The Maritime Museum of British Columbia is proud to host the annual Victoria Classic Boat Festival, a celebration of maritime heritage in Victoria’s Inner Harbour.
Visitors can explore the docks, view up to 100 classic boats, cheer on their favourites during the Sail Race, and take part in a wide range of engaging activities throughout the weekend.
September 4–6, 2026
Boater registration is now open!
Event Schedule
Classic Boat Festival Friday – Day 1
Yacht Dogs Café
Classic Boat Festival Saturday, Day 2
Yacht Dogs Café
Classic Boat Festival Sunday, Day 3
Yacht Dogs Café
Sail Past and Sail Race
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Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors for helping us bring this Festival to life in the Inner Harbour.
Silent Auction Sponsors
Thank you to our community of businesses and organizations for donating experiences and goodies to our Boaters’ Silent Auction, in support of the Maritime Museum of BC.
Volunteers
The Classic Boat Festival could not run without our dedicated and passionate group of Festival volunteers! Join the crew for a fun and social weekend on the docks.
History of the Classic Boat Festival
The Maritime Museum of BC is proud to host the annual Victoria Classic Boat Festival, and continue this maritime tradition in the Inner Harbour.