Tall Ship James Craig, 1874 | Balmain Regatta Workboat Convoy 2025

The Work Boat Convoy will be a parade of workboats crossing the start line and running a course on the harbor before returning to Balmain Sailing Club.

Tall Ship James Craig will follow the convoy and participate in the Tall Ship Division. There will be many beautiful work boats bringing us back to yesteryear of Sydney's working harbour.

The Balmain Regatta has been a landmark event in Sydney's maritime calendar since 1849. The Regatta has always celebrated a wide range of watercraft and, from its earliest days, included events for watermen in their rowing skiffs, small and big boat yachts, and novelty events. Always held on the last Sunday in October, the Regatta features races starting between the Balmain Sailing Club and Cockatoo Island and an onshore community party with band, bar, and barbecue. It remains true to its origins and is now Sydney's last suburban regatta.

Tall Ship James Craig, 1874 will depart from Wharf 7, 58 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont NSW

Boarding will start from 9.40am

Day's Itinerary

10am James Craig Departs Wharf 7

11.10am Water Cannon

11.30am Work Boat Convoy Commences off Cockatoo Island from Camber Wharf

The Convoy proceeds to and around Fort Denison

Tall Ship James Craig, 1874 will participate in the Tall Ship Division of the Workboat Convoy

12pm Sailboat Regatta commences on Eastern side of Cockatoo Island

12.30 pm Work Boat Convoy concludes

Harbour Cruise and more spectating of the Regatta

2pm James Craig Arrives Wharf 7

BYO PIcinic - Alcohol and Beverages will be served at the Cash Bar on board.

(no BYO alcohol please - we are a licensed venue)

• Stilettos, sharp-heeled shoes, and smoking are strictly prohibited.

*Please be aware that the weather can change during the day. A windproof jacket is useful, whatever the weather, as it may be breezy and cold out on the Harbour.

*Please note that due to the heritage nature of all our heritage vessels, they are unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. Access to toilets is by a step on the deck.

*Please read through the terms and conditions carefully before booking.

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