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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
AUGUST 10, 2026
ST. JOSEPH, Mich. — One of Lake Michigan's premier sailing traditions returns to St. Joseph over Labor Day Weekend as the annual Tri-State Regatta brings an overnight fleet of sailboats from Chicago for the first leg of the race series.
For generations, the Tri-State Regatta has been a highlight of the Lake Michigan sailing season, bringing together crews from across the region for a weekend of competitive racing, camaraderie and hospitality. Sailboats begin arriving in St. Joseph on Saturday morning following the overnight race from Chicago. The St. Joseph River Yacht Club welcomes the fleet for the first-leg finish before competitors depart Sunday morning for the next leg of the race.
While the racing takes place on Lake Michigan, the celebration continues ashore.
The public is invited to the St. Joseph River Yacht Club on Saturday, September 5, to enjoy the waterfront atmosphere, food available for purchase and live entertainment celebrating the arrival of the fleet. Dinner will be accompanied by live music from Jonny Love before the evening's featured performance by Libido Funk Circus begins at 8:00 p.m. Public admission is $10 after 5:00 p.m.
"The Tri-State Regatta has long been one of Lake Michigan's great sailing traditions, and we're proud to welcome sailors and visitors to St. Joseph each Labor Day Weekend," said Colin Anderson, Commodore of the St. Joseph River Yacht Club. "Tri-State Weekend is a wonderful opportunity to showcase our club, our community and our hospitality. Whether you're following the racing or joining us for the evening celebration, we invite everyone to experience this special tradition with us."
Located along the St. Joseph River just steps from downtown, the St. Joseph River Yacht Club has been a cornerstone of St. Joseph for more than 100 years. Dedicated to promoting a vibrant waterfront lifestyle, the club brings members together through boating, dining, entertainment and social events, while proudly carrying forward a tradition of hospitality during signature events such as the Tri-State Regatta.
For additional information about Tri-State Weekend, visit www.sjryc.com or follow the St. Joseph River Yacht Club on Facebook.
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