Georgetown Wooden Boat Show
The Georgetown Wooden Boat Show is an annual exhibition of classic wooden boats in historic downtown Georgetown, South Carolina. The 37th edition runs October 17 and 18, 2026, on the waterfront and along Front Street. It suits families, boat enthusiasts and visitors interested in maritime heritage. The one thing to know is that the official site does not list ticket prices, so check before you go.
| Question visitors ask | Georgetown Wooden Boat Show 2026 dates and tickets |
|---|---|
| County | Georgetown County |
| Official site | woodenboatshow.com |
When is the Georgetown Wooden Boat Show in 2026?
According to the official Georgetown Wooden Boat Show website, the 37th Annual Georgetown Wooden Boat Show takes place on October 17 and 18, 2026. The show is always held on the third weekend in October. The Goat Island Yacht Club Regatta and Friday Night Auction is on Friday, October 16, 2026, the evening before the show opens.
The official site was last read on October 15, 2026. Check before you go for any change to dates or times.
What can you see at the Georgetown Wooden Boat Show?
The official site says the show features more than 100 classic wooden boats displayed on land and water, along with boatbuilding demonstrations, a corrugated boat race, children's model boatbuilding, a youth sailing regatta, knot tying, maritime arts and crafts, and food. The show takes place on the waterfront and along Front Street in Historic Downtown Georgetown.
The official site also says South Carolina's tall ship, the Spirit of South Carolina, is planned to sail into Georgetown during the show, with on-deck tours offered to visitors. Because this is a plan, check before you go to confirm the ship's arrival and tour schedule.
Georgetown Wooden Boat Show: questions visitors ask
What are the dates of the Georgetown Wooden Boat Show 2026?
The Georgetown Wooden Boat Show 2026 runs October 17 and 18, 2026, according to the official website. The Goat Island Yacht Club Regatta and Friday Night Auction is on Friday, October 16, 2026. Check before you go for schedule changes.
How much do tickets cost for the Georgetown Wooden Boat Show?
The official website does not list ticket prices or admission rules in the text reviewed. Check before you go with the Harbor Historical Association, which produces the show, for current admission details.
Who runs the Georgetown Wooden Boat Show and where do the proceeds go?
The show is produced by the Harbor Historical Association, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. All proceeds benefit the South Carolina Maritime Museum, according to the official website.
Where is the Georgetown Wooden Boat Show held?
The show takes place on the waterfront and along Front Street in Historic Downtown Georgetown, South Carolina, according to the official website. Georgetown is about an hour's drive north of Charleston and about 45 minutes south of Myrtle Beach, according to Discover Georgetown.
What activities are included at the Georgetown Wooden Boat Show?
The official website lists more than 100 classic wooden boats on display, boatbuilding, a corrugated boat race, children's model boatbuilding, a youth sailing regatta, knot tying, maritime arts and crafts, and food.
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