Prizes to be Won
There are loads of prizes and prize money to be won at the Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta, along with our historic trophy collection.
Cash prizes for winners
Since the very first regatta in 1840, cash prizes have been awarded as a proportion of entry fees received for first, second and third places. The more entries in each race, the bigger the cash prize pool!
Early Bird $1,000 Cash Prize Draw
There’s a $1,000 cash prize awarded by random draw to a skipper in the keelboat, launch or tugboat divisions. To be eligible, you must enter before the early entry cut-off date of 31 December, take part in the regatta, and attend the Prizegiving ceremony where the draw will take place.
Historic trophy collection
Our historic trophy collection is valued at nearly $100,000, and is on permanent display at the Maritime Museum. Perhaps what’s most special about winning a race in the Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta is that your name is engraved on the trophy and you become a part of nautical history forever.
Spot prizes
There are loads of spot prizes to be won from our generous sponsors. But you must be at the Prizegiving ceremony to claim your prize!
Prizes to be won at Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta
Hawaiian holiday for two worth over $5,000
Hawaiian Airlines have again offered their generous support as a regatta sponsor for 2025. The major spot prize includes return flights to Honolulu for two people, and three nights at the fabulous Marriott Waikiki Beach Resort.
Ten days on Spirit of New Zealand
A young Regatta entrant between 16 and 18 years old will undertake a voyage of discovery that over 75,000 young people in the last 40 years have enjoyed. Entries are open now - click here for more info and to enter. The winner will be announced at prizegiving and must be present to claim the prize.
Paddle Board plus more prizes from Burnsco
Thanks to our incredibly generous sponsor Burnsco we have an Aqua Marina Monster Paddle Board valued at $950 to give away, along with 4 portable Bluetooth speakers, plus Burnsco dry bags and caps.
PredictWind Professional 1 Year Subscription
PredictWind is the world leader in wind forecasting, and there's a one-year Professional subscription to be won worth $499! The fully-featured Pro version includes all available forecast models, plus advanced weather routing and planning tools.
A Bungy and Bridge Climb
Ever tried the Auckland Bridge Climb? Or Bungy? Two lucky Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta prize winners will get the chance, with a pass for each to be won.
Explore Auckland Experiences
Explore the Hauraki Gulf with one of these fantastic experiences on offer - we have 2 vouchers for Americas Cup Sailing Experiences, 2 vouchers for the Tikapa Moana Whale & Dolphin Wildlife Cruise, and 2 vouchers to explore Tiritiri Matangi Island to give away.
Butterfly Creek Family Pass
See the butterfly house, Dinosaur Kingdom, NZ's only salt water crocodiles, farm animals, alligators, bugs, monkeys and a bird aviary, with a Family Pass including train ride, valued at $97. We've also got 2 double passes for 1 adult and 1 child, worth $52 each, to give away.
Boating New Zealand Subscriptions
Boating New Zealand is New Zealand's best selling marine magazine, and there are two 6 month subscriptions plus merch to be won.
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Tides Out Hauraki Gulf Map
A beautiful wooden depth map of the Hauraki Gulf worth $549, showing much of the inner gulf and some of it's myriad of islands. Amongst them are Rangitoto, Mototapu, Motuihe, Waiheke, Ponui, and Tiritiri Matangi.
Treasure Island - the original adventure golf
Miniature golf at its finest, with courses based on a pirate theme. A family pass is up for grabs!
Snow Planet
A Family 4hr Combo Pass valued at $334. For a family of four, it allows four hours on the slopes and includes rental equipment (skis or snowboard & boots + helmets).
MOTAT
There's two family passes to MOTAT to be won, which admit 2 adults and up to 4 children. New Zealand's largest transport and technology museum offers a fun and exciting learning experience for visitors of all ages.
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