Excitement Building for Volvo Cork Week 2024 Regatta

11th May 2024

Sailors ashore at Royal Cork Yacht Club at Crosshaven in County Cork after a day of racing at Volvo Cork Week Regatta

The excitement is building as the start of the Volvo Cork Week 2024 regatta approaches.

With the event scheduled to begin on Monday, July 15th, the Royal Cork Yacht Club (RCYC) organisers say the club is buzzing with preparations for what promises to be an epic regatta.

Event entry numbers have been gradually increasing, with participants coming from across Ireland, and internationally. The dedicated event team at the RCYC is working to ensure that everything is in place for the upcoming competition.

For those looking for accommodation, RCYC says the Crosshaven area has plenty of high-quality housing available for rent at reasonable rates. Many of these houses are conveniently located within walking distance of the RCYC. Interested parties can check out the 'Accommodation' section of the event website here and contact the club's accommodation liaison directly for more information.

Crosshaven village in County Cork is the home Volvo Cork Week Regatta

If you prefer to stay in Carrigaline or Cork City, a regular bus service to and from these locations is available. The bus stop is located right outside the RCYC's gates, providing easy access to additional accommodation options.

Fun for all at Volvo Cork Week 2024

New additions and initiatives for this year’s event include the Family Play Zone on Sunday 14th July, the Complimentary Crew Pulled Pork Baps & Rustic new potatoes & Drinks and the Crew BBQ details below.

Family Play Zone Sunday 14th July

This area will be located on the eastern side of the RCYC site (adjacent to the existing club playground) and will provide children’s games and space to play, alongside picnic facilities with coffee, ice cream, sweets also available. A space apart, but close to all the action.

New additions and initiatives for this year’s Volvo Cork Week Regatta include the Family Play Zone on Sunday 14th July

Complimentary Pulled Pork Baps & Rustic Irish potatoes & drinks for all crew Tuesday 16th July, from 1730 hrs

All Volvo Cork Week 2024 competitors can enjoy a pulled pork bap with rustic Irish potatoes and a Mount Gay & Coke, totally free of charge at the Royal Cork Yacht Club.

Crew BBQ night Thursday 18th July, from 1900hrs

Fill up with a full BBQ and pint of Murphy’s (or Buskers & Ginger) for just €15 at the Royal Cork Yacht Club. Then enjoy a night’s entertainment with our resident event musician, Phil Holbird, before dancing till late.

A comprehensive list of the shore based activities is below:

Sunday 14th July, starting from 1200hrs

Coastal Market opens on site
Family Play Zone opens with Twister, Hula hoops, Tug-o-war, Swing ball, kids Volvo cars, face painting and many more activities.
Talk for the kids with a Marine Biologist.
Cork radio station RED FM broadcast live from site.
Face painting & balloon modelling.
Navy Band performance.
RNLI water safety with Stormy Sam and games for all.

Monday 15th July, starting from 1600hrs

Après Sail
Volvo Cork Week welcome party with live music
Cocktails & Happy Hour sponsored by Heineken and resident event musician, Phil Holbird.
Tuesday 16th July, starting from 1600hrs

“Fastnet Tuesday”

Après Sail with live music
Cocktails & Happy Hour with Mount Gay & Coke promotion and resident event musician, Phil Holbird.
Complimentary Pulled Pork Baps & Rustic Irish potatoes & drinks for all competitors at Volvo Cork Week 2024.

Wednesday 17th July, starting from 1200hrs

All fleets will be racing in the harbour, so pick your favourite vantage points and enjoy the spectacle. Camden, Cobh or Haulbowline Amenity Park provide great views.
Volvo Cork Week 2024 Ladies Lunch in aid of the RNLI.
Après Sail with live Music
Cocktails & Happy Hour with Disaronno & Coke and Orchard T
Mid-Week Party with resident event musician, Phil Holbird in the marquee.

Thursday 18th July, starting from 1600hrs

Après Sail with live music
Cocktails & Happy Hour
Traditional Volvo Cork Week BBQ Bash
Crew BBQ and pint of Murphy’s (or Buskers & Ginger) for €15.
Followed by resident event musician, Phil Holbird, and battle of the DJs till late

Friday 19th July, starting from 1600hrs

Après Sail with live music
Cocktails & Happy Hour
Event prizegiving, followed by monster closing Party.

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