Regattas: Chester Race Week – New Sponsor, More Fleets
By Sailing In Canada June 26, 2025 Chester Race Week, the largest keelboat regatta in Atlantic Canada, is charting a
Tara Wickwire
July 2, 2025
We’re gearing up for another amazing four-day regatta of racing, fun, and community—and we’ve got some exciting news to share!
Chester Race Week is thrilled to welcome Atlantic Yacht Sales as our new Title Sponsor for 2025!
Their love for boating and deep connection to the Chester sailing community make them the perfect partner to help take this event to the next level.
We’re also rolling out a fresh new logo that captures the energy and spirit of our regatta—just one of the ways we’re celebrating this new chapter.
►► Mark your calendars—registration opens Saturday, February 8th!
We can’t wait to see you on the water!
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Regattas: Chester Race Week – New Sponsor, More Fleets
By Sailing In Canada June 26, 2025 Chester Race Week, the largest keelboat regatta in Atlantic Canada, is charting a
Discover North America’s Most Legendary Regatta!
Atlantic Yacht Sales Chester Race Week August 13–16, 2025 By Atlantic Boating June 9, 2025 Atlantic Yacht Sales Joins Chester
Helly Hansen Chester Race Week 2024 Overall Results
CHESTER, NOVA SCOTIA (AUGUST 18, 2024) — Helly Hansen Chester Race Week was the biggest in a decade, with a
Helly Hansen Chester Race Week Results, Day 4
CHESTER, NOVA SCOTIA (AUGUST 17, 2024) — The fourth day of Helly Hansen Chester Race Week delivered perfect conditions, full
Helly Hansen Chester Race Week Results, Day 3
CHESTER, NOVA SCOTIA (AUGUST 16, 2024) — The third day of Helly Hansen Chester Race delivered terrific conditions and plenty
Helly Hansen Chester Race Week Results, Day 2
CHESTER, NOVA SCOTIA (AUGUST 15, 2024) — The second day of Helly Hansen Chester Race once again presented a calm
Regattas: Chester Race Week – New Sponsor, More Fleets
By Sailing In Canada June 26, 2025 Chester Race Week, the largest keelboat regatta in Atlantic Canada, is charting a course for its 2025 edition, scheduled for August 13–16. This
Discover North America’s Most Legendary Regatta!
Atlantic Yacht Sales Chester Race Week August 13–16, 2025 By Atlantic Boating June 9, 2025 Atlantic Yacht Sales Joins Chester Race Week 2025 as Title Sponsor Amid Growing Momentum for
Helly Hansen Chester Race Week 2024 Overall Results
CHESTER, NOVA SCOTIA (AUGUST 18, 2024) — Helly Hansen Chester Race Week was the biggest in a decade, with a record number of women skippers and competitive conditions that delivered.
Helly Hansen Chester Race Week Results, Day 4
CHESTER, NOVA SCOTIA (AUGUST 17, 2024) — The fourth day of Helly Hansen Chester Race Week delivered perfect conditions, full of tight battles across all fleets. A beautiful breeze built
Chester Race Week 2025
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Chester Race Week
2025 …………… August 13 to 16
2026 …………… August 12 to 15
2027 …………… August 11 to 14
#ICYMI Our Official Event Guide for 2025 is ONLINE NOW Complete with Racing + Social Schedules, Exciting Entertainment Lineup, Lots of Local Attractions and SO MUCH MORE head to chesterraceweek.com or click on the link in our bio and then MAKE PLANS TO JOIN US in Chester, Nova Scotia August 13 – 16 for @atlanticyachtsales @chesterraceweek @tourismchester @chestermunicipality @visitnovascotiasouthshore @visitnovascotia @chesteryachtclub #ChesterRaceWeek #AtlanticYachtSales #chesteryachtclub #chesterns #moreontheshore #sweetsummertime #tradition #NovaScotia #SouthShore #canada #yachts #yachtrace
Welcome To’Mater 3, C&C 25, to Atlantic Yacht Sales Chester Race Week 2025! Winner of last year’s Good Seamanship Award, this little boat with a Big heart is back and ready to shine. We’re so glad to have you on the line again, To’Mater 3! Join us – Register www.chesterraceweek.com TO’MATER, C&C, #4915, IPYC #ChesterRaceWeek #AYSCRW #AtlanticYachtSales #To’Mater3 #GoodSeamanshipAward #ChesterNS #chesteryachtclub
Welcome Vtack! We’re excited to welcome Vtack, J/105, to Atlantic Yacht Sales Chester Race Week 2025 — August 13–16. See you on the start line in Chester! VTACK, J105, # 51563, RNSYS Photo credit #ChesterRaceWeek #AYSCRW #Vtack #AtlanticYachtSales #chesteryachtclub #chesterns⛵️
