It’s that time again! Camden comes alive with the unmistakable energy of the Camden Classics Cup tomorrow! The event blends timeless beauty, spirited competition, and waterfront celebration.

Whether you’re drawn by the sight of classic yachts under full sail, the buzz of dockside gatherings, or the charm of community traditions, there’s something unforgettable waiting for you. From the annual Parade of Sail to dockside entertainment, the Camden Classics Cup is more than a regatta, it’s a celebration of summer on the coast of Maine.

Here’s what’s in store for this year’s edition of one of Camden’s most cherished events.

Look on the Camden Classics Cup website for more activities and information.

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THURSDAY, JULY 23

​4-6 PM: Registration at Lyman-Morse Camden Operations Tent.

Pick up your event tickets, parking passes, class flags, sponsor bags and shop for some new CCC gear.

4-7 PM: Owners & Captains Reception sponsored by Browne Trading.

Join fellow skippers in our dockside tent for some caviar and champagne provided by Browne

Trading Company

9 PM: Launch service ends

FRIDAY, JULY 24

7:30 AM:  Vacationland Coffee open on the Wharf

8 AM: Registration open

8 AM:  Youth Regatta Registration open, outside of building 1

9 AM: Skippers’ Meeting – Lyman-Morse Camden Rigging Shop

12 PM: First Warning CCC Fleet and Youth Regatta

4:30 PM:  Youth regatta awards & pizza party– Lyman-Morse Rig shop; in inclement weather the event will take place in Building 1.

5:30-7 PM: Post Race Cocktail party at Lyman-Morse Camden

Presented by Lyman-Morse, Stephens Waring Design,  USI & Barren’s Distillery

Join us waterside to swap stories about the day’s racing*

*In the case of inclement weather, this will take place in the tent adjacent to rigging shop.

Wristband required for entry.

7- PM: Salt Wharf & Barren’s and Camden Charcuterie will be open for dinner post party

10 PM: Launch Service Ends

SATURDAY, JULY 25

7 AM: Launch Service Begins

7:30 AM:  Vacationland Coffee open on the Wharf

9 AM: Dock out & set up for Parade of Sail

10 AM: Parade of Sail, Camden Harbor

The Fleet will parade around Camden’s Inner Harbor.  Bring gear to dress ship! We will proceed to the start line from the parade.   Live broadcast from the Wharf.

10 AM:  Salt Wharf & Barren’s open for cold refreshments during the parade

9 AM – 12 PM

Mid-Maine Sports Car Club Classic Car Show

On site at Lyman Morse. Collection of 20+ British and European sports and touring cars will be on display.

Regatta village open: Saltwater Classroom & Hurricane Island will have displays. Camden Classics Crew store Aeri’ Marine, Black Rock Rigging, Patriot Cannons & Maine Love Water are open for shopping.

12 PM: First Warning

6-10 PM:  Post Race Party and Awards Presentation at Lyman-Morse

Dinner will be provided by Bar Harbor Catering. Bar sponsored by Barren’s Gin & Vodka & Rum, Stella Artois, Shipyard Brewing & Sea Dog Brewing, Mast Landing & Nutrl. Larry Williams and his 8-piece band will provide the dance party. Wristband required for entry.

10:30 PM:  Launch Service Ends

​ON-SHORE EVENTS THROUGH THE WEEKEND.

Schedule for 2026 will be updated as it develops.

Not racing? Here are some fun events around Camden to keep you entertained.

Thursday 7/23 – Saturday 7/25

Camden Classics Cup, Black Rock Boatworks, Aere’ Marine, & Patriot Cannons

Lyman-Morse Camden, afternoon​

Friday, July 24

​Lyman-Morse Camden, all day

Saturday, July 25

Lyman-Morse Camden, all day

Camden Classics Cup Parade of Sail, 10 am

Watch the fleet parade through Camden’s inner harbor, many in dress ship. Vantage points at the Wharf @ Lyman-Morse, Public Landing, Camden Yacht Club and the Camden Harbor Park

Mid-Maine Sports Car Club Classic Car Show, 8:30 am – 12:00 pm

On site at Lyman Morse. Collection of 20+ British and European sports and touring cars will be on display.

Hurricane Island and Saltwater Classroom presenting kids activities on the dock.

9:30am – 12:30 pm:  Aquarium touch tank provided by Seafair Program -Camden Harbormasters office.

Camden Farmers Market 116 Washington St. 9am – Noon

by Camden Classics Cup