Is the Canberra Yacht Club accessible ?

The docking area for viewing boats is fully accessible.

Are food and amenities available?

Food and amenities are available at the Snapper Cafe below the Southern Cross Club , or bring a picnic to eat on the lawns of the Yacht Club.

Is parking available?

Paid parking and street parking is available.

Does the event run over two days?

Yes, Saturday 12:30 - 3:30 pm has a display of boats and entertainment. Sunday starts with a Grand Parade of boats to Kingston Harbour from 10:00 -11:00 am, with a stop at Commonwealth Place.

Canberra Traditional Boat Festival Tickets, Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Overview

Join Canberra BoatFest on 11-12 April 2026, for displays of classic and traditional boats with entertainment at the Canberra Yacht Club.

The annual Canberra Traditional Boat Festival will be held at the Canberra Yacht Club on the 11-12th April. On Saturday, as part of the Canberra and Region Heritage Festival, over 30 boats will be on display, including steamboats, electric launches, putt-putts, sailing and rowing craft. A few boats are more than 100 years old. There will be live music, including the ‘Prism Jazz Ensemble’ and 'Sea Shanty Choir 'at the dock from 12:30. Rides available for children on ‘George’ the miniature steam train. On Sunday, boats take part in a Grand Parade from the Canberra Yacht Club to Kingston Harbour, where they can be seen between 10:00 and 11:00 am. The BoatFest is hosted by the Traditional Boat Squadron of Australia. The public program is free of cost.

For more Information go to https://canberraboating.com/wp/ or contact 0427 668 112.

Join Canberra BoatFest on 11-12 April 2026, for displays of classic and traditional boats with entertainment at the Canberra Yacht Club.

The annual Canberra Traditional Boat Festival will be held at the Canberra Yacht Club on the 11-12th April. On Saturday, as part of the Canberra and Region Heritage Festival, over 30 boats will be on display, including steamboats, electric launches, putt-putts, sailing and rowing craft. A few boats are more than 100 years old. There will be live music, including the ‘Prism Jazz Ensemble’ and 'Sea Shanty Choir 'at the dock from 12:30. Rides available for children on ‘George’ the miniature steam train. On Sunday, boats take part in a Grand Parade from the Canberra Yacht Club to Kingston Harbour, where they can be seen between 10:00 and 11:00 am. The BoatFest is hosted by the Traditional Boat Squadron of Australia. The public program is free of cost.

For more Information go to https://canberraboating.com/wp/ or contact 0427 668 112.

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all ages
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Location

Canberra Yacht Club

1 Mariner Place

Yarralumla, ACT 2600

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Traditional Boat Squadron of Australia

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