Qingdao continue to makes efforts to build the city brand of “Sailing City”and vigorously develops sailing sports, sailing industry, and sailing culture. The citizens are active and enthusiastic in participating in sailing-related activities.

Aug 29-Sep 2: Lushang Cup Regatta
3 days of round the buoys racing
And 1 day distance race against competitive international sailing teams!!

Aug 29: Skippers Meeting, Practice Sailing, Opening Ceremony
Aug 30: Course Racing
Aug 31: Course Racing
Sep 1: Distance Race
Sep 2: Course Racing, Awards & Closing Ceremony

RACE IN A BENETEAU 40 – TEAM OF 8 SAILORS
(First prize – 4000 Euros!! Prizes for all teams)

RACE IN FLYING TIGER (33’) – TEAM OF 6 SAILORS
(First prize – 3000 Euros!! Prizes for all teams!)

Hosted by the
Qingdao Municipal Government and Qingdao Olympic Sailing Center

US team participation organized by the US-China Yachting Association LLC