Essex, CT (January 29, 2025) The 9th Connecticut Spring Boat Show will take place April 25-27, 2025, at Safe Harbor Essex Island, located in Essex, CT. The in-water boat show is the first of the season in New England. Visitors will enjoy seeing a wide range of new and pre-owned power and sailboats ranging from 20ft to larger than 65ft from leading boat brands. In addition to boats on the dock, the show will have yacht brokers, gear, artists, accessories, and service companies exhibiting on the lawn. CT bands provide music throughout the weekend.

Essex, CT (May 8, 2024) - The 8th Connecticut Spring Boat Show raised over $29,000 for Sails Up 4 Cancer. Funds raised included 50% proceeds from ticket sales, a $3000 anonymous donation, $530 from J. McLaughlin, and over $750 in merchandise sales proceeds. The 3-day event held April 26th-28th at Safe Harbor Essex Island greeted 2500 show attendees. The Boat Show was grateful to see good weather this year as opposed to the rain, wind, and low temperatures of last year’s event. This sunny weekend brought increased numbers of guests as well as greater funds raised!

Thank you so much to our sponsors, friends, and neighbors whose generous contributions help ensure the success of this event and serve as a vital fundraiser for Sails Up 4 Cancer.