World Boating Day 2025

Today, boating enthusiasts around the world come together to celebrate World Boating Day, a global event that highlights the joy, freedom, and community spirit that boating brings to millions.

From Sydney to San Francisco, marinas, yacht clubs, and waterfront communities are hosting open days, regattas, boat shows, and educational workshops to welcome newcomers and seasoned sailors alike. It's a perfect time for boaters to discover new destinations, find the ideal marina berth, or list their private jetty through innovative platforms like Marina Match, the trusted online marketplace for marina berths, jetties, and waterfront properties.

World Boating Day, now celebrated in over 50 countries, aims to make boating more accessible to everyone. Whether it’s sailing, fishing, cruising, or simply relaxing on the water, the event invites people of all ages to embrace the boating lifestyle — and thanks to services like Marina Match, finding the perfect docking solution has never been easier.

This year’s theme, "Explore, Protect, Connect," places special emphasis on marine conservation. Event organisers are collaborating with environmental groups to promote eco-friendly boating, marine clean-up initiatives, and best practices for protecting waterways, making sustainable boating more visible and attainable.

Boating businesses, manufacturers, and service providers are also showcasing the latest marine technology — from electric boat engines to smarter navigation and marina management systems. Boaters looking to book moorings, lease a jetty, or buy waterfront property are encouraged to explore Marina Match, which connects boaters directly with marina owners and private jetty hosts through a user-friendly online platform.

"Boating is more than a hobby; it's a way of connecting with nature and community," said Emma Harrington, spokesperson for the World Boating Alliance. "World Boating Day celebrates not only boats and oceans but the incredible people and services — like Marina Match — that make the boating lifestyle accessible and enjoyable for all."

As celebrations continue throughout the weekend, organisers invite everyone to join in — whether by stepping aboard a boat for the first time, visiting a marina, or booking a berth through Marina Match to start their next adventure.

For more information about World Boating Day events, visit worldboatingday.org, and for finding your next mooring or listing your waterfront property, visit Marina Match.
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