Wooden Boat Festival

This renowned wooden boat festival draws maritime enthusiasts, craftspeople, and curious families into a vibrant celebration of wooden vessel heritage and contemporary boat-building artistry. Visitors discover beautifully preserved and newly constructed boats available for close inspection and waterborne tours, showcasing the full spectrum from traditional designs to cutting-edge wooden craftsmanship. Expert-led workshops teach marine systems and woodworking skills alongside live music, hands-on demonstrations, and family activities that welcome guests of all ages and experience levels. Whether attendees arrive to deepen maritime knowledge, learn woodworking, or simply absorb the craftsmanship and community that defines wooden boating culture, the festival offers an accessible, engaging weekend grounded in working tradition and creative maritime fellowship.