailing experience.
The race has a rich history dating back to 1948 and has become a celebrated event in the west coast sailing community. The largest fleet was in the mid ’80 with over 600 yachts. This year the organizers are expecting around 200 competitors between the two race courses. It combines the thrill of competition with the beautiful coastal scenery of Southern California and Mexico.
Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a spectator, the Newport to Ensenada Yacht Race is an event worth experiencing. It showcases the skill and dedication of sailors while providing an opportunity to enjoy the camaraderie and adventure of offshore racing.
For more information or to register go to nosa.org/seminars.
