BIG BOATS AND BANDS HIGHLIGHTED AT NEW ENGLAND’S FIRST IN-WATER BOAT SHOW OF 2023 IN ESSEX, CT APRIL 28-30th
The three-day CT Spring Boat Show aims to raise $30,000 for Sails Up 4 Cancer
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Essex, CT (April 12, 2023) - The 7th Connecticut Spring Boat Show will take place April 28-30, 2023 at Safe Harbor Essex Island, located in Essex, CT. The in-water boat show will raise funds for Sails Up 4 Cancer (SU4C), a non-profit organization supporting cancer care, education, prevention and research. Sails Up 4 Cancer will benefit from 50% of ticket sales proceeds. Last year’s show raised $23,000 for the non-profit.
Show attendees will have an ideal opportunity to compare different boats, dealers and options in one beautiful location. In addition to boats on the docks, the show will have over 30 exhibitors on display including yacht brokers, boat gear, artists, accessories, and service companies on the lawn.
Visitors will enjoy seeing over 55 new and brokerage, power and sailboat models of all sizes, including many yachts over 40FT. Come see the latest models offered from Arrowcat, Aviara, Axopar, Back Cove, Beneteau, Boston Whaler, Brig, Bully Bay, Catalina, 248 Center Console, Coronado, Eastbay, Elan, Everglades, Grand Banks, Jeanneau, Nimbus, Nordic Tug, North River, Pioneer, Ryck, Sabre, Scout, Sea Born, Sea Ray, SeaWay, Snug Harbor, True North, Wilbur, World Cat, X-Yachts and many other leading boat brands! A unique feature of the in-water show offers interested boat buyers select opportunities for sea trials throughout the weekend; thus, giving prospective buyers a unique ‘try-before-you-buy’ experience.
Happenings at the 2023 CT Spring Boat Show include educational talks by fishing experts, live music all weekend long, food, family fun and more! The boat show offers something for everyone; boats, coastal lifestyle exhibits, educational talks by fishing experts, live music, movie premieres and more!
Friday, April 28th
Live Music
1:00-3:00pm DGE Acoustic Duo, inspired by the generational piano rock genre, Dan & Jim's acoustic jam taps music from the last 50 years.
3:30-6:00pm SoundWaves offers an acoustic repertoire covering an eclectic range of styles, including old standards to contemporary.
Saturday, April 29th
Maritime & Fishing Talks
12:30 to 1:15pm Captain Mike Roy, fishing CT River and Long Island Sound
1:30 to 2:00pm Bill Lucey, Long Island Sound Keeper
2:15 - 3:00pm Matt Stone, Kayak fishing for striped bass
3:15 - 4:00pm Captain Brian Moskey, Proactive offshore fishing
Live Music
12:00 -2:30pm Lewis & Merritt are an acoustic duo comprised of two members of Wicked Peach, which has been a staple cover rock band in the New London County area for over 25 years.
3:00-5:00pm Wooly Mammoth officially started in 2013, most of the players have been jamming together for years in various places, parties, open mic nights and wherever they found each other with instruments lying around.
Movie Premiere
10:30 am MELGES: The Wizard of Zenda, a film about the life of sailing legend Buddy Melges, will have its Connecticut premiere in conjunction with this year’s Connecticut Spring Boat Show at Safe Harbor Essex Island in Essex, CT, on Saturday, April 29. The ninety-minute movie will have two showings hosted at the Essex Yacht Club at 10:30 and 1:30. Tickets will be $20 with half of the proceeds going to benefit Sails Up 4 Cancer. These RSVP-only tickets will also provide access to the Connecticut Spring Boat Show all weekend long. Tickets are available at https://www.windcheckmagazine.com/shop/.
Special Fundraiser Cruise
5:30-7:30pm Sunset Cocktail and Dinner Cruise for Sails Up 4 Cancer
Help raise funds for Sails Up 4 Cancer while enjoying a sunset cocktail cruise on ADVENTURE, a beautifully restored 65-foot vintage riverboat, sponsored by Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Cruises. On board you will find an enclosed lower cabin with table seating for chef-catered hors d'oeuvres and entrees, and a hand crafted, full-service wooden bar. Tickets are $50/pp and include cruise, dinner, complimentary cocktail or glass of wine, sponsored by Angelini Wine and Cancion premium tequila, followed by cash bar. Purchase tickets in advance at https://www.windcheckmagazine.com/shop/.
Sunday, May 1st
Live Music
12:00-2:00pm The Vitas are a group of three musicians who are heavily influenced by grunge and classic rock music.
2:30 -5:00pm The Fake Experience is an authentic blend of rock, reggae, pop, country, and original material keeps the party going.
3 Day CT Spring Boat Show Tickets will be offered at $20 per adult and free for children 13 and under, granting access to the show and talks all weekend long, rain or shine. 50% of the proceeds will benefit Sails Up 4 Cancer, a non-profit organization and local charity who distributes funds to families impacted by cancer. Advance tickets can be purchased by visiting: www.ctspringboatshow.com.
The show is a production of WindCheck Magazine and hosted by Essex Island Safe Harbor Marina. Show sponsors include Hoffman Audi of New London, Essex Boat Works, Avelo Airlines, Surfridge Brewing Co., Essex Steam Train and Riverboat, Gowrie Group, Maritime Insurance International, The Griswold Inn and Yacht Brokers Association of America (YBAA).
Safe Harbor Essex Island Marina is located on a 13-acre private Island, accessed by a complementary ferry service, and offers 125 slips accommodating vessels up to 200’. The resort marina is family friendly and offers food and beverages, along with live music throughout the weekend.
Historical Downtown Essex is located on the Connecticut River, a few short miles from Long Island Sound. The small waterfront town is a boating, sailing and tourist destination featuring quaint shops, markets, and restaurants. Bring your family and friends out to enjoy this riverfront boat show.
CT SPRING BOAT SHOW: The 7th CT Spring Boat Show, April 28-30, 2023 features some of the newest boats on the market including center consoles, fishing boats, luxury cruisers, sport and sail boats. The show is open to the public at Safe Harbor Essex Island, tickets will be required. 50% of ticket proceeds will be donated to Sails Up 4 Cancer. Free parking is available. Visit www.ctspringboatshow.com for specific event details or Ben Cesare of WindCheck Magazine at ben@ctspringboatshow.com for dealer and vendor application information.
Sails Up 4 Cancer (SU4C) is a non-profit organization based in Mystic, Connecticut. SU4C has been dedicated to supporting cancer care, education, prevention and research along the Shoreline and Southeastern regions of Connecticut. To learn more, go to SU4C.org.
