There are currently no vessels registered for this year’s festival; see the Participants Archive for previous years.
If you’re looking for information on how to register your vessel, see the FAQ on the Register Your Vessel page.
2024 Honorary Commodore
A commodore refers to a person of high rank, commanding a body of ships. Examples include: Captain in the Navy, Commander of a body of merchant ships, or President of a Yacht Club. The Honourary Commodore at the Classic Boat Festival is present at the Sailpast and all formal ceremonies.
Judges
Bent Jespersen
Judge
Bob Jordan
Judge
Carol Hasse
Judge
Chad Gheseger
Judge
Chris Earl
Judge
David Huchthausen
Judge
Jean Gaudin
Judge
Kelly Thody
Judge
Martyn Clark
Judge
Robert Abernethy
Head Judge
Tad Roberts
Judge
Tony Grove
Judge
Trevor Henderson
Judge
Event Information
Join us on the docks this Labour Day weekend for fun in the sun surrounded by up to a 100 heritage vessels.