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Chicago Yacht Club

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Founded in 1875, Chicago Yacht Club is one of the oldest and most respected yacht clubs in the world.
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Its mission is to encourage, promote, and develop knowledge, participation, and enjoyment of all aspects of yachting. ABOUT CHICAGO YACHT CLUB: Founded in 1875, the Chicago Yacht Club is one of the oldest and most respected yacht clubs in the world. To that end, the Club hosts many world class competitions and Predicted-Log events, including its signature Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac and nu

merous North American and World Championships. The Club is also recognized as a leader in sailing education, with one of the largest junior sailing programs in the United States. The Club is home to nearly 1500 members, including winning America’s Cup skippers, Olympic medalists and hopefuls, and outstanding boaters of all types, from ages 4 to 104. The Club offers an array of spectacular off-the-water amenities, including fine dining, full-service catering, and year-round activities for its diverse membership at two locations on the city’s shoreline, at Monroe and Belmont Harbors. Learn more at chicagoyachtclub.org.

05/28/2026

Chicago. Let’s do this!

The Windy City Boat & Yacht Show arrives June 12–14 at Burnham Harbor.

This is where you step aboard, compare your options, and find your next boat—all in one place!

⚓ Power & sail boats (new + brokerage)
🔍 Side-by-side comparisons you can’t get online
💰 Limited time show specials
🎶 Live music, food & lakefront energy
⛵ Sailing + cruising sessions
🥂 Yacht Club Lounge

In partnership with Chicago Harbors, Suntex Marinas, Choose Chicago, and the Chicago Park District.

🎟️ Tickets on sale now at https://bit.ly/3LJW7jj

05/26/2026

🇺🇸 Thank you to everyone who joined us for our time-honored Memorial Day Flag Raising Ceremony!

Chicago Yacht Club would like to extend its sincere gratitude to our nation's veterans and active service members for everything they do.

05/19/2026

Our friends at Scuttlebutt Sailing News have proclaimed the "Ten Commandments of Beercan Racing," and our 2026 Belmont Skyline Series format fits the bill!

Starting tomorrow, join us at Belmont Station on Wednesdays for Race Days and Rally Days!

⛵ You can learn everything you need to know about our new Belmont Skyline format and register here: https://loom.ly/xQiroJI

🔗 Check out the Ten Commandments of Beercan Racing Here: https://loom.ly/OySHl08

05/18/2026

Chicago Yacht Club took full advantage of this weekend's lovely weather for our C*C Experience! ☀️ We had a wonderful time showing off all things C*C, both on and off the water.

If you're interested in learning for yourself about all Chicago Yacht Club has to offer, visit the link below to inquire today!

🔗 https://loom.ly/Cu6gIwY

05/15/2026

Last night, C*C welcomed Golden Globe Racer Guy DeBoer to Monroe Station for a meet and greet a discussion of what it takes to comeback from a devastating incident in the toughest solo, non-stop, around-the-world yacht race.

To learn more about Guy's story and his comeback for the 2026 Golden Globe Race, visit the link below!
🔗https://loom.ly/RK8SHVU

05/12/2026

🛟⚓ As the on-the-water season begins in Chicago, C*C hosted its Safety at Sea course to prepare participants to handle a variety of on-the-water emergencies. When it comes to being on the water, safety always comes first!

05/09/2026

Chic Meets Ship for our Annual Ladies Luncheon! 🌷

Attendees enjoyed a nautical marketplace, complimentary professional headshots, and an inspiring talk by Madeline Crispell of the Chicago Maritime Museum celebrating the Women of the Great Lakes “Sailors, Keepers, Racers and More!"

Unable to attend? C*C Members are invited to join the C*C Women for their second "Anchored in Wellness" event on Saturday, May 23.

05/08/2026

Yesterday's passing storms left an incredible rainbow over Monroe Station! 🌈

While we can't always promise rainbows, C*C Members are invited to drop by for our Weekday Happy Hour with a stunning view of Monroe Harbor!

05/07/2026

Join us at Monroe Station on Thursday, May 14 for an exclusive Meet & Greet and special presentation with Golden Globe Race skipper Guy DeBoer!

Learn firsthand what it took for Guy to rebuild and recalibrate from a devastating incident during the 2022 Golden Globe Race. Now less than four months from the 2026 running, Guy is preparing for his historic comeback!

Space is limited so reserve your spot today!
🔗 https://loom.ly/WrwBlSE

05/04/2026

Interested in learning more about what life at Chicago Yacht Club looks like? Join us on Saturday, May 16 for the C*C Experience: On and Off the Water!

This Prospective Member Reception provides the opportunity to visit C*C's Monroe Clubhouse, learn more about Club life from current Members and explore how C*C can help you spend your summer on the lake!

To learn more about everything that Membership at Chicago Yacht Club has to offer, request an invitation at the link below!

🔗 https://loom.ly/9WWqcZk

05/03/2026

C*C’s Belmont Station is off to the races and officially open for the 2026 season! 🏇

Drop by Belmont Station this week, Wednesday-Friday, for our Weekday Happy Hour! 🥂

Address

400 E. Monroe
Chicago, IL
60603

Telephone

+13128617777

Website

http://ChicagoYachtClub.org/

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