The city is set to become the epicenter of high-performance racing sailing.
Have you ever seen a catamaran fly over the water at more than 100 km/h? On September 5 and 6, you have the opportunity to see it live, from the shore, in València. SailGP has chosen the city as the host venue for the Spain Grand Prix until 2028, and the first edition promises to be a spectacle that will be hard to forget.
When is SailGP in València?
Mark your calendar: Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6, 2026. The qualifying sessions will take place on Saturday, and the finals will arrive on Sunday, with all the excitement packed into just a few hours and from very close to the shore. The exact schedules for each session will be published on sailgp.com as they are confirmed, so we recommend keeping it on your radar.
Can I watch it from the shore?
Yes, and that is one of the great advantages of SailGP: the races are held very close to the coast, so you can follow the action from land without missing a thing. The competition will take place in front of València's seafront, in an environment that is already well-acquainted with major nautical events: the America's Cup was held here, and it is also home to the SM La Reina Trophy.
The exact location of the village, the grandstands, and public access points will be announced soon. As soon as we know, we will update it here.
How do I get tickets?
Tickets for the Spain Sail Grand Prix are already on sale on the official SailGP website. You can choose from different options: general admission, premium viewing areas, and VIP packages with paddock access. If you want to secure a good spot, you'd better not leave it to the last minute: it's the first year in València and expectations are high.
You can buy tickets for one of the two days or for the whole weekend. One-day tickets start at 44 euros for children (between 5 and 17 years old) and 72 euros for adults. Weekend tickets start at 69 euros for children and 115 euros for adults. There is a 15% discount on the purchase of two adult and two child tickets for weekend passes.
What exactly will you see?
SailGP is the most spectacular high-speed international sailing championship in the world. Teams compete in identical F50 catamarans, machines equipped with foils—hydrodynamic wings that literally lift the hull above the water—capable of exceeding 100 km/h over the sea surface.
Each grand prix features thirteen teams from thirteen countries: Australia, Canada, Denmark, Spain, the United States, France, Great Britain, Italy, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Germany, and Brazil. The races are short, intense, and held very close to the shore, making them a perfect spectacle for the public. You don't need to know anything about sailing to enjoy it.
The Spanish team: Los Gallos compete at home
The Spanish SailGP team is called "Los Gallos" (The Roosters), and they have plenty of reasons to shine in València. They are the champions of the circuit's fourth season, one of the youngest groups to ever pass through SailGP, and this time, they are competing right in front of their home fans.
The skipper is Diego Botín, alongside Florian Trittel. The team is completed by flight controller Joel Rodríguez, tactician Joan Cardona, strategist Nicole van der Velden, and grinder Bernardo Freitas. A crew packed with talent, experience, and the extra motivation of competing at home. It's hard not to cheer for them.
Why it's worth going
Beyond the competition itself, SailGP in València will feature a program of activities for the general public: a village area, hospitality, nautical technology exhibitions, and experiences for all profiles, whether you are a sailing enthusiast or simply want to spend a great weekend by the sea.
And if you combine the event with everything the city has to offer in September beach, gastronomy, nightlife you have a weekend plan that's hard to beat.
How to get to the seafront?
The most convenient option during the days of the event is public transport. You can get there by metro (lines 3 and 5, Marítim-Serreria or Neptú stops), by city bus (lines 4, 19, 92, and 95 from the city center), or by bicycle using the city's extensive network of bike lanes. The port area gets very busy during major events, so it's best to leave the car at home and enjoy the ride.
