What to Expect at the Third Annual Sausalito Boat Show
The Sausalito Boat Show is more than a weekend by the water — it’s a grassroots celebration of sailing culture and the Bay Area’s maritime spirit. Built by people in the marine industry right here in our own backyard, the show is driven by a passion for growing boating, expanding access, and strengthening community both in the Bay and beyond. This September, Clipper Yacht Harbor will again come alive with boats, live music, and the hum of conversations between people who live for life on the water.
Inside the show sailors can stop by the PICYA Yacht Club Lounge, which will be a gathering place to enjoy the atmosphere of a yacht club, meet members from around the region, or connect with their club in a relaxed waterfront setting. On Sunday morning, the Women in Yachting Breakfast will bring together women who share a passion for the water, creating space to network, exchange stories, and spark new adventures. Those curious about sailing can take part in Club Nautique’s Intro to Sailing ticket, which includes both a day pass to the show and a hands-on lesson on the Bay. For those looking to make a weekend of it, in style, Friday Evenings VIP Dockside Dining ticket offers a progressive culinary journey across three luxury yachts, complete with wine tasting, plus a weekend pass to the show.
The seminar program is set to deliver practical, relevant knowledge: yacht ownership as a business with Stephanie from Club Nautique; safe rigging with Tom Relya of South Beach Riggers; electric propulsion with Mike Gunning and Berkeley Marine Center; fiberglass repair at Spaulding Marine Center; navigation and safety with Ben Rifkin; cruising Mexico with Rich Brazil; cruising essentials with Brady Trautman of Cruisers Academy; marine electronics and mechanical systems with Shane McCormack of H&M Marine; and marine electronics with Wesley from Reliable Marine Electronics.
On the docks, there’s plenty to explore — power, sail, trailerable, and electric boats, local food and drink, marine gear, and live music from Moderately Handsome, The Cruz Boys, and others. The free Sausalito Harbor Hop Tour by Bae Boats will be running throughout the weekend giving guests a tour of the Sausalito waterfront. Add in the kids’ zone and a luxury yacht charter sweepstakes, and you’ve got a weekend that’s equal parts education, exploration, and enjoyment for all.
Show hours:
Friday, September 19 – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, September 20 – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday, September 21 – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Purchase tickets here and use code L3825 at checkout for $5 off any ticket type.