Set Sail on October 31: Hainan’s Big Week on the Water

This autumn, Hainan’s waters are about to come alive with speed, wind and waves. The 15th Round Hainan Regatta 2026 runs from October 31 to November 7, with racing off Sanya and around the island.

A flagship international water sports event, the regatta brings together coastal tourism, serious competition and Hainan’s maritime heritage. Whether you live here or are just passing through, expect a week of skill and drama out on the open sea.

Feel the Rush of Racing on Hainan’s Waters

The Round Hainan Regatta has long been one of the island’s most distinctive water sports events.

Drawing on Hainan’s natural marine setting and coastal cities, this year’s races will unfold in the waters off Sanya and elsewhere around the island. As yachts race across the sea, crews will continually adapt their tactics to the wind, currents and sea conditions, putting both speed and judgement to the test. If you’re visiting Sanya, this is a chance to look beyond the beach and see competitive sailing up close.

Where Sport Meets Travel

This year’s regatta once again brings sport and tourism together, showing off Hainan’s coastline and maritime culture through top-level international sailing.

From the racing offshore to the buzz along the waterfront, the event makes the water a bigger part of the Hainan experience. Sailing fans can follow every move on the course, and everyone else can discover a more active side of island life.

As Hainan builds its Free Trade Port and its profile as an international tourism and consumption hub, big-ticket water sports events like this one are a powerful way to showcase the island’s maritime identity and grow its sports tourism offering.

How to Get Involved

Event: 15th Round Hainan Regatta 2026
Dates: October 31–November 7, 2026
Location: Waters off Sanya and elsewhere around Hainan
Organizer: Hainan Provincial People’s Government
Further information: Follow the WeChat official account for entry details and event information.

On October 31, turn your gaze towards the sea. Watch sails sweep across the water and experience the speed and excitement of racing amid Hainan’s wind and waves.