- Starsand Island yacht race starts at 10:00 AM during the Summer Beach Festival.
- Borrow the Jet Ski from Delphin before interacting with the nearby race board.
- Follow the banners and use the minimap outline to stay on the offshore course.
- Check the ranking board after each attempt to review your best recorded time.
- Race early if you still need Beach Coins for the festival market.
Starsand Island yacht race schedule and location
Starsand Island yacht race is the Beach Festival’s timed offshore racing activity, although the event may involve a borrowed Jet Ski rather than a traditional yacht. It becomes available at 10:00 AM on Summer Day 27, the same day as the annual Beach Festival in Half Moon Bay.
Head to the south-east side of the beach and look for Delphin. Neona may also be nearby. Delphin provides the temporary vehicle and directs you toward the race board. The Jet Ski rental does not require a purchase, and the vehicle is returned when the festival day ends.
Video Highlights:
- The offshore racing event opens at 10:00 AM.
- Delphin provides access to the temporary Jet Ski.
- The ranking board records your best race performance.
- Sharp turns can improve a run but may require careful control.
The race is part of a one-day schedule. Activities remain available after opening, but the festival ends after the Bonfire Party performance or at midnight, whichever comes first. This makes the race easiest to complete before spending time at the stalls or joining the evening concert.
| Event | Start time | Location | Key action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crab Herding | 8:00 AM | South-west beach | Speak with the Crab Boss |
| Offshore Racing | 10:00 AM | South-east beach | Borrow a Jet Ski from Delphin |
| Festival stalls | Noon | Half Moon Bay beach | Spend Beach Coins |
| Bonfire Party | 7:00 PM | Main stage | Join the closing rhythm event |
Start Offshore Racing soon after 10:00 AM. You will have plenty of time to retry the course, visit every stall, and still reach the Bonfire Party before the festival closes.
How to start the offshore race
The entry process is short, but the race board can be easy to overlook because several festival characters and temporary facilities occupy the same beach area. Follow this sequence to avoid wandering around Half Moon Bay.
Travel to the south-east beach
Leave the main festival area and move toward the south-east portion of Half Moon Bay. Look for Delphin, with Neona sometimes standing nearby.
Speak with Delphin
Ask Delphin to lend you a Jet Ski for the day. The temporary rental is the required vehicle for the activity and is taken back after the festival.
Find the race board
Interact with the racing board positioned near Delphin. This board starts the offshore course and also provides access to the event’s recorded results.
Pass through the course banners
Follow the visible route and pass through each banner in order. Use the minimap outline in the upper-left corner to confirm your direction.
The race objective is straightforward: complete the marked course before the timer runs out. You do not need to buy a permanent boat or keep the Jet Ski after the festival. The main challenge comes from steering, acceleration, and lining up turns without losing momentum.
| Requirement | What to do | Cost or limit |
|---|---|---|
| Festival access | Reach Summer Day 27 and begin the Beach Festival | Once per year |
| Race NPC | Speak with Delphin | No stated fee |
| Vehicle | Borrow the festival Jet Ski | Returned after the festival |
| Starting point | Interact with the race board | Located near Delphin |
| Course objective | Pass every banner and reach the finish | Timed activity |
The Beach Festival lasts one day. If you still need to race, shop, or join the concert, complete the offshore event before the evening finale rather than waiting until the last minutes.
Yacht race controls and route strategy
The most reliable approach is to prioritize clean movement over aggressive shortcuts. The course is designed around banners and turns, so missing a checkpoint can cost more time than taking a slightly wider line.
Start by identifying the next banner before accelerating fully. On a straight section, hold your speed and aim for the center of the checkpoint. Begin turning before reaching a corner instead of waiting until the vehicle is beside the marker. Early steering gives you more room to correct the Jet Ski’s direction.
The practical route strategy is:
- Use the minimap course outline to anticipate the next turn.
- Keep the Jet Ski aligned with the center of each banner.
- Reduce steering input during long straight sections.
- Turn gradually when approaching a sharp corner.
- Avoid overcorrecting after a missed line.
- Review the ranking board after the attempt.
