Tickets Now On Sale For Bermuda SailGP
Tickets are now on sale for the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix – the tenth event in SailGP’s global calendar –taking place on May 4-5.
A spokesperson said, “For the first time, the world’s most exciting racing on water will be hosted at Morgan’s Point, with the Saturday entertainment program featuring a live concert by soca sensation, KES The Band, following the opening day of racing.
“SailGP will bring its fast-paced racing – featuring ten national teams racing identical, cutting-edge hydrofoiling F50s – to Bermuda’s Morgan’s Point as a brand new location for the Race Stadium. The start, finish, dramatic first leg and one of the primary turning mark gates of the course will be positioned up-close to the on shore spectator facilities, giving fans an unprecedented viewing experience that’s never been seen before in Bermuda.
“Fans will have a variety of ticket options to choose from with racing taking place over the course of two days, with both land-based, and on-water options available. Giant screens, race commentary, entertainment, and food and beverage are all part of what promises to create an exhilarating weekend with a great family-friendly, onshore party vibe.
“Action on the water shifts to land after racing on the Saturday, where the party atmosphere will continue with a special performance by international soca artist sensation, KES The Band, who will bring fans the sweet sounds from their latest album. The performance will also benefit the local community as part of the proceeds will be donated by SailGP to local charity, HOME – helping to combat homelessness on the island. Saturday ticket prices automatically include the concert.”
SailGP Managing Director Andrew Thompson said: “We are excited to be returning to Bermuda and look forward to delivering an enhanced stadium experience for the fans this year. We’ve taken the decision to move the Race Stadium to Morgan’s Point which means we can bring fans much closer to the action as well as create a completely different vibe to what Bermudian fans have experienced in the past. With the addition of a unique performance post racing on the Saturday we hope the party island will really live up to its name.”
The spokesperson said, “For more information and to purchase tickets for the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix on May 4-5, visit SailGP.com/Bermuda.
Ticket Options
Waterfront Access
- Saturday, May 4, 2024: $80 [includes KES The Band Concert]
- Sunday, May 5, 2024: $30
“Located close to the water’s edge, the Waterfront Access experience will offer stunning views of the supercharged, foiling F50 catamarans as they take flight on the Great Sound. New for Season 4, the waterfront viewing area is situated in the official spectator area, where fans will be treated to live race commentary, big screens, concession stands, league and team merchandise, and much more.
Waterfront Premium
- Saturday, May 4, 2024: $400 [includes KES The Band Concert]
- Sunday, May 5, 2024: $350
“For more exclusive access, the Premier Waterfront ticket is undoubtedly the perfect place to be for any racing enthusiast – while on land! Guests will enjoy a viewing platform with large screens to watch the live broadcast and all-inclusive food and beverages, a shaded, seated lounge area, large screens and exciting live commentary taking you through every heart-pounding moment of each race.
Bring Your Own Boat [BYOB] Program: $400 & $600
“Watch the high-speed action on the water from your own boat! Boaters can purchase a flag to secure a premium viewing position inside the exclusion zone, giving you the best vantage point to watch all the action. Includes a souvenir flag for access to the dedicated area. Boats without a flag will be held outside the exclusion zone at least 200m behind the flag bearing boats. Vessels must be under 80 feet to be eligible for the BYOB program and cannot be used for commercial purposes.
“On Saturday, May 4, 2024, BYOB flag bearers can remain in the Exclusion Zone for the KES The Band Concert, with views of the stage from the water.
Spectator Boats: Premium $175, Access $85
“SailGP has partnered with Island Tour Centre to provide the official on-water fan experience for the Season 4’s visit to beautiful Bermuda.
“With two ticket categories available – Access and Premium – official spectator boats will offer the closest vantage point to the racing, allowing fans an unobstructed view of SailGP’s world-class athletes and supercharged F50 catamarans as they compete at electrifying speeds on Bermuda’s Great Sound.
Team Base Tour, $25
“Fans seeking an up-close view of the league’s ‘flying boats’ while on land will have the opportunity to do so during race week. Take a 30 minute guided tour through the F50 ‘pit lanes’, located at Cross Island, for a behind-the-scenes experience unlike any other, with the possibility of seeing some of the league’s elite athletes preparing for on-water battle.”
Sail GP is Americas Cup light! Why are we allowing this?
The America’s Cup only gave hundreds of millions of dollars to foreign billionaires. We cannot afford to do that again!
Oh good grief, I hope that is sarcasm.
I doubt if much taxpayer money is going into this event. After all, the PLP made it very clear that they are not interested in rich white guys and their sailboats.
Let’s hope that This Government is keeping it’s sticky fingers out of it besides some rental income for Cross Island and Morgan’s Point.
Even for the non sailors Sail GP is a great event. Everyone likes a high speed race, no matter the vehicle.
Like Pathways to Status, it appears that SailGP is only a bad idea when it is an idea promoted by the opposition. When promoted by the PLP Government it is a great idea.
And yes, SailGP can be (and I hope it is) enjoyed by all.
Why because it didn’t cost tax payers another 70 million, which the OBA paid out to a bunch of billionaires last time.
No doubt all their surrogates will there in full force with grimy smiles.