January, 2026

Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta 2026

2026Mon26Jan9:00 am5:00 pmAuckland Anniversary Day Regatta 2026Waitemata Harbour9:00 am - 5:00 pm Event TypeFree, SportsSuitable for AgesAll AgesLocationCentral Auckland

When

Monday 26 January 2026 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Where

Waitemata Harbour

Waitemata Harobour, Auckland

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Auckland’s on-water birthday party! Tugboats, keelboats, paddlers & classics race on Waitematā Harbour for the 186th Auckland Anniversary Regatta – Mon 26 Jan 2026.

Celebrate Auckland’s birthday on the water at the 186th Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta – the world’s biggest one-day regatta and New Zealand’s oldest sporting event.

On Monday 26 January 2026 the Waitematā comes alive with action: keelboats and centreboards racing across the harbour, tugboats roaring in their legendary showdown, dragon boats and waka ama sprinting under paddle power, and even radio-controlled yachts duelling in the marina.

It’s free to watch and family-friendly, with prime viewing spots along Westhaven, at RNZYS, Tamaki Drive and the North Shore. Pack a picnic, grab a coffee or watch from the water.

Price

FREE to watch

Organiser

Auckland Anniversary Regatta Incorporated

Auckland’s Anniversary Day celebrates the founding of the province. And to commemorate the day, one of the world’s single biggest one day sailing regattas will...
Auckland’s Anniversary Day celebrates the founding of the province. And to commemorate the day, one of the world’s single biggest one day sailing regattas will take place each year.

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