Welcome to the Bacardi Winter Series where the Melges 24 and J/70 sailors battle it out for race track supremacy.
The Bacardi Invitational Winter Series kicks off on 13-14 December 2025 at Shake-A-Leg Miami, with the second event unfolding from 23-25 January 2026.
After a day’s world class racing on the waters of Biscayne Bay, teams can enjoy the renowned Bacardi Happy Hour cocktails as well as Sailors’ parties and memorable shore-side hospitality for a fully immersive race and post-race experience hosted by the legendary Bacardi Rum brand.
The Bacardi Invitational Winter Series events lead into the season finale at the renowned Bacardi Cup Invitational Regatta, 1-7 March 2026. From 1-7 March 2026, the Star Class contests the 99th Bacardi Cup, with racing for the J70, Melges 24, VX One, and Viper 640 Classes from 5-7 March, 2026