Your Volvo Ocean Race Docket…May 15th-17th!

 

 

This weekend is your final opportunity to make your way over to Fort Adams State Park and revel in the excitement that the Volvo Ocean Race has brought to Newport.   Lucky for you, this weekend brings a “boat-load” of dynamic events that will both enlighten and entertain you.  The Race Village itself is free to enter and is set-up to provide some insight into the lives of these seasoned sailors.  A true testament to the resilience and power of these men, women and their vessels.

May 16th & May 17th 

Inside the fort you can expect these free events!

• zip lines
• climbing wall
• giant Jenga game
• paddle boats
• obstacle course for little feet
• interactive mural

Outside the fort you will see:

• Heineken Docks Beer Garden
• Moet Bars
• Mount Gay Rum Bars
• Vendors
• Live Music
• Dock Party
• Pier Bar
• Exploration Zone
• And much more!

Other weekend highlights include:

May 15

• Try Sailing
• Moth Exhibition
• Team Alvimedica media event
• Another Day At The Office – Race Show Studio- times vary
• Pro Races
• Dock Party
• Lobster Boat Race
• And more…complete schedule here

May 16

• Sailors Parade
• Another Day At The Office – Race Show Studio- times vary check the schedule here.
• Moth Exhibition Show
• In-port Racing
• Try Sailing
• IPR Prize Giving Ceremony
• And more…complete schedule here

May 17

• Sailors Parade
• Moth Exhibition Show
• In-port Racing
• Try Sailing
• Dock Party
• Another Day At The Office – Race Show Studio- times vary
• And more…complete schedule here

Final Ceremonies

• Leg Restart Dock-Out Show -11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m
• Official Leg Restart at 2 p.m.

Come and enjoy the chance to learn from and interact with this incredible display of sailing prowess.