The Annapolis to Newport Race, organized by Annapolis Yacht Club, Ida Lewis Yacht Club, Storm Trysail Club and the US Naval Academy Sailing Squadron, is scheduled for June 2025, and this 40th edition marks a significant milestone in the history of offshore sailing. Since its inception in 1947, this prestigious event has become one of the most respected blue-water races on the East Coast and in the U.S.

Originally known as the Newport to Annapolis Race, the course was reversed in 1957 after feedback from sailors, transforming it into a popular race for those eager to sail north for summer events. Over the years, it has attracted legendary boats, with the race now featuring a 120-mile leg down the Chesapeake Bay, an offshore leg to Block Island, and a coastal sprint to the finish at Castle Hill Lighthouse in Newport, Rhode Island.

The race has seen significant growth, drawing record numbers of competitors in the 1970s and 1980s. Its unique three-phase course continues to test the skills of the world’s best sailors. The event is regarded alongside other historic races, such as Newport Bermuda and the Transpac. The current course record was set in 2017, with a time of 40 hours, 14 minutes, and 36 seconds.

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