The festival, which started on March 21, is bringing together international sailors, tourists and locals for a week of races.
Dominica: The P.A.Y.S. 2026 Yachting Festival has already commenced in Dominica, beginning from March 21 and is scheduled to be a week-long event concluding on March 27, 2026.
The Portsmouth Association of Yachting Services (PAYS) along with Offshore Passage Opportunities (OPO), the Dominica Ministry of Tourism, and the Discover Dominica Authority, are the hosts of week long event.
According to the Portsmouth Association of Yachting Services (PAYS), the festival highlights will include five days of guided tours, a two-day race to Mero Regatta, vibrant beach parties, local culinary showcases, and live entertainment on the schedule.
The P.A.Y.S. Yachting Festival will bring together international cruisers and sailors, as well as residents and visiting tourists, who will all take part in these different engaging activities and entertainment as they explore the Nature Island and its culture.
According to the Ministry of Tourism, this week-long event will support the local businesses as the yachting community explores the beauty of the Nature Island. Moreover, the incoming sailors will also help contribute to the country’s growing tourism sector.
The Ministry of Tourism posted on Facebook about this ongoing festival, highlighting its significance for Dominica. In their post, the Ministry invited the locals and visitors to participate and share the experience.
The previous yacht festivals have been a major success in terms of turnout and participation from the sailors, locals and visitors. This event is also about giving back to the community through different projects like planting trees, cleaning beaches, etc.