Qingdao, Olympic Sailing Centre
Qingdao, China
- Arrival
- 04-06 March 2026
- Start
- 12 Mar 2026
- Editions
- 6
20 Years
China’s Sailing City of Qingdao has been one of the highlights of the Clipper Race route since 2006 and Qingdao stopovers get bigger and better each time. Now heading into its 20 years as a Host Port and Team Partner, there’s no doubt that when the Clipper Race fleet arrives, its welcome into the city will be warmer than ever.
Located on the Shandong Peninsula in Jiaozhou Bay, Qingdao attracts millions of visitors each year who are drawn to the city by its coastal charm, vibrant food and drink scene, and picturesque sights. With so much to offer, the city is always a hit with Clipper Race Crew.
4 - 6 March
Welcome the fleet
Olympic Sailing Center Marina
Come and visit the world's largest matched fleet of ocean racing yachts and our extraordinary crews as they arrive into Qingdao, celebrating our longest standing Host Port and Team Partner of 20 years. Visit the official Race Tracker to follow the race fleet and to plan your visit.
7 - 12 March
Discovery Zone
Do you want to learn more about the Clipper Race, the world's toughest ocean challenge? Then come and visit the Clipper Race Discovery Dome where you can learn about this incredible adventure and how you can get involved in the next edition.
9 March 2026
Discovery Talk
Media Centre Reception Room
1830 - 1930
Calling all adventurers! Have you got what it takes to cross the world's toughest oceans in the next edition of the Clipper Race? Discover more about the selection process, training, the race, the fleet, stopovers, personal logistics and most importantly the race crew. You'll either walk away inspired or scared. One thing you won't be is bored.
12 March 2026
Race Start
Olympic Sailing Center Marina
Departure Ceremony | 0930
Parade of Sail | 1230 - 1300
Transit to Le Mans Start | 1230 onwards
Qingdao Arrivals
Join the Race
40,000nm. 5 Oceans. 1 Circumnavigation. See you on the start line.