Manchester-by-the-Sea Cardboard Boat Regatta

10/09/2026

Happy Friday Regatta Fans!

TWO DAYS until the big day and PLENTY of time if you’re still considering building a boat! The weather is perfect for being outside and we have plenty of cardboard (if you need some - send us a DM!)

We can’t wait! See you Sunday at 11am!

10/06/2026

Only *5 days* until the festivities begin!!

10am Boat Gallery & Registration/Check in
10:45am Captain’s Safety Briefing
11am The 2026 MBTS Regatta Begins!!

Awards ceremony follows on deck at Legion
1pm Peter H***e & Essex Junction perform at The Legion.

We’ve already got an incredibly creative line up for this year’s regatta with a few fan favorites returning - the much anticipated rivalry between the Manchester Police Department and Manchester Fire Department continues this year! And reigning champion, Adrian Argento, is back to see if he can take home a 3-peat win (or will we see Bernie finally take home the W?!).

See you Sunday, October 11th!!

10/03/2026

Successful day of boat building!!

To register your boat click here: https://forms.gle/NxmuY1jQ74qKSBcb6

10/03/2026

10/03/2026

It’s a PERFECT weekend to build a boat!

Need cardboard? Send me a DM - our friends at Carlson Orchards Dave Rowse, dropped off a BUNCH last night!!

10/02/2026

The Manchester by the Sea Cardboard Boat Regatta Collection by One Ocean One Love is now available for purchase online! Just select local pick up and your order will be ready and waiting for you at the event on Sunday!

But don’t wait - limited supplies are available and she sold out last year!

A hand printed surf inspired clothing brand offering one of a kind products. 5% of all One Ocean Apparel net profits are donated toward keeping the oceans clean.

10/01/2026

They all look promising before the race starts, and then…

09/30/2026

We are so excited about Peter H***e and Essex Junction playing at the Legion for the after party! They are fantastic - be sure to wear your dancing shoes!!

09/29/2026

** REGISTRATION IS OPEN** Is this your year to dip your toe in the water? (or more like, the inner harbor?)

If you’re a yes OR still considering … we’d love to hear from you. Please take a moment to click on the link to register for planning purposes. It’s free to register/free to participate and your registration can change right up until the race starts!

This amazing event is so so awesome because of the people who participate! Happy Building!

YAY! It's our favorite event of the year! This year's regatta is Sunday October 11th, 2026 at 11am. Please complete the following form for your boat and the names of the individual(s) who plan to be paddling it. Entries can be updated and changed right up until the race time. This registration form....