The RYA Dinghy Show is back at Alexandra Palace in London on the 3rd and 4th March 2018!
It’s the only show in the world dedicated exclusively to dinghies – little boats that are mainly used for fun or for racing!
Whether you’re a racer or a cruiser, getting back into a boat or just getting started, The RYA Dinghy Show has something for everyone.
Here are the top five reasons you should totally visit this March!
Get interactive
Whatever your age, jump on board a simulator and have a go at sailing on dry land!
You can also lean back and hangout on the on the trapeze rig or pop on the 360º Oculus Rift googles and discover the feeling of flying across the water in this virtual sailing experience.
You can also test your driving skills on the throttle of a virtual 460 RIB and race your family on the Honda RYA Youth RIB simulator!
Check out awesome boats!
The show is packed to the rafters with hundreds of boats! You’ll find everything you need to get out on the water, whatever your age or experience.
Experts from the RYA will be on hand throughout the weekend with bags advice for you and your family, all to help get you sailing.
Meet sailing’s superstars
Maybe you’ve set your sights on becoming a future medallist or perhaps you’d like to pick the brains of a world champion sailor?
Throughout the weekend there’s plenty of opportunity to rub shoulders with members of the British Sailing Team.
Just drop by the new ‘Sailors Corner’ where guests include Olympic Gold Medallists Hannah Mills and Giles Scott!
Activities and competitions galore
There’s also the famous Dinghy Show Treasure Hunt where you can collect clues and stickers as you explore the show to win some amazing prizes.
Try your hand at knot tying or get your photo taken on the medal podium to feel like a real champion!
You can even win your very own Topper dinghy…
Kids go free
To top it all off, anyone under the age of 15 goes free with every paying adult.
So, don’t forget you can save and beat the queues by getting your tickets in advance!