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BE PART OF IT

MAY 2027

World Boating Day brings together shipyards, marinas, designers, museums, education institutions or any other boating companies and organisations around the world to showcase the craft, innovation and lifestyle that define boating, and to invite everyone on board.

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Why Get Involved?

Elevate your influence

Showcase your expertise and innovations to the world. Open your doors to the people, reinforcing your company’s mission and activities while fostering a stronger connection with the global boating community.

Inspire the next generation

Engage with students and highlight the breadth of career paths within the industry, helping to inform and inspire the next generation of maritime professionals.

Increase your visibility

Provide media with direct access to your operations, the people behind them and the experiences that define leisure boating, supporting accurate and informed coverage.

Join events worldwide

Plan and host your own event as part of a shared international campaign, welcome the public and showcase what you do best – contributing your story to a global moment. Events can be hosted independently or in collaboration and reflect the unique character of each participant.

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EVENT INSPIRATION

Open House Tours

Open House Tours

You can welcome visitors through guided tours, hands-on demonstrations, short talks or informal conversations, sharing how your organisation works and what you do.
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Workshops

Workshops

Organise workshops focused on specific skills, technologies or themes, offering participants hands-on learning and direct interaction with your experts.
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Career Fair

Career Fair

Host a career fair that highlights different career paths, shares insights from your team and offers students a clearer view of working in the boating industry.
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Panel Discussions

Panel Discussions

Host panel discussions to share insights, experiences and perspectives, bringing together different voices from your team or wider network in an open, accessible format.
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Self Drive Tours

Self Drive Tours

Allow guests to follow a suggested route and explore boating locations independently, discovering spaces and experiences along the way.
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Online Events

Online Events

Online events allow you to open your doors digitally and reach audiences beyond your location. From virtual tours to live Q&As, you can invite new audiences from anywhere.

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Get Your Event Started

Access the Participant Area to find key resources, share your event details and begin planning your day!

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