Hamilton Island Race Week On Water Events There are several exciting on-water events throughout the Hamilton Island Race Week program, with categories for multiple race classes, as well as the ever-popular Prix d’ Elegance. The racing itself includes two classes for measured rating boats (Rating Class and Multihull Racing), four classes for non-rated boats (Hamilton Island Class, Non-Spinnaker Class, Trailable Yachts Class and Multihull Hamilton Island Class) and classes for One Design Class Accompanying these races is the colourful and always entertaining Prix d’ Elegance event, where two yachts will receive the “Best Presented Yacht” and the “Best Themed Yacht” awards. Creativity is encouraged! Notice of race Notice of race Hamilton Island Yacht Club is the organising authority for Hamilton Island Race Week. Read more Race Results Race Results View the latest results from Hamilton Island Race Week. View now Notice Board Notice Board View the latest official race notices View Now Entry List Entry List See entries for Hamilton Island Race Week 2023. Hamilton Island Race Week Event Guide Hamilton Island Race Week Event Guide Hamilton Island Race week is an exciting week filled with both on-shore and race-based events - ranging from food markets, cocktail parties and even beach yoga. Find out more Race schedule Race schedule Throughout August, the waters surrounding Hamilton Island are busy with a range of exciting and fun events for all race classes. Read more Regatta Classes Regatta Classes There are four classes for racing boats and four classes for the not-so-flat-out racers and cruising boats. Read more Sailing instruction Sailing instruction Download the Hamilton Island Race Week Sailing instructions. View Instructions Prix d’Elegance Prix d’Elegance The fun Prix d'Elegance award goes to two Race Week yachts: Best Presented Yacht and Crew, and Best Fun Themed Yacht and Crew. Read more Weather Weather Get in-depth weather forecasting tips and advice for the Whitsundays region, from expert meteorologist , Kenn Batt. Read more Watch out for whales Watch out for whales The Hamilton Island Race Week occurs during the migratory season for humpback whales - so it’s important that racegoers take extra caution. Read more Crew catering Crew catering Get your crew set for Race Week by pre-ordering lunches and beverages from Bob’s Bakery. Read more Race Week All-inclusive event packages Race Week All-inclusive event packages Celebrate the best in Australian food, fashion, sailing and lifestyle at Hamilton Island Race Week. Find out more Lead-up events Lead-up events Several exciting racing events take place in the lead up to Hamilton Island Race Week. Read more