Mid to Late June Sailing Events

June Sailing Events

Local brewery and winery sails, plus Father's Day Weekend events

Join us in June as the best of Santa Cruz's brewers and winemakers return for your favorite Local Beer and Wine Tastings sails and nights. Bring Dad aboard on as we celebrate Father's Day. Summer is in full swing and we can't wait to sail with you!

Father's Day Weekend Sails | Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21
Spend the day with your dad and enjoy the fun of sailing on the Monterey Bay.
1 PM | 1-hour | $20
3 PM | 1.5-hours | $30
5:15 PM | 1-hour | $20 (Sunday only)
7:15 PM | 1.5-hours | $30

Wine Tasting feat. Private Vine Wines | Wednesday, June 24 at 6:30 PM
Sip and sail your way around the bay as Private Vine Wines (formerly Vino Tabi Winery) comes aboard with their signature varietals and light h'orderves. This sail is a fun way to learn about the winemaking process and take in the beauty along the coastline. Tickets are $40 and advance purchase is required.

Beer Sampling feat. Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing | Friday, June 26 at 7:15 PM

Photo credit: Jake J. Thomas Photography.

Our sailing season is full speed ahead and our local-favorite Beer Sampling sails are back for your enjoyment! Kick off your weekend on select Friday nights with craft beer from the best brewers in town, paired with delicious pizza from Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery. You'll get to meet some of the team behind the brews and enjoy the amazing view of the coastline and bay from the catamaran. Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing is coming aboard next on June 26 and tickets are $40. Advance purchase is required.


Independence Day Events | July 4th Afternoon & Evening Sails
Come celebrate Independence Day on one of our four exciting sails on Saturday, July 4. Our sails are a memorable way to enjoy the holiday and fun for the whole family. We have a full day of sails for you, so join us either early in the day for an afternoon sail or for our special 1.5-hour late evening sail, that will put you in prime position to view any of the fireworks. Get your tickets today!

2015 Memorial Day Weekend Sails

enjoy memorial day weekend aboard the 

65' team O'Neill catamaran

Saturday, May 23

1 PM 1-hour Day Sail | $20/ticket

3 PM 1.5-hour Day Sail | $30/ticket

7 PM 1.5-hour Sunset Sail | $30/ticket

Sunday, May 25

1 PM 1-hour Day Sail | $20/ticket

3 PM 1.5-hour Day Sail | $30/ticket

Monday, May 25—Memorial Day

1 PM 1-hour Day Sail | $20/ticket

3 PM 1.5-hour Day Sail | $30/ticket

7 PM 1.5-hour Sunset Sail | $30/ticket

Kids 0-4 sail free all weekend! Purchase your tickets today.

MORE upcoming sailing events

June 5: First Beer Sampling Sail of the season 

Featuring Discretion Brewing @ 7:15 PM | $40/ticket

June 17: First Wine Tasting Sail of the season 

Featuring Bonny Doon Winery @ 7:15 PM | $40/ticket

June 20 & 21: Father's Day Weekend Sails 

Various 1- and 1.5-hour sails throughout each day

OYC Kicks Off Summer 2015 Sailing Season

PUBLIC SAILING SEASON BEGINS MAY 9

BOOK YOUR TICKETS ONLINE TODAY! 

Upcoming Special Events

   May 9 & 10: Mother's Day Weekend Sails   

Various 1- and 1.5-hour sails throughout each day

   May 25: Memorial Day Sails   

Various 1- and 1.5-hour sails throughout the day

   June 5: First Beer Sampling Sail of the season   

Featuring Discretion Brewing @ 7:15 PM  | $40/ticket

   June 17: First Wine Tasting Sail of the season   

Featuring Bonny Doon Winery @ 7:15 PM  | $40/ticket

   June 20 & 21: Father's Day Weekend Sails    

Various 1- and 1.5-hour sails throughout each day

View OYC's full schedule and purchase tickets on our online calendar.

Holiday Office Closure

OYC Office Holiday Break Closure

We've sailed through another fantastic year here at OYC and now we're taking a break! Beginning Monday, December 22 through Sunday, January 4, the OYC main office will be closed. Any calls or emails we receive will be returned promptly on Monday, January 5. Regular business hours will also resume that day. 

We hope you enjoy this holiday season with your families, as we enjoy it with ours. 

See you in 2015!

