What is the Sailing Regatta and Poker Run?
Set sail with Heart & Stroke NB at our inaugural Sailing Regatta & Poker Run at the Royal Kennebeccasis Yacht Club.
Crews will take to the water to compete for bragging rights, prizes, and a great cause, navigating a lively regatta combined with a poker run-style experience.
After the race, participants and guests will gather back onshore for an evening of celebration featuring dinner, awards, and entertainment, all in support of life-saving heart and stroke research, prevention, and recovery programs.
Every dollar raised helps improve the health of people across New Brunswick by funding critical research and supporting those affected by heart disease and stroke.
Event Details
Date
Saturday August 22nd 2026
Location
Royal Kennebeccasis Yacht Club (RKYC)
Registration & Check-In
3:00pm on Saturday August 22nd
Race Begins
4:00pm. Rain or Shine.
Evening Celebration
Dinner, Awards & Entertainment
Entry Fee & Participant Fundraising
$100 per person to enter
$1,000 Fundraising goal per boat
Boats compete in a friendly but competitive sailing race along a designated course on the river.
The Regatta
At select points along the route, crews collect cards. The best poker hand at the end of the race wins, adding a fun and strategic twist to the day.
The Poker Run
Prizes & Awards
Top Finishers in the Regatta
Saturday August 22nd 2026
Best Poker Hand
Royal Kennebeccasis Yacht Club (RKYC)
Top Individual Fundraiser
3:00pm on Saturday August 22nd
Top Fundraising Team
4:00pm. Ran or Shine.
Additional prizes and
on-site draws TBA
Dinner, Awards & Entertainment
Sponsorship Opportunities
Set sail with Heart & Stroke NB at our inaugural Sailing Regatta & Poker Run at the Royal Kennebeccasis Yacht Club.
Crews will take to the water to compete for bragging rights, prizes, and a great cause, navigating a lively regatta combined with a poker run-style experience.
After the race, participants and guests will gather back onshore for an evening of celebration featuring dinner, awards, and entertainment, all in support of life-saving heart and stroke research, prevention, and recovery programs.
Every dollar raised helps improve the health of people across New Brunswick by funding critical research and supporting those affected by heart disease and stroke.
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Sponsor Benefits Include
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Brand visibility on boats, buoys, signage and event materials
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Recognition on the event website and social media channels
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Invitations to dinner and evening festivities
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Unique experiences such as viewing the race from a private boat
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Opportunity to present awards and engage with participants
About the Venue
The Royal Kennebeccasis Yacht Club (RKYC) provides a stunning waterfront setting for the event, offering the perfect backdrop for racing, networking, and celebrating on the river
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Ready to set sail for a great cause?
Join us for the Sailing Regatta & Poker Run and make a difference on and off the water. You can support this event three different ways! By participating, donating or sponsoring you are helping Heart & Stroke NB: Fund life-saving research, support prevention initiatives and education, improve recovery and care for those impacted by heart disease and stroke.
Together, we can create healthier communities across New Brunswick.
For event questions, registration support, or sponsorship inquiries, please contact:
Meghan Weatherhead
Acting Vice President, Development & Partnerships
506-651-6626