Louis Vuitton 38^ America's Cup - Preliminary Regatta
The Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta - Sardinia officially marks the start of the thrilling “Road to Naples 2027”.
The spectacular racing in the magnificent Golfo degli Angeli will be complemented by a rich programme of onshore events for the many enthusiasts expected to arrive in Sardinia - one of the most beautiful islands in the world, blessed with extraordinary natural scenery and perfect conditions for sailing. A true jewel of the Mediterranean.
The event takes place across two venues in the heart of Cagliari.
Located in the city’s port, the entrance-free Race Village is the beating heart of the event: it hosts the main stage and large screens showing live coverage of the races.
Those wishing to watch the races with a privileged view over the Gulf can make their way to the Lazzaretto FanZone, on the seafront promenade, where the Italian Sailing Federation also hosts activities including Alessandra Sensini’s Foil Academy and the Para Sailing Academy for differently-able athletes, as well as large screens and refreshment areas.
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CagliariTHURSDAY, MAY 21ST
10 am Sailors Press Conference (ACE Press Office)
10 am Opening of Lazzaretto Fan Zone
12 pm Opening of AC38 Official Shop & refreshment area
6 pm Opening of Race Village
5 pm Opening Ceremony of Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta at Bastione di San Remy:
• 5 pm - 17:30 Press moment with Institutions/Institutional media Mixed zone
• 5.30 pm - 18:00 Speeches by the Authorities
• 6 pm - 18:30 Musical performance by the Orchestra of Teatro Lirico di Cagliari
• 6.30 pm - 19:00 Parade towards the Race Village
6.30 - 7 pm Parade from Bastione to the Race Village.
7 pm – 7.15 pm Ribbon cutting
7.20 pm - 8 pm AC Teams presentation on the main stage of the Race Village. Opening to the public.
Following: Musical performance on the main stage
9 pm Race Village closes
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FRIDAY, MAY 22ND
10 am Official AC38 Store & Refreshment Area Opening
10 am Lazzaretto Fan Zone Opening – Start of promotional sailing activities by the FIV (Italian Sailing Federation)
12 pm Race Village Opening
1 pm “Pre-race Show” on the main stage of the Race Village – Live entertainment programme.
1.30 pm "Dock-out Show" from the Race Village
2 pm – 2.30 pm Live local performance on the main stage of the Race Village.
2.15 pm – 2.30 pm “Fly by” Lazzaretto Fan Zone: All the teams will greet the public by getting as close as possible to the coast in front of the Lazzaretto.
3 pm – 5 pm Live races – The races can be followed live on all big screens: main stage, food court, Coast Guard building, and Lazzaretto Fan Zone.
6 pm “Dock-in Show” on the main stage of the Race Village. Meeting with the teams and post-race commentary.
6.30 pm – 8 pm Live local performance on the main stage of the Race Village
8 pm Race village and Lazzaretto Fan Zone close.
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SATURDAY, MAY 23RD
10 am Official AC38 Store & Refreshment Area Opening
10 am Lazzaretto Fan Zone Opening – Start of sailing activities by FIV (Italian Sailing Federation)
12 pm Race Village Opening
1 pm “Pre-race Show” on the main stage of the Race Village – live entertainment programme.
1.30 pm “Dock-out show” from the Race Village
2 pm – 14:30 Live local performance on the main stage of the Race Village.
2.15 pm – 2.30 pm “Fly by” Lazzaretto Fan Zone: All teams will greet the public by getting as close as possible to the coast in front of the Lazzaretto.
3 pm – 5 pm Live races – The races can be followed live on all big screens: main stage, food court, Coast Guard building and Lazzaretto Fan Zone.
6 pm “Dock-in Show” on the main stage of the Race Village. Meeting with the teams and post-race comments.
6.30 pm – 8 pm Live local performance on the main stage of the Race Village
8 pm Race village and Lazzaretto Fan Zone close.
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SUNDAY, MAY 24TH
10 am Opening of the Official AC38 Store & refreshment area
10 am Opening of the Lazzaretto Fan Zone – Start of promotional sailing activities by FIV (Italian Sailing Federation)
12 pm Opening of the Race Village
1 pm “Pre-race show” on the main stage of the Race Village – live entertainment programme.
1.30 pm “Dock-out show” from the Race Village
2 pm - 14:30 Live local performance on the main stage of the Race Village.