Sail Through the Holiday Season

Happy Holidays

from O'Neill Yacht Charters!

Looking for a great gift for someone on your list? Check out what OYC has in stock for you!

Brand new tees and hoods available now! Call 831.818.3645 to order.

Team OYC Tee
White 100% cotten S/S (preshrunk)
Available in unisex S–XXL

$17.00 including sales tax

Team OYC Hood

Light Grey 80% cotten, 20% poly L/S 

Available in unisex XS–XXL

$33.00 including sales tax

Want more? Give the gift of sailing to someone you love this season and pick up a gift certificate for any one of our summer sailing adventures. 

Types of Sails
Weekend afternoon and sunset sails | $20–$30
Wednesday night sailboat race sails | $30
Local ber and wine tasting sails | $40
Whale watching sails | $49
Seasonal firework sails | $45

Call 831.818.3645 to order your gift certificate today. 

2014 Public Sailing Season Closes

THANK YOU

We've sailed through another fun and exciting season aboard the Team O'Neill catamaran and we're stoked that so many of you joined us over the summer! We can't wait to start back up in May 2015, so check back in for announcements around that time.

If you're interested in unique venue to host your next special event, keep in mind that OYC books private charters year-round. Send us an email for more information. 

See you next season!

- Your OYC Crew

October Sailing Events

UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENT SAILS:
SANTA CRUZ FALL FIREWORKS CRUISES
Saturday, October 4 and Saturday, October 11
TICKETS

This October marks two notable celebrations in Santa Cruz County. The Santa Cruz Wharf is celebrating its centennial all day on Saturday, October 4 and topping off the events with a fireworks show at 9 PM. The Monte Foundation is holding its 20th anniversary celebration on Saturday, October 11 and setting off their fireworks spectacular in Capitola. On these nights, OYC's two-hour cruises will provide a unique and ideal vantage point to see the fireworks from, along with complimentary gourmet pizza. 

• Santa Cruz Wharf Centennial Fireworks Cruise | Saturday, October 4 at 8 PM | $45 SOLD OUT
• Monte Foundation Fireworks Cruise | Saturday, October 11 at 7:30 PM | $45

Advance purchase is strongly recommended.

LOCAL WINE TASTING SAIL
feat. VINO TABI WINERY
Wednesday, October 1 at 6 PM
TICKETS

Join Vino Tabi Winery for the last time this season aboard the Team O'Neill catamaran on an unforgettable Wednesday night cruise. Pouring signature varietals and pairing them with an array of treats and sweets, Vino Tabi sommeliers provide a fun, interactive way for passengers to learn about wine against the backdrop of the local Wednesday night sailboat races. This 1.5-hour sail departs at 6 PM and tickets are $40.

LOCAL BEER SAMPLING SAIL
feat. DISCRETION BREWING

Friday, October 3 at 6 PM

TICKETS SOLD OUT!

Kick off the weekend with great views and sampling of brews! This Friday OYC is teaming up our friends at Discretion Brewing for the last time this season to give you a sampling of some of their tasty brews, while sailing on the beautiful Monterey Bay. Gourmet pizza by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery is included, and Discretion's friendly staff will be pouring. Sail and get to know your local brewers! Tickets are $40 and advance purchase is strongly recommended.

FEATURED WEEKLY SAIL:

1.5-HOUR SUNSET SAILS

Select Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays at various times

TICKETS


Enjoy the breathtaking Santa Cruz sunset aboard the 65' Team O'Neill catamaran, while discovering the beauty of the Monterey Bay. These relaxing sunset cruises along the picturesque Santa Cruz coastline are perfect for outings with the whole family or just a date with your loved one.


On these unforgettable sails, you will:

• Experience the fun of sailing on a smooth, stable catamaran that new or experienced sailors will enjoy. 


• Sail out in the bay along the scenic Santa Cruz coastline, taking in such sights as the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Wharf, multiple lighthouses and beautiful beaches.

• Check out the surfers at the world famous Steamer Lane.


• Sail through the kelp forest where you may catch a glimpse of sea lions, seals, sea otters, turtles and dolphins. Look out farther on to the bay and you may even spot a whale or two.

• Enjoy the beautiful sunset!

The Team O'Neill is open and spacious with plenty of room to stretch out. You can walk the deck, roll on the trampoline or simply sit back and enjoy the ride. Our experienced captains and crew will make sure your sail is fun and safe for the whole family.