The race can feel slow or difficult when the correct speed control is not being used. Check your control bindings before retrying, especially if acceleration or boost is assigned to a different key than expected on your setup.
| Race phase | Recommended action | Common mistake |
|---|---|---|
| Opening straight | Build speed and center the vehicle | Steering constantly |
| First turn | Begin turning before the banner | Turning beside the marker |
| Mid-course section | Check the minimap for the next gate | Following the shoreline only |
| Sharp corner | Use controlled steering and correct early | Holding one direction too long |
| Final approach | Line up the last banner before accelerating | Cutting across the finish area |
Read the Minimap
The course outline helps reveal upcoming turns before they appear clearly on the water.
Center Each Gate
Passing through the middle of a banner reduces the risk of clipping its edge or missing the checkpoint.
Turn Early
Start steering before a corner so the Jet Ski reaches the next gate at a useful angle.
Retry With Purpose
Change one part of your route at a time instead of repeating the same line without adjustment.
If your first attempt feels uncontrollable, review your acceleration and steering bindings before changing the route. Correct controls can make a bigger difference than taking risky shortcuts.
Rankings, Beach Coins, and festival planning
The race board displays your best time after an attempt, giving you a simple way to compare later runs. Treat the first completion as a practice lap. Once you know the banner order, concentrate on smoother turns and fewer corrections.
Offshore Racing is also a useful way to earn Beach Coins, the currency used at the festival stalls. The event should therefore be treated as both a timed challenge and a resource activity. If you want recipe items, photo-frame blueprints, clothing patterns, or a hairstyle, racing early gives you more time to build a spending budget.
The stalls open at noon. Complete at least one race before shopping so you can decide whether another attempt is worthwhile or whether you should save your coins for a specific item.
| Vendor | Stock type | Listed examples | Best use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Momo | Photo frames and blueprints | Exploration Photo Frame, Neon Sign | Decoration and display projects |
| Aurelis | Food and recipes | Sashimi, Coconut Rice | Cooking and recipe collection |
| Lunelle | Patterns and hairstyle | Sunpetal Waves, Tropical Whimsy Top | Clothing and appearance customization |
| Purchase group | Item cost range | Planning note |
|---|---|---|
| Momo items | 78–125 Beach Coins | Blueprint versions cost more than several finished items |
| Aurelis items | 59–250 Beach Coins | Recipes generally cost more than prepared dishes |
| Lunelle items | 125–625 Beach Coins | Clothing patterns can require a large coin reserve |
For a broader schedule and stall breakdown, see the Starsand Island Beach Festival guide.
Before Leaving Half Moon Bay:
- Begin the Beach Festival quest and speak with Solara
- Complete Offshore Racing at least once
- Check the ranking board for your best time
- Earn or save enough Beach Coins for priority purchases
- Join the Bonfire Party before midnight
Choose your favorite stall category before spending. Momo focuses on décor, Aurelis sells food and recipes, and Lunelle offers fashion patterns and a hairstyle.
Yacht race troubleshooting and FAQ
Use the following fixes when the event does not behave as expected or when your time is worse than planned.
| Problem | Likely cause | Recommended fix |
|---|---|---|
| Race board does not start | Jet Ski has not been borrowed | Speak with Delphin first |
| Course feels unclear | Banner order is difficult to see | Follow the minimap outline |
| Vehicle turns too widely | Steering begins too late | Start the turn before the next banner |
| Time is not improving | Same route is being repeated | Change one corner or entry angle |
| Festival activities are unavailable | Event schedule has not reached the opening time | Return after the listed start time |
Q: When does the Starsand Island yacht race unlock?
The offshore race starts at 10:00 AM during the Beach Festival on Summer Day 27. Travel to the south-east beach and speak with Delphin.
Q: Do I need to buy a yacht or Jet Ski?
No purchase is required for the festival race. Delphin lends you a Jet Ski for the day, and the vehicle is returned when the festival ends.
Q: Where do I find the race course?
The course begins near Delphin and the nearby race board on the south-east side of Half Moon Bay. Follow the banner route and use the minimap outline.
Q: Can I retry the offshore race?
Yes. You can make additional attempts during the festival and check the ranking board to compare your best recorded time.
Learn the course first, then optimize speed. A controlled run through every banner is more valuable than a fast attempt that misses a turn.