The Newport Bucket Regatta will not take place in 2015. Previously organised by Bucket Regattas, the event will return in July 2016, under new management of Newport Shipyard owner Charlie Dana and Bannister’s Wharf owner David Ray and a new name, the ‘Candy Store Cup’.

Aerial view of Newport Bucket Regatta – Photo by Billy Black

“I’m confident that Charlie and Eli Dana and David Ray will create an event that, like the Bucket, will bring spectacular superyachts together with sportsmanship and camaraderie,” commented Bruce Brakenhoff, Jr., Bucket Steward and Perini Navi USA President. “These Newport stalwarts have the local relationships and knowledge to carve out a new chapter for superyacht racing in Newport. The Bucket stewards are very pleased that the Newport Bucket racing tradition will continue in New England and look forward to working with the new organizers to help ensure future success.”

Newport Bucket Participant – Luxury sailing yacht Meteor – Photo by Billy Black

The Candy Store Cup is set to run in New England next summer, with provisional dates of July 21-24, 2016. According to Newport Shipyard and Bannister’s Wharf teams, a shift to earlier summer dates will make it easier for more of the majestic sailing yachts to be in the neighborhood.

Newport Bucket Superyacht Marie – Photo by Billy Black

“Newport Shipyard is a longtime supporter and friend of the Bucket,” said Charlie Dana. “Initially, it was more of a party for the biggest sailing yachts that had no races to enter. Here we are three decades later with such spectacular racing and imagery that the sailing fraternity is not only agog but out in full force. Racing these boats is something I never would have dreamt possible as a child. How lucky we are. We can’t wait. ”