Annual Wooden Boat Show

The annual Wooden Boat Show is a tradition in the town of Beaufort, and its 50th celebration in 2026 promises to be bigger and more engaging than ever before. With a long roster of activities that are slated for the weekend-long event, visitors will be treated to a wealth of activities, displays, exhibits, and interactive ways to join in the fun.

The Annual Wooden Boat Show shines a spotlight on the legacy of boatbuilding in the Beaufort and Crystal Coast / Down East regions, and multiple venues and landmarks through downtown Beaufort will be hosting activities for attendees to enjoy. The North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort serves as a primary hub for the event, with a wealth of displays on current and historic boats at the museum, and dotted throughout the town. The event also features a fun and lively opening reception with music and food throughout the night, special activities like free sails on a wooden boat along the waterfront, and plenty of fun, food, and – of course – wooden boats in every direction. With so much to see and do, it’s no wonder that the 45^th Annual Wooden Boat Show has become one of Beaufort’s most anticipated events of the year.