Cowes Week 2024 continues into day four, with every event since 2006 hosting a unique take on Women's Day on Tuesday (today (July 30).

The day celebrates the contribution and achievement of women in sailing, recognising some of the major successes of women in the sport.

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Here’s what’s going on today.

Women's Day

To celebrate women in maritime, Tall Ships Youth Trust (TSYT) are hosting a Women's Day Panel from 12pm - 2pm at the Island Sailing Club. 

The panel represents two decades of inspirational women whose maritime journeys started with them.

The panellists include active volunteers, global navigators, history-making captains and more. 

These trailblazing women will share their lived experiences and talk about how TSYT helped kick-start their maritime journeys.

Cowes Parade

TSYT and the RNLI are, once again, teaming up to bring you daily competitions in their marquee in the Regatta Village. Pop over and give it a try!

Paolo hits the stage at 1pm to 3pm, followed by JC & Angela (3pm – 5pm), Hanging Baskets Duo (5pm – 6.30pm), MDNA (7pm – 8.30pm) and the Elton John Tribute closing the show from 9pm to 10.30pm.

Cowes Yacht Haven

At the Yacht Haven, the usual Range Rover Dynamic Challenge is taking place.

All are welcome to come along for the ride between 9am and 6pm.

Live music will be performed through the afternoon:

  • 12.30pm – 2.30pm: Emily Wild
  • 5.30pm – 6.30pm: Harriet Jane
  • 7pm – 8.30pm: John McKinnie
  • 8.30pm – 10.30pm: Accelerators

Range Rover Dynamic Challenge at Cowes Week 2024Range Rover Dynamic Challenge at Cowes Week 2024 (Image: IWCP)

Classic Boat Museum

Open every day during Cowes Week from 12.30pm to 4pm, the Classic Boat Museum boasts over 70 boats, sailing, motor and lifeboats.

Last entry is at 3.15pm.

Cowes High Street

The usual music, entertainers, face painting and glitter tattoos can be found throughout the High Street again today, between 11am and 6pm.

The High Street during Cowes Week 2024The High Street during Cowes Week 2024 (Image: IWCP)

Live music at Cowes pubs

The Globe

  • 1pm – 3pm: Ben Stubbs
  • 3pm – 7pm: Steve Stimson
  • 8pm – 11pm: Dance Monkeys

The Anchor

  • 2pm – 5pm: The Wayfarers
  • 9.30pm – midnight: Pinstripe

The Fountain

  • 7pm – 9pm: Fools Errand

The Duke of York

  • 8.30pm – late: Mufti Day

Yacht Club Function (by invitation)

Cowes Week Ladies Lunch will be held at 12.30pm, followed by the Royal Yacht Squadron Regatta Ball at 7pm.

Between 7pm and 11pm, the Royal Ocean Racing Club hosts its Mexican BBQ and Crew Party.