Broad Bay Sailing Association upcoming events

LCR Oktoberfest Series Race 2 - RC: Black Widow (Wednesday, October 07, 2026)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

LCR Oktoberfest Series: Wednesday night race. First warning at 5:55 pm

Skippers should sign up for RC duty by registering here or for another night that is open. After registration, allow 24 hours to see the title line updated.

BBSA Summer Racing Series Registration (Friday, October 09, 2026)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

This is an exciting race series for BBSA members. Non-members are most welcome.

One of the objectives of this series is to have three mid-distance races that are "close to home" for almost all BBSA racers - Little Creek Racers, Willoughby Racers and BBSA members with boats near Hampton Yacht Club (HYC) and Old Point Comfort Yacht Club (OPCYC).

Notice of Series
2026 Summer Series - NOS Amendment 1
2026 Summer Series - NOS Amendment 2
Sailing Instructions
Sailing Instructions Change 1
~~Sailing Instructions Change 2~~ - deleted
Sailing Instructions Change 3 - replaces Change 2
Sailing Instructions Change 4
Series webpage
Results

Additionally, we will include the classes that our members want to use –

PHRF A, B, C & N (1 HS)
PHRF Cruising
ORC Performance Cruiser (spinnaker)
Cruising - for our novice 1st/2nd year racers.

The series schedule

Race 1 - postponed. See NOS Amendment 1

Saturday September 19 BBSA Summer Solstice Race
- Start / Finish near Ocean View Pier
- First Signal Time: 0955
Race 2 Saturday July 25 BBSA Mid-Summer Race
- Start / Finish near Ocean View Pier
- First Signal Time: 0955
- Race 2 Scratch Sheet
Race 3 Saturday Oct 10 BBSA End of Summer Race
- Start / Finish near Ocean View Pier
- First Signal Time: 0955

Use 'Register' button to enter the series.

For questions, contact Randy Goodman at SummerSeries@BroadBaySailing.org .

BBSA End of Summer Race (Saturday, October 10, 2026)

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:55:00 GMT

Race 3 Saturday October 10, 2026
BBSA End of Summer Race
Start / Finish near Ocean View Pier
First Signal Time: 0955

To register, go to the Series Registration

LCR Oktoberfest Series Race 3 - RC: Cymru (Howell) (Wednesday, October 14, 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

LCR Oktoberfest Series: Wednesday night race. First warning at 5:55 pm

Skippers should sign up for RC duty by registering here or for another night that is open. After registration, allow 24 hours to see the title line updated.

Wine Festival Cruise (Saturday, October 17, 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Join us on Oct 17&18 for an informal BBSA/HYC Wine Festival cruise. The Town Point Wine festival is a two-day event with wine tastings and sales accompanied by local artists performing on stage.

Make your slip reservations at Waterside Marina and mention that you are with the BBSA/HYC cruise. Purchase your own Wine Tasting tickets at:
https://tickets.festevents.org/p/tickets

The cruise is led by Al Brazzi. Reach out to Al for questions.
albrazzi@hotmail.com

October BBSA Membership Meeting: Nacho Night! (Tuesday, October 20, 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join your fellow BBSA members for an evening of food and sailing camaraderie! Enjoy a build-your-own nacho bowl for $8, with toppings available at the nacho bar. Beverages are available for purchase.

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 6–8 PM
VFW Post 3160
111 A View Ave, Norfolk, VA 23503

Parking: Park behind the Ocean View Diner. Enter from W Balview Ave and turn into the parking lot. The VFW entrance is accessible from the parking lot. See map below.

See you there!
Tim Holt
Commodore
Broad Bay Sailing Association

LCR Oktoberfest Series Race 4 - RC: Vindr Dreki (Sorensen) (Wednesday, October 21, 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

LCR Oktoberfest Series: Wednesday night race. First warning at 5:55 pm

Skippers should sign up for RC duty by registering here or for another night that is open. After registration, allow 24 hours to see the title line updated.

LCR Oktoberfest Series Race 5 (Wednesday, October 28, 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

LCR Oktoberfest Series: Wednesday night race. First warning at 5:55 pm

Skippers should sign up for RC duty by registering here or for another night that is open. After registration, allow 24 hours to see the title line updated.

Hot-Buttered Rum Race (Saturday, November 07, 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The Broad Bay Sailing Association and Willoughby Racers are pleased to announce the 2026 Hot-Buttered Rum Race. All classes will be non-spinnaker (single headsail only). Class splits will be based on the entries. Entry fee is FREE for BBSA Members (a late fee of $10 will be applied if you wait until Friday, November 6th!) All others - $20. See the Notice of Race for details and registration information. REGISTRATION CLOSES FOR EVERYONE AT NOON ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6th.

Notice of Race
Sailing Instructions
Scratch Sheet
Results

1000 hours - Skippers’ Meeting – Front steps of Willoughby Marina

1200 hours - First Flag

1500 hours - End-of-Season Party and Awards

Following the race, hot-buttered rum will be served and war stories exchanged along with refreshments and a Chili Cook-Off at the Willoughby Racers End-of-Season Party at Rebel Marina. Willoughby Racers season trophies will also be handed out.

Info/Questions:
willoughbyracers@broadbaysailing.org