- Multiple viewing options and fan experiences unveiled for inaugural Oracle Perth Sail Grand Prix presented by KPMG
- On-water access and an Australia-first waters-edge grandstand on offer for new sailing event in January 2026
- Pre-sale tickets and general public tickets available from August
- Supported by the Cook Government through Tourism WA
On-water access, a vibrant beach club and a water's edge grandstand provide spectacular viewing experiences at the first-ever Oracle Perth Sail Grand Prix, presented by KPMG.
Pre-sale tickets for the exciting new sailing event, which takes place from 17-18 January 2026, go on sale at 10am AWST Friday, 22 August 2025.
Supported by the Cook Government through Tourism WA, fans of the prestigious sailing event will be offered tiered pricing options across a range of experiences, including:
- Bring Your Own Boat: an on-water, front-row position to the high-speed action inside the Exclusion Zone;
- Waterfront Grandstand: an Australia-first for SailGP, the grandstand will offer elevated seating with prime views from the heart of the action, plus live commentary and big screens;
- Waterfront Premium & Platinum: elevated viewing deck with an all-inclusive gourmet food and beverage menu; and
- Beach Club: a relaxed, casual atmosphere on Bathers Beach to watch the action from shore, with food and drinks available to purchase.
Those who pre-register will gain early access to tickets at an exclusive price, while general tickets will be available at 10am AWST Thursday, 28 August 2025.
SailGP is one of the world's most fast-paced and prestigious sailing events, featuring 50-foot catamarans raced by teams from 12 nations at speeds of over 100km/h in close proximity to the shoreline.
The annual global championship takes place in major cities across the world including Abu Dhabi, New York and Saint Tropez, and in January 2026 will add Fremantle to the lineup as the first stop on the event's international tour.
The Perth Sail Grand Prix is anticipated to attract thousands of visitors to WA, injecting millions of dollars into the State's economy while also generating enormous global media coverage showcasing Perth and Fremantle.
Set to take place over two days, the event will include a minimum of three 15-minute races per day that will culminate in a final showdown between the three highest-scoring teams.
The event will return to WA in 2027 and 2028 as part of a three-year deal adding to Perth's growing annual calendar of events, and is another example of the Cook Government's economic diversification strategy.
Find out more at sailgp.com/Perth
As stated by Acting Tourism Minister Don Punch:
"The Perth Sail Grand Prix promises to be a fantastic experience, with fans able to watch 50-foot catamarans sail past them from a grandstand just metres from the action.
"We can't wait to welcome competitors and spectators from interstate and overseas to witness the exciting races from the shores of Bathers Beach or the water itself.
"The Cook Government is proud to have secured this premium event for three years which will put Fremantle on the world map.
"Attracting major events to WA is a key focus of our economic diversification strategy and we're confident it will bring thousands of visitors to our State and generate millions of dollars in visitor spend, boosting our bars and restaurants, hotels, and local businesses."
As stated by Fremantle MLA Simone McGurk:
"WA 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.
"Fremantle is the first event of the season next year before it heads off to New York, Saint Tropez and Abu Dhabi.
"This event will be great for Fremantle businesses and an opportunity to showcase everything beautiful Freo, as well as wider Perth, has to offer.'
"I encourage everyone to sign up for pre-sale tickets for what is sure to be a fantastic event of the summer."
