Halifax welcomes the return of SailGP

Before we get into Halifax, don’t forget that the SailGP+ Pre-sale for the 2027 Australia SailGP in Perth is open.

Your exclusive pre-sale link and code below unlock early access and special pricing on a limited allocation of Waterfront Grandstand and VELA Beach Club experiences when SailGP returns to Bathers Bay, Fremantle on 20-21 February 2027.

Use pre-sale code PERTHVIPS7 at checkout. Be quick because the Pre-sale closes at 5:00pm AWST on Monday, 22 June 2026, or earlier if allocations are exhausted.

Now back to Halifax….

The Canada Sail Grand Prix | Halifax returns to Halifax Harbour from June 20-21 as the seventh stop of the 2026 Rolex SailGP Championship. The event is expected to attract over 12,000 ticketed spectators, with many more anticipated to visit the waterfront.

Now in its second edition, the event reinforces Halifax’s reputation as Canada’s ocean playground and one of SailGP’s most challenging venues. It features unpredictable Atlantic conditions, passionate crowds, and breathtaking waterfront views. Fans can look forward to thrilling racing, as identical F50 foiling catamarans can reach speeds of up to 100km/h, with national pride, personal glory, and a total prize pool of $12.8 million at stake.

Australia’s Bonds Flying Roos arrive as championship leaders after three consecutive event wins, while the host nation’s NorthStar SailGP Team aims to boost their campaign on home waters. Additionally, New Zealand’s Black Foils will make their highly anticipated return to the start line following a lengthy absence.

The SailGP Championship intensifies as Halifax prepares for a weekend filled with dramatic racing. The unpredictable Atlantic swells and coastal breezes will set a challenging stage, making every point crucial as the season approaches its midpoint.

The Bonds Flying Roos, led by driver Tom Slingsby, are currently 11 points ahead of second-place Emirates GBR. With three consecutive victories, they are keen to extend their dominance in Halifax and increase their lead in the overall standings.

The NorthStar SailGP Team, under the leadership of Giles Scott and local hero Billy Gooderham, will enjoy the support of a home crowd. They aim to build on their recent performance, having reached their first event final of the season in New York.

The Black Foils return after a four-month hiatus due to damage from a high-speed crash in Auckland. With driver Peter Burling at the helm, they are eager to prove themselves as a formidable competitor once again.

Following a recent incident in New York involving the U.S., Red Bull Italy, and Mubadala Brazil, the status of multiple F50s remains uncertain. SailGP’s technical teams are working diligently to ensure the fleet is race-ready, with final confirmations expected at the start of the weekend’s racing.

SailGP is a global racing championship designed to redefine professional sailing. The league features identical F50 foiling catamarans and offers a level playing field for all teams. Racing occurs in close-to-shore environments, allowing fans to engage with the action like never before. Only the top three teams progress to a winner-takes-all Final at each event.