OKDIA News - 2026 Event updates: Europeans, Worlds, Autumn Trophy

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OKDIA News - 2026 Event updates: Europeans, Worlds, Autumn Trophy

by Robert Deaves 8 Apr 17:48 BST 5-12 June 2026

World Championship at Skovshoved, Denmark © Robert Deaves

Last call for 2026 World Championship

There are now more than 150 confirmed entries for the 2026 World Championship at Skovshoved, Denmark. The early entry deadline was 15th March, after which there is a surcharge for late entries.

Lots of information has been posted on the event website here and the Danes are planning a truly epic event for us with lots of historical significance. The entry form is on Manage2Sail here.

European Championship - photo © Robert Deaves

European Championship - photo © Robert Deaves

2026 European Championship

Entry has just opened for 2026 European Championship in Bruinisse, The Netherlands. It is being held from 8-13 September.

Entry is through Manage2Sail here

An event website with further information is being constructed here: 2026.okeuropeans.org

Autumn Trophy - Bandol - photo © Robert Deaves

Autumn Trophy - Bandol - photo © Robert Deaves

2026 Autumn Trophy - Bandol

Entry is open for 2026 Autumn Trophy in Bandol.

There's nothing quite like it. The 2026 OK Dinghy Autumn Trophy is being held from 15-19 September in Bandol, France. Entry is open, the NoR is published.

All details are on the OKDIA events website here

Spring Cup - Medemblik - photo © Robert Deaves

Spring Cup - Medemblik - photo © Robert Deaves

2026 Spring Cup - Medemblik

The traditional start of the European season - Already 32 entries

Entry and details here

2027 World Championship - Thailand

On the expression of interest page there are 118 sailors signed up, though predicted numbers are even higher. The Notice of Race is almost ready to publish and entry will open soon.

Watch the promo video above to get an overview of the venue:

The expression of interest is on the event website here

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