The Bayfront Maritime Center is proud to announce that our most anticipated event of the summer, the Cardboard Boat Regatta, will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2026. The 14th Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta is an event for all ages and will include cardboard boat races in four age divisions, local food trucks and vendors, an awards ceremony, and fun for the whole family. The Regatta is free to watch — bring your lawn chairs and cheer on your favorite paddling teams! As one of our main fundraisers, the Regatta supports BMC as we work to create opportunities for the community to connect with the water, learn valuable skills, and experience the joys of the maritime world — regardless of ability, background, or financial means. Registration fee: $50 per boat entry.
Building your cardboard boat: Boats are built using only cardboard, tape, paint, and glue and compete in races, 2 by 2, and vie for the fastest time in 4 divisions - Kids Crew (12 and under), Teen Crew (13-18), Adult (19&up), and Mixed Ages Crews.
Awards: Fastest Time Awards in each division; Crowd Favorite and Judge's Awards - Most Creative & Most Dramatic Sinking. Thank you for your support of our mission!