Welcome Auster II Auster II, J105, joins the fleet at Atlantic Yacht Sales Chester Race Week 2025 — August 13–16. We look forward to seeing her on the waters of Chester this summer. AUSTER II, J105, CAN 211, RNSYS #ChesterRaceWeek #AYSCRW #AusterII #AtlanticYachtSales #chesteryachtclub #chesterns⛵️
Welcome PING! We’re pleased to welcome PING, Sonar, to Atlantic Yacht Sales Chester Race Week 2025 — August 13–16. Looking forward to seeing Ping compete on the waters of Chester. PING, Sonar, #754, LYC #ChesterRaceWeek #AYSCRW #PING #SonarClass #AtlanticYachtSales #chesteryachtclub #chesterns⛵️
Welcome Jahmon! We’re excited to welcome Jahmon, J/105, to Atlantic Yacht Sales Chester Race Week 2025 — August 13–16. Looking forward to seeing this J/105 line up on the start line in Chester! JAHMON, J105, #500, ChesterYC #ChesterRaceWeek #AYSCRW #Jahmon #J105 #AtlanticYachtSales #chesteryachtclub #chesterns⛵️
Welcome Young Blood! Young Blood, J/100, is joining the fleet at Atlantic Yacht Sales Chester Race Week 2025 — August 13–16. We’re excited to see what this crew brings to the racecourse. YOUNG BLOOD, J/100, CAN 56, ChesterYC #ChesterRaceWeek #AYSCRW #YoungBlood #J100 #AtlanticYachtSales #chesteryachtclub #chesterns⛵️
We’re pleased to Welcome Just Add Water, J/30, to Atlantic Yacht Sales Chester Race Week 2025, August 13–16 in Chester, Nova Scotia. Looking forward to seeing this competitive J/30 on the start line! JUST ADD WATER, J/30, CAN 008, RNSYS #ChesterRaceWeek #AYSCRW #J30 #JustAddWater #AtlanticYachtSales #chesteryachtclub #chesterns⛵️
Welcome Goose, Farr 30, to Atlantic Yacht Sales Chester Race Week! Goose is cleared for takeoff at Race Week - August 13 to16! GOOSE, Farr 30, CAN 29, RNSYS #ChesterRaceWeek #AYSCRW #Farr30 #AtlanticYachtSales #Goose #chesteryachtclub #ChesterNS
⚓ Huge thanks to @anchorgearco, Canada’s Boating Lifestyle Brand, for supporting Atlantic Yacht Sales Chester Race Week with some amazing prizes! Their gear is built for life on (and off) the water. 🧢🌊 Check them out: anchorgearco.ca And follow them on Instagram: @anchorgearco #ChesterRaceWeek #Anchorgearco #BoatingLifestyle #AYSCRW #chesterns⛵️ #chesteryachtclub
THANK YOU to Salty Dog Tours for your support of Atlantic Yacht Sales Chester Race Week! Experience Race Week up close with Tony Sampson and @saltydogtours — tours leave daily from CYC! 🛥️⛵️ Get a front-row seat to the racing action and soak in the stunning views from the water. Book now: saltydogtours.com #ChesterRaceWeek #AYSCRW #AtlanticYachtSales #SaltyDog #boattours #chesterns⛵️
⏳ The countdown is ON! Just 21 days until Atlantic Yacht Sales Chester Race Week kicks off — August 13–16. Get ready for epic racing, dockside fun, and four unforgettable days in Chester! #ChesterRaceWeek #ATSCRW #21DaysToGo #SailingCountdown #AtlanticYachtSales #chesterns⛵️ #chesteryachtclub
The Mom Market Lunenburg County at Atlantic Yacht Sales Chester Race Week
August 13–16 | 11 AM – 7 PM
Outdoor Market on Parade Square, Chester
We’re excited to partner with The Mom Market Lunenburg County during Chester Race Week!
Join us for a fantastic Outdoor Market featuring local makers, artisans, and small businesses.
Come shop and support local! From handmade goods to sweet treats and unique finds, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Helly Hansen Chester Race Week 2024 Overall Results
CHESTER, NOVA SCOTIA (AUGUST 18, 2024) — Helly Hansen Chester Race Week was the biggest in a decade, with a record number of women skippers and competitive conditions that delivered.
Helly Hansen Chester Race Week Results, Day 4
CHESTER, NOVA SCOTIA (AUGUST 17, 2024) — The fourth day of Helly Hansen Chester Race Week delivered perfect conditions, full of tight battles across all fleets. A beautiful breeze built
Helly Hansen Chester Race Week Results, Day 3
CHESTER, NOVA SCOTIA (AUGUST 16, 2024) — The third day of Helly Hansen Chester Race delivered terrific conditions and plenty of tight races. Results for Day 3 of Helly Hansen
Helly Hansen Chester Race Week Results, Day 2
CHESTER, NOVA SCOTIA (AUGUST 15, 2024) — The second day of Helly Hansen Chester Race once again presented a calm start that eventually delivered enough wind for a number of
Helly Hansen Chester Race Week Results, Day 1
CHESTER, NOVA SCOTIA (AUGUST 14, 2024) — The first day of Helly Hansen Chester Race presented a calm start that eventually shifted to a southeasterly breeze, ending with rain clouds
