Baltimore Harbor Cup

Saturday, October 17, 2026

CBYRA Sanction #26-113

First held in 1989, the Baltimore Harbor Cup has been, for many northern Chesapeake Bay boats, the final distance race of the season. Coming late in October, it has had its share of demanding sailing conditions and chilly temperatures, but, in other years, has seen beautiful autumn sailing weather.

Beginning at Baltimore Light at the mouth of the Magothy River, and ending in Baltimore Harbor near Fells Point, the race typically follows a >20 nm route taking boats north toward Seven Foot Knoll, east toward the Eastern Shore, back around Craighill Light, and then up the Patapsco River, under the Francis Scott Key Bridge and into the harbor. The finish line will be off the dock at the Anchorage Marina.

BCYA will be hosting a rocking party with an open bar and catered fare! Party tickets are available for purchase through bcya.com/merch or during regatta registration.

Then stay the night in Baltimore courtesy of our main sponsor, Anchorage Marina. They offer a discounted $50 overnight charge for racers. Call 410-522-7200 to make a reservation and request the BCYA Race Discount, or to see further information here.

On Sunday, the Rock Creek Racing Association will hold its Francis Scott Key Classic, a CBYRA sanctioned (#25-110) "Race Back" for boats heading back to the bay, click here for more information.