- Perth announced as the Australian home of SailGP for 2027
- Australia Sail Grand Prix Perth to be held in Fremantle in February 2027
- Second year of three-year deal for global event in Western Australia
- Event forms part of the Cook Labor Government's economic diversification strategy to generate valuable tourism dollars for local businesses and support local jobs
Perth has secured the only Australian SailGP event on the 2027 global racing calendar, following its highly successful sold-out debut in 2026.
Western Australia will welcome back the Australia Sail Grand Prix Perth in February 2027 with fans expected to travel to Fremantle to witness the high-speed racing spectacle.
Perth will be the second stop on the 2027 SailGP calendar, driving increased visitation to Western Australia while also serving as the sole home race of the season for Australia's championship-leading BONDS Flying Roos team, adding to the excitement for local fans.
Western Australia's inaugural SailGP event in January 2026 was a sellout success, attracting over 12,000 attendees to Fremantle and surrounds, and injecting millions of dollars into the State's economy while generating enormous global media coverage that showcased Perth and Fremantle to the world, with similar results expected again in 2027.
Next year's event marks the second year of a three-year agreement to host SailGP in Western Australia from 2026 to 2028, reinforcing Western Australia's reputation as a premier destination for major international sporting events.
SailGP's seventh season will be the league's biggest global expansion to date, with 13 events scheduled across Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, South America and the Middle East.
New destinations Hong Kong and Europe will join the championship calendar in 2027, alongside the return of San Francisco and other iconic host cities around the world, placing Perth among a prestigious lineup of world-class international destinations.
The elite sailing event forms part of the Cook Labor Government's strategy to diversify the economy through major events that attract visitors, support local businesses and create jobs, while showcasing Western Australia to a global audience.
Final event dates will be confirmed shortly. Fans are encouraged to sign up to SailGP+ to ensure they don't miss out on the exclusive pre-sale window.
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As stated by Tourism Minister Reece Whitby:
"The Australia Sail Grand Prix will call Perth home and once again will bring incredible energy and excitement to Fremantle when it returns in February 2027.
"Following the highly anticipated debut event in 2026, where thousands of fans descended on Fremantle as part of a sell-out crowd, it's fantastic to lock in the dates for the second year of this prestigious international competition in Western Australia.
"SailGP is a truly global sporting spectacle that delivers major tourism and economic benefits for our State, attracting visitors, supporting local businesses and showcasing WA to millions of viewers around the world, and we're thrilled to be welcoming it back to our shores."
Comments attributed to Ports Minister Stephen Dawson:
"We'revery pleasedto welcome SailGP back to Fremantle in 2027.It'sa world-class event thatshowcasesour coastline and maritime heritage to a global audience, with high-speed racingclose toshore.
"This eventbrings international attention to Western Australia, positioning Fremantle as a leading waterfront destination. Events like this attract visitors, create localopportunitiesand help buildthe port city'sprofile."
As stated by Sport and Recreation Minister Rita Saffioti:
"The return of SailGP to Fremantle in 2027 presents another exciting opportunity for Western Australians to experience world-class sport in their own backyard.
"SailGP is the Formula 1 of sailing, these elite athletes compete at very high speeds and it's really exciting to watch.
"Following the success of the sold-out event here in 2026, we look forward to welcoming spectators back to Fremantle for another unforgettable weekend."
As stated by Fremantle MLA Simone McGurk:
"I am so pleased Fremantle will once again have the eyes of the world upon our shores when this event descends on Fremantle, a place with a rich sailing history.
"This year's event was a huge success for Fremantle with many travellers staying longer and spending more which is great for local businesses.
"SailGP also generated enormous global media coverage showcasing Fremantle's beautiful coast and historic town to millions of viewers around the world."
