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June 2024
Summer Sailstice
This global celebration of sailing takes place on waterways all over the world, and participants can win valuable prizes. Register at SummerSailstice.com.
Find out more »July 2024
Bristol 4th of July
Established in 1785, Bristol’s Independence Day Celebration is the oldest continuous event of its kind in America.
Find out more »August 2024
46th Fools’ Rules Regatta
Competitors in this event, sponsored by the Jamestown Yacht Club, must build a “sailboat” from non-marine materials and attempt to sail a 500-yard downwind course. Volunteers are needed!
Find out more »September 2024
47th Annual Norwalk Seaport Association Oyster Festival
Attractions include a New England Seaport Village, harbor tours, historic and working vessels, arts & crafts, barbecue competition, oyster shucking competition, Pirate’s Coast Adventure, Kids’ Cove, live music by Southside Johnny and the Asbury Dukes, and more.
Find out more »October 2024
33rd Annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood
Named one of the “10 Fabulous Fall Festivals on the Coast” by Coastal Living Magazine, this event is an open invitation for all to return to the waterfront after the rush of the summer.
Find out more »November 2024
Newport Illuminated Boat Parade
Launch the holiday season! Newport Yacht Club is open to the public that evening, and spectators can watch the parade from Bowen’s Wharf, Bannister’s Wharf and all points around Newport Harbor. Prizes for Best Decorated Sailboat (recreational & commercial), Best Decorated Powerboat (recreational & commercial), Best Decorated Fishing Boat, Best Decorated Porch or Dock, and Most Team Spirit. Starts at 6:00 pm in Newport, Rhode Island. To learn more, call 401-847-9109 ext. 2 or visit discovernewport.org.
Find out more »Newport Illuminated Boat Parade
Launch the holiday season! Newport Yacht Club is open to the public that evening, and spectators can watch the parade from Bowen’s Wharf, Bannister’s Wharf and all points around Newport Harbor. Prizes for Best Decorated Sailboat (recreational & commercial), Best Decorated Powerboat (recreational & commercial), Best Decorated Fishing Boat, Best Decorated Porch or Dock, and Most Team Spirit.
Find out more »Santa Arrives by Tugboat & Mystic Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
Festivities begin at 2pm at Mystic River Park when Santa arrives on the tugboat John Paul, followed by the lighting of the Christmas tree in the park at 6pm. Decorated vessels will parade down the Mystic River starting at 6:20. Boats of all types and sizes are welcome, and entrance requires only a toy or coat donation to the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center. Prizes will be awarded for Most Charismatic Crew, Innovative Vessel, Best Dressed Vessel, and Miss…
Find out more »Santa Arrives by Tugboat & Mystic Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
Festivities begin at 2pm at Mystic River Park when Santa arrives on the tugboat John Paul, followed by the lighting of the Christmas tree in the park at 6pm. Decorated vessels will parade down the Mystic River starting at 6:20. Boats of all types and sizes are welcome, and entrance requires only a toy or coat donation to the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center. Prizes will be awarded for Most Charismatic Crew, Innovative Vessel, Best Dressed Vessel, and Miss…
Find out more »December 2024
Trees in the Rigging Community Carol Sing & Boat Parade
Together with the Essex Historical Society and Safe Harbor Dauntless & Essex Island, the Connecticut River Museum is proud to announce this year’s Trees in the Rigging Celebrate the season by participating in a traditional, lantern-lit carol stroll from Essex Town Hall to the Connecticut River Museum where spectators are invited to bring their own lanterns or flashlights. Check out the dazzling displays created by local boaters during the Boat Parade. Inside the Museum, there will be craft projects for kids,…
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