Clipper Round the World

The Clipper Race is one of the biggest challenges of the natural world and an endurance test like no other.

Eleven amateur sailing crews undergo an intensive training program before setting sail on 70’ racing yachts to complete a full circumnavigation of the globe. Covering 40,000 nautical miles and facing grueling conditions, the race is broken up into legs, with opportunities to earn points along the way.

Race supporters, visitors and locals toured the ocean racing yachts, attended networking events and discussions, and heard directly from race crew on what it’s like to embark on The Race of Your Life. Get a Seattle recap here.

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Bell Harbor Marina, 2203 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98121, USA

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EVENTS & DATES

Welcome the Clipper Race Fleet at Bell Harbor Marina

Arrivals Window | April 21 - April 26 | FREE | Bell Harbor Marina

Having raced across the iconic mighty North Pacific, the fleet of eleven 70-foot stripped-down Clipper Race sailing yachts arrived in Seattle after nearly a month at sea and a 5,580 nautical mile sprint from China. Race supporters welcomed these extraordinary crews to the Emerald City and Bell Harbor Marina with opportunities to tour the iconic yachts and more.

Track the Clipper Race Fleet on the Race Viewer

Follow SSC Socials for the latest on arrival times.

Clipper Race Fanzone | April 27-May 3 | 10am – 5pm | FREE | Bell Harbor Marina

Do you want to learn more about the Clipper Race, the world's toughest ocean challenge? Then come and visit the Clipper Race Fanzone, where you can learn about this incredible adventure and how you can get involved in the next edition.

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Clipper Connect | April 29 | 10am | FREE | Port of Seattle Headquarters, 2711 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98121 | LEARN MORE - REGISTER

Adventure For Good: The Positive Impact of Women in the Marine and Sailing Industry

Around the world, women are actively engaged in all facets of the marine sector, contributing to the transition towards a decarbonized, digitized, and increasingly sustainable future. Seattle’s Clipper Connect event featured a panel of individuals influencing the maritime industry as sailors, stewards, event planners, and innovators.

Clipper Connect includes a panel discussion, Q&A, and opportunities to network with a global audience as attendees include Race participants, supporters, and organizations from various countries.

Interested in sponsoring a future Clipper Connect? Contact Pamela@seattlesports.org

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Tour a Clipper 70 Racing Yacht | April 29-May 1 | 11am-6pm | FREE | Bell Harbor Marina

Bring your family and step on board a Clipper 70 stripped down ocean racing yacht. Take an above and below deck tour with the Race Crew that will call these yachts home for the next seven months.

On deck, test your skills on one of the eleven winches that hoist the sails up the 29m [95 foot] mast. Below deck, explore the Nav Station, galley, bunks, stowage to see where the 20 Race Crew members live when off watch.

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Become an Ocean Racer | May 1 | 5pm | FREE | Bell Harbor Marina | REGISTER HERE

Calling all adventurers! Have you got what it takes to cross the world's toughest oceans in the next edition of the Clipper Race?  

Discover more about the selection process, training, the race, the fleet, stopovers, personal logistics and most importantly the race crew. You'll either walk away inspired or scared. One thing you won't be is bored.

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Fleet Departure | RACE 11 | The USA Coast-to-Coast

Friday, May 3 | FREE | Bell Harbor Marina

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Slipping Lines Ceremony | May 3 | Noon-12:30pm

Watch as each of the eleven yachts depart ready for Race Start .

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Parade of Sail | May 3 | 1pm-1:30pm

The Clipper Race fleet set sail as Seattle sent them off in style for the official start to Race 11, “The USA Coast-to-Coast” leg. Supporters cheered them on from Alaskan Way, at one of the designated waterfront watch points, and by sailing their own vessels out to the designated spectator craft zone. It was a sight not to be missed!

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Departure to Race Start Zone | May 3 | 1:30pm

Race Start: Watch from the Water

Lucky enough to own your own boat? Get close to the action and watch Race Start in the designated spectator craft zone. Download the fleet departure and Race Start documentation to help plan your passage. COMING SOON!

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Special Thanks to The Port of Seattle, Visit Seattle, Anthony’s Pier 66  

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Corporate & Sponsorship Inquiries:  Pamela Quadros pamela@seattlesports.org  

Opportunities to sponsor future Clipper Race events including awards ceremonies, closing ceremonies, VIP events, and more.

Yacht & Sailing Club Inquiries:  Alex Webster alex@seattlesports.org

Media Inquiries:  Mara Mote mara@seattlesports.org