COUNTDOWN TO THE 37TH MARMARIS INTERNATIONAL RACE WEEK

RACE AT SEA, FESTIVAL EXCITEMENT ON LAND

Marmaris will host one of the international sailing world's important gatherings between October 24-30. At the 37th Marmaris International Race Week, where over 100 boats and more than 1,000 sailors are expected to participate, the competition in the bay will be accompanied by events organized in the city center.

Marmaris is preparing once again to host the international sailing community during the last week of October. The 37th Marmaris International Race Week, organized by Marmaris International Yacht Sport Club (MIYC), will bring together racing teams from different countries between October 24-30, 2026.

The organization, which is expected to see participation from over 100 boats and more than 1,000 sailors, will not be limited to only the sporting competition at sea. With races, live broadcasts, award ceremonies and social events, it will also bring Marmaris's seaside lifestyle to the city center.

AN INTERNATIONAL GATHERING SINCE 1989

First organized in 1989, the Marmaris International Race Week reaches its 37th year (there were cancellations during the pandemic period) while maintaining its position among Turkey's long-established international yacht racing events.

Over the years, the event has brought together professional and amateur sailors from different countries on the same course, enabling not only sporting competition but also the sharing of international friendships and maritime culture.

The natural structure of Marmaris Gulf, variable wind conditions, and racing courses with different characteristics are among the elements that define the sporting character of the event. For racing teams, reading the wind correctly, making tactical decisions in a timely manner, and maintaining team coordination will be decisive throughout the week.

FIVE DAYS OF FIERCE COMPETITION IN MARMARIS GULF

In the races starting on Monday, October 26, teams will compete for five days on coastal and offshore courses in Marmaris Gulf and its surroundingswill participate.

In the organization, which will feature racing yachts with different performance characteristics and charter yachts, teams' boat mastery, tactical preferences, and coordination will come to the forefront.

In addition to the competition at sea, social gatherings and award ceremonies to be held within the race week will also constitute important parts of the organization. Thus, sailors coming from different countries will have the opportunity to share their experiences and establish new friendships alongside their sporting competitions.

EXCITEMENT MOVES TO MARMARIS CENTER WITH RACE VILLAGE

One of the prominent features of Marmaris International Race Week in the last two years has been the organization's greater integration with city life.

The Race Village, established in the Marmaris breakwater area, stands out as a social gathering space where athletes, city residents, and visitors come together. With the events and award ceremonies to be held throughout the race week, this area aims to be the onshore center of the excitement at sea.

The live broadcasting of the races through social media channels and their availability on giant screens in the city center will also enable the organization to reach wider audiences. Thus, not only those interested in sailing sports, but also the residents of Marmaris and tourists visiting the city will be able to closely follow the race atmosphere.

The activity around the Race Village is expected to strengthen visitors' connection with the city center and contribute to local businesses. This approach transforms Marmaris International Race Week from merely a sporting event attended by racing teams into an organization felt throughout the city.

EVERY YEAR RACE WEEK ADDS NEW MOMENTUM TO THE END OF THE TOURISM SEASON r

Marmaris International Race Week is important not only for its sporting value but also for the region's tourism and maritime economy.

The participation of sailors, technical teams, organization officials and visitorsyla accommodation, food and beverage, marina services and other maritime activities create economic vitality.

The race week organized in the final period of the tourism season contributes to Marmaris standing out as a destination that can attract visitors not only during summer months but also through international sports organizations.

The Race Village's location in the city center and the opening of events to a wider audience also extend the organization's impact beyond the teams directly participating in the races.

THE GOAL IS TO STRENGTHEN MARMARIS'S INDISPUTABLE POSITION IN THE SAILING WORLD

Marmaris International Yacht Sports Club aims to increase the international visibility of its well-established race week and bring together racing teams from more countries in Marmaris.

The club's national and international races organized throughout the year, along with training activities for young athletes, also contribute to the development of sailing culture in the region.

The integrated structure of Marmaris International Race Week with the city is an important part of the effort to bring sailing sport together with wider audiences and to strengthen Marmaris's position in the international maritime calendar.

The Grand Marmaris Gathering of Local and Foreign Yachtsmen

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