Hemithea Regatta Debuts in Marmaris

PRESS RELEASE | NOVEMBER 2, 2026

Hemithea Regatta Debuts in Marmaris

Organized for the first time this year by the Marmaris International Yacht Sport Club (MIYC), the Hemithea Regatta brings sailing enthusiasts together in Marmaris and the Gulf of Hisarönü from October 31 to November 5, 2026. Held in collaboration with Martı Marina, the event aims to breathe new life into the region’s sailing calendar with its diverse courses and multi-stage racing format.

Following closely on the heels of the 37th Marmaris International Race Week, the Marmaris International Yacht Sport Club (MIYC) is hosting yet another major event. The inaugural Hemithea Regatta will see sailors compete along routes stretching from Marmaris to the Gulf of Hisarönü.

After registration took place on October 31 and November 1, the event officially kicked off with an opening ceremony on the evening of Sunday, November 1, at the MIYC clubhouse. The first race is scheduled to begin on Monday, November 2, at 11:00 AM.

A New Racing Experience: From Marmaris to Hisarönü

Unlike traditional in-bay regattas, the Hemithea Regatta distinguishes itself through its multi-stage structure and varied course conditions. As the fleet travels from Marmaris toward the Gulf of Hisarönü, teams will face long-distance passages and a wide range of wind and sea conditions.

On the first day of the competition, the fleet will depart from Marmaris, sailing toward Martı Marina in Hisarönü. Over the course of the three days that follow, the races to be held in the Gulf of Hisarönü will highlight navigation skills, tactical decision-making, endurance, and team coordination.

Martı Marina to Serve as a Key Hub for the Event

Martı Marina, one of the key yachting hubs in the Gulf of Hisarönü, will play a central role in both the maritime and land-based activities of the Hemithea Regatta, while also serving as a sponsor for the event.

Distinguished by its location—surrounded by the region’s natural beauty—and its robust yachting infrastructure, Martı Marina will serve as the gathering point for the racing fleet during the Hisarönü leg of the event. The closing and awards ceremony, scheduled for Thursday, November 5, will also be hosted at Martı Marina.

Martı Marina’s involvement extends beyond simply hosting the racing fleet; it will also contribute to strengthening the maritime ties between Marmaris and Hisarönü, while promoting the region’s potential as an international yachting destination.

Four-Day Racing Schedule and Social Events

The races will commence on Monday, November 2, with the Marmaris–Hisarönü leg, and will continue in the Gulf of Hisarönü on November 3, 4, and 5.

In addition to the racing schedule, various social events and awards ceremonies will provide participants with the opportunity to come together following the competition at sea. After the awards ceremonies held at Chillos Beach Hotel on the evenings of November 3 and 4, the event will conclude with a closing ceremony at Martı Marina on Thursday, November 5, at 19:00.

A New Addition to the Marmaris Sailing Calendar

The inaugural Hemithea Regatta marks a significant step toward the Marmaris International Yacht Club’s goal of diversifying sailing activities in the region and expanding its race organization efforts to new geographical areas. The event, which combines the natural beauty of the Marmaris and Hisarönü bays with athletic competition, aims to secure a permanent place in both national and international sailing calendars in the coming years.

Held toward the end of the tourism season, the Hemithea Regatta is expected to contribute to the development of sports tourism, boost activity for local marinas and hospitality businesses, and enhance the visibility of Marmaris within the international maritime community.

Through new racing events, the Marmaris International Yacht Sport Club (MIYC) continues its efforts to promote the sport of sailing and establish Marmaris as a key sailing hub in the Mediterranean.