Norm Blanchard W.O.O.D. Regatta 2026

The Center for Wooden Boats’ annual Norm Blanchard W.O.O.D. Regatta is a regional racing opportunity on Seattle’s Lake Union. The organizer’s tentative September 19 schedule covers registration, a skippers’ meeting, races and a separate-ticket BBQ with awards.

Entry is for ages 12 and up, subject to the organizer’s experience requirements. Youth need a parent-completed waiver and Youth Sailing 2 or equivalent; adults planning to use CWB boats need the stated livery qualification. At least one blue-card holder must be aboard a CWB boat.

Bringing your own eligible boat and joining a CWB boat have different registration arrangements. Read the full rules and fee details before booking; the event is not an introductory drop-in sailing lesson.

Plan your visit

• When: September 19, 2026, tentative schedule: registration 9:30–10:30 AM; skippers’ meeting 10:30 AM; first race noon; BBQ and awards 4:30–6 PM Pacific.
• Where: The Center for Wooden Boats — South Lake Union, 1010 Valley Street, Seattle, WA, 98109
• Admission and registration: Registration and eligibility checks required. Entry prices are not stated on the information page. BBQ tickets are separate; verify fees and availability with CWB.

CWB regatta schedule, eligibility and registration

Details checked September 12, 2026. Schedules and availability may change; check with the organizer before traveling. This is an independent calendar listing, not the organizer’s booking page.

AI-generated editorial illustration; not a photograph of this event or a guide to the actual dock layout.