It can be very much hit and miss.
As mentioned above, put it on your Roll Call to establish interest.
Traditionally, meets are held on first sea day, either at 11:00am or 2:00pm, in the Commodore Club, port side.
You will get no help from anyone.
I've been to a few that were quite well attended. Similarly, I've been to a few, when despite many responding on the Roll Call site only two or three turned up. With so much going on, people simply forget.
Good luck.