Saturday, August 22, 2026

A2C is a point-to-point race from Annapolis to Cambridge
Racers pass 4 iconic Chesapeake Bay lighthouses on their way to the finish line!

• This event is open to boats of the following classes: PHRF A, B, C, N • PHRF Cruiser Spinnaker • PHRF Cruiser Non-Spinnaker • ORC Open • ORC Performance Cruiser • CRCA Racer • CRCA Cruiser • CRCA Non-Spinnaker • J/29 • J/105 • Multihull
• Entry fees are as follows: $70 for paid entries received by 0930 on Saturday, 15 August 2026 • $100 for paid entries received after 0930 on Saturday, 15 August 2026, but before 0930 on Friday, 21 August 2026.
• Post-race Party: All skippers and crew are invited to the post-race party on the CYC lawn. There's music and games for all to enjoy - it's the best party on the Eastern Shore! Skippers and crew will each receive one (1) free drink ticket. A full buffet, fresh oysters, and additional drink tickets will be available for purchase onsite; advance tickets available soon.
• Farewell Breakfast: A free “Farewell Breakfast” with donuts and coffee will be available to racers beginning at 0800 on Sunday, 23 August 2026.
• Transportation: A shuttle bus from CYC to Annapolis on Saturday evening, 22 August 2026, will be available. Tickets will be $35 per person (non-refundable).

DOCKAGE AT EYC 
Out-of-town boats that wish to launch and/or haul and/or berth at EYC on Friday, 22 August 2025 are encouraged to contact the EYC Waterfront Director as early as possible to make the necessary arrangements (available space will be allocated on a first come, first-served basis. EYC extends the courtesy of its galley and bar to competitors). Contact: waterfront@eastportyc.org; (410) 990-0765

DOCKAGE AT CAMBRIDGE YACHT CLUB
 A Cambridge Yacht Club (CYC) Docking Guide will be posted to the Official Notice Board as soon as details are confirmed.