Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix Hospitality

Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix hospitality packages

1. Waterfront Grandstand

The Waterfront Grandstand places you close to the racing with reserved stadium seating and excellent views of the racecourse. This package is designed for fans who want to be in the heart of the action, with access to the Race Stadium atmosphere, live commentary and fan activities.

Available as a Saturday ticket, Sunday ticket or Weekend ticket.

• Entry & Access: Access to the Race Stadium, including interactive games such as the SailGP simulator, family-friendly activities and dedicated Race Stadium hosts.
• Seating: Reserved seats with excellent views of the racecourse.
• Dining: Access to food outlets within the Race Stadium, with options available to purchase.
• Drinks: Access to beverage outlets within the Race Stadium, with drinks available to purchase.
• Programme: Not specified in the supplied package details.
• Tour Access: Not specified in the supplied package details.
• Merchandise / Souvenirs: Access to the official SailGP Fan Store, with retail options available to purchase.
• Audience: Fans who want a lively grandstand atmosphere close to the racing.
• Dress Code: Not specified in the supplied package details.

2. Premium Waterfront Grandstand

New for 2026, the Premium Waterfront Grandstand gives you an elevated race day while keeping you within the grandstand atmosphere. This package is designed for fans looking for superior views, added comfort and included food and drink credit.

Available as a Saturday ticket or Sunday ticket only. This package is not available as a Weekend ticket.

• Entry & Access: Fast-track event entry.
• Seating: Centrally located seats within the Grandstand, offering superior views.
• Dining: Cashless wristband loaded with credit for one meal.
• Drinks: Cashless wristband loaded with credit for three drinks.
• Programme: Not specified in the supplied package details.
• Tour Access: Not specified in the supplied package details.
• Merchandise / Souvenirs: Not specified in the supplied package details.
• Audience: Fans looking for added comfort and convenience while remaining in the grandstand atmosphere.
• Dress Code: Not specified in the supplied package details.

3. VELA Beach Club

VELA Beach Club is a premium waterfront hospitality experience combining world-class racing with a social race day setting. With shaded viewing, complimentary culinary offerings and premium beverages, this package is designed for guests who want to enjoy the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix in style.

Available as a Saturday ticket, Sunday ticket or Weekend ticket.

• Entry & Access: Expedited VIP entry, plus access to simulator experiences, fan-friendly activities and the event atmosphere.
• Seating: Premium shaded viewing area with race views. Lounge-style seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Dining: Complimentary culinary offerings are included.
• Drinks: Premium beverages are included.
• Programme: Not specified in the supplied package details.
• Tour Access: Not specified in the supplied package details.
• Merchandise / Souvenirs: Not specified in the supplied package details.
• Audience: Guests looking for a premium waterfront hospitality experience with a social atmosphere.
• Dress Code: Not specified in the supplied package details.

Note: Inclusions may vary for specific race days – always check your individual event details for confirmation.

About Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix

Year Founded: SailGP launched in 2018, with its first season beginning in 2019.
Major Honours: Each Sail Grand Prix forms part of the Rolex SailGP Championship, an annual global competition contested by national teams.
Rivalries: Great Britain competes against leading national teams from across the SailGP fleet, including Australia, New Zealand, Spain, the United States and more.
Famous Athletes: Emirates GBR is led by elite British sailing talent, with SailGP featuring Olympic medallists, world champions and specialist F50 athletes across the fleet.

The Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix is one of the key events in the 2026 Rolex SailGP Championship, placing Great Britain at the centre of a global racing calendar. SailGP is built around identical 50-foot F50 foiling catamarans, helping to ensure that team performance, tactical judgement and athlete skill are decisive factors. The boats are capable of speeds exceeding 100 km/h in suitable conditions, making each race a close, technical and visually impressive contest.

Portsmouth is a fitting home for the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix, with Southsea Common providing a shoreline Race Stadium and the Solent creating a demanding racecourse. For British fans, the event offers the chance to support Emirates GBR on home waters while watching some of the world’s best sailing teams compete at close range.

For families, the Race Stadium offers activities, commentary and big-screen coverage to make the competition easy to follow. For friends, the event combines summer sport with Après-Sail entertainment. For corporate guests, premium hospitality packages offer a polished setting for client hosting, team rewards and special occasions.

Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix highlights

• The Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Portsmouth 2026 takes place on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th July 2026.
• The event returns to Southsea Common after a sold-out debut in 2025.
• 13 national teams are set to race on the Solent in the Rolex SailGP Championship.
• Race Stadium opening hours are listed as 2pm to 6:30pm BST on both race days, with racing scheduled from 4pm to 5:30pm BST.
• Jess Glynne will perform after racing on Saturday, with Craig David’s TS5 show closing the weekend on Sunday.
• The F50 catamarans are one-design foiling boats capable of reaching speeds over 100 km/h in suitable conditions.

What are Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix events like?

The Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix is fast, tactical and easy to follow from the shore. You will see national teams accelerate, foil, turn and race for position across a compact course, with every manoeuvre carrying real consequence.

The Race Stadium adds structure to the day, with commentary, screens, food and drink outlets, fan activities and premium hospitality options. With Emirates GBR racing at home and headline Après-Sail entertainment after racing, Portsmouth 2026 is set to be one of the standout sporting events of the summer.