2.15 pm - 2.30 pm “Fly by” Lazzaretto Fan Zone: All teams will greet the public by getting as close as possible to the coast opposite the Lazzaretto.
3 pm - 5 pm Live races – Races can be followed live on all big screens: main stage, food court, Coast Guard building, and Lazzaretto Fan Zone.
6 pm Closing of Lazzaretto Fan Zone – All fans will be invited to move towards the main stage of the Race Village
6.30 pm- 7 pm CLOSING AND AWARD CEREMONY - Celebration
7 pm- 8 pm Live local performance at the Race village
8 pm Race Village closes
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COLLATERAL EVENTS
THURSDAY, MAY 21ST
5 PM at Bastione di Saint Remy - Inauguration ceremony and concert by the Orchestra of Teatro Lirico di Cagliari.
Music programme:
G. Rossini, Finale dall'Ouverture del Guglielmo Tell Inno d'Italia (Orchestra e coro)
L. van Beethoven, Inno alla gioia dalla Sinfonia n. 9 (Orchestra e Coro)
G. Bizet, Carmen, Prelude
G. Verdi, Va pensiero dal Nabucco
G. Rossini, Ouverture, Il Barbiere di Siviglia
G. Puccini, Nessun dorma dalla Turandot
At the end of the concert, there will be a parade that from Bastione di Saint Remy will cross the following streets: Via De Candia, Via Università, la Porta dei Leoni to Via G. Mazzini, Piazzetta Martiri, Viale Regina Margherita, Via Roma for the ribbon cutting ceremony.
The parade will be open from the Tamburini and Trombettieri from Oristano, wearing their traditional Medieval dresses; following, Gruppo Villanova di Cagliari Provincia Sud Sardegna - Gruppo Is Meurreddus Pro Loco di Iglesias - Gruppo maschere etniche Su Bundhu di Orani - Provincia Medio Campidano - Gruppo Folk Sant’Isidoro di Samassi - Provincia di Oristano - Gruppo folk Pro Loco di Samugheo - Provincia Ogliastra - Gruppo Folk Abba Frida di Arzana - Provincia di Nuoro - Gruppo Folk Don Milani Dorgali - Gruppo maschere etniche Merdules e Boes di Ottana - Provincia di Sassari - Gruppo folk A Manu Tenta di Osilo - Provincia Gallura - Gruppo folk Città di Tempio - Gruppo maschere etniche Mamuthones e Issohadores di Mamoiada - Tenore Remunnu ‘e Locu di Bitti - Gruppo 10 launeddas Associazione Sardinia Insulae di Villaputzu.
At 7 pm after the ribbon cutting, the teams taking part to the competition will be introduced to the public: La Roche-Posay Racing Team - Tudor Team Alinghi - Luna Rossa Emirates Team New Zealand.
At the end there will be a brief performance by some folk groups, a short ritual of the traditional carnival masks, the tenor singing with the Bittese group “Remunnu ‘e Locu”, the launeddas duo Andrea Pisu and Giancarlo Seu, and a special guest, Francesco Demuro who, accompanied by the guitar of Nino Manca and the accordion of Gianuario Sannia, will perform some songs from the “Logudorese” heritage.
FRIDAY, MAY 22ND
At 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM The group “Fantasias de Ballos” with the music and sounds of Sardinian dances.
At 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM The Art of Giants, Gavino Murgia in quintet, a show that blends music, art, and technology, to tell the soul of a legendary Island.
SATURDAY, MAY 23RD
At 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM Performance by Moses Concas in duo: a famous harmonica player, internationally recognized for his 'beatbox' technique, recently gaining national attention for having composed the original soundtrack of the film La vita va così, shot in southern Sardinia.
At 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Piero Marras and his band performance: a celebrated Sardinian singer-songwriter and musician, considered a pioneer and prominent figure of the regional ethnic music scene, blending island tradition and world music.
SUNDAY, MAY 24TH
At 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM Royal Circus Light Orchestra, a quartet that performs music from the 1920s and 1930s, using instruments such as trombone and tuba, all seasoned with a strong dose of irony and theatrical skill.
At 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Famiglia Tamuritta, a duo extracted from a well-known band in the regional indie scene, offering a showcase of famous movie soundtracks, with the special feature of a very talented violinist.
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