Welcome to the Bacardi Invitational Winter Series where the Melges 24 and J/70 sailors battle it out for race track supremacy.

The Bacardi Invitational Winter Series kicks off on 18-19 December 2021 at Shake-A-Leg Miami, with the second event unfolding from 28-30 January 2022 in partnership with the Biscayne Bay Yacht Club. 2021/2022 marks the fourth edition of the Bacardi Invitational Winter Series.

After a day’s world-class racing on the waters of Biscayne Bay, teams can enjoy the renowned Bacardi Happy Hour cocktails as well as Sailors’ parties and memorable shore-side hospitality for a fully immersive race and post-race experience hosted by the legendary Bacardi Rum brand.

The Bacardi Invitational Winter Series events lead into the season finale at the renowned Bacardi Cup Invitational Regatta, 9-12 March 2022. From 6-12 March 2022, the Star Class contests the 95th Bacardi Cup, with racing for the J70, Melges 24, Viper 640, and VX One Classes from 9-12 March 2022.