mass kids boating & FiSHING WEEK Events
2026 Events
MASS KIDS BOATING & FISHING WEEK
Mass KIDS Boating Day was established in 2017 to support KIDS boating events taking place throughout Massachusetts. In an effort to expand Mass KIDS Boating Day in 2019 we officially renamed the week to Mass KIDS Boating and Fishing Week.
Getting kids on the water in a safe and smart manner is a very important element of the future of the boating industry. Over 70% of adult boaters started boating when they were kids. Boating is a family friendly and healthy activity that is enjoyed by millions of people around the country. In addition one of the most popular recreational activities done from a boat is fishing, which is an important reason we decided to change the name to Mass KIDS Boating & Fishing week and pick dates that coincide with National fishing and boating week.
Mass KIDS Boating & Fishing week takes place in conjunction with
Great Outdoors Month and National Fishing and Boating week.
For more information on these two initiatives please click on the below logos.
2026 Events
Touch A Boat Family Fun Day at Kingman Yacht Center
Saturday, May 30th, 2026
8AM - Noon
Event Location: Shipyard Lane, Cataumet, MA 02534
Hands-on experiences with unique boats from MA State Police, Corps of Engineers, Sea Tow, MA Environmental Police and more. Complimentary boat rides. Ice Cream and games for the kids, marine yard sale.
More Information: https://www.kingmanyachtcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Touch-A-Boat-Flyer.pdf
Contact Info:Scott Zeien | (508) 563-7136 X114 | scottzeien@kyc.us
Kids in Boating Day
Saturday, June 6, 2026
11:00AM - 2:00 PM
Event Location: Pier 6, 1 8th Street, Boston, MA 02129
We are so excited to host this annual event as a part of Massachusetts Kids Boating and Fishing Week. Come on down to enjoy some boating activities, a “touch-a-boat” opportunity, and some tasty snacks and refreshments, and more. We look forward to seeing you at Charlestown Marina on Saturday, June 6th from 11am – 2pm.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kids-in-boating-day-tickets-1988566291308?aff=oddtdtcreator
Contact: Macy Jones | mjones@oceanhavens.com
Kids in Boating Day
New Bedford Launch Rides
Saturday & Sunday - June 6,7,13,14 2026
10:00AM - 4:00 PM
Event Location: Pope’s Island Marina - 102 Popes Island, New Bedford, MA 02740
Pope’s Island Marina invites you aboard to discover a working waterfront. Join the Captain for a tour of New Bedford Harbor, visit the marina, and experience life on the water.
Contact: Gregg Pupecki | gregg.pupecki@newbedford-ma.gov | 508-979-1456
Kids in Boating Day
Sunday June 7, 2026
11:00AM - 2:00 PM
Event Location: Boston Harbor Shipyard & Marina | 256 Marginal Street, Boston, MA 02128
We are so excited to host this annual event as a part of Massachusetts Kids Boating and Fishing Week. Come on down to enjoy some boating activities, a “touch-a-boat” opportunity, and some tasty snacks and refreshments, and more. We look forward to seeing you at Boston Harbor Shipyard & Marina on Sunday, June 7th from 11am – 2pm.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kids-in-boating-day-tickets-1988565282290?aff=oddtdtcreator
Contact: Macy Jones | mjones@oceanhavens.com
Kids in Boating Day
BOAT CAMP Newburyport
June 15 - 19
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Event Location: Departs and returns to the Newburyport waterfront.
Youth day program for ages 9-12+ aboard the F/V Erica Lee. This is the first session of summer, and all are welcome, based on availability.
Event Information: https://www.merrohawke.org/b-o-a-t-c-a-m-p-with-capt-rob-ages-9-12/
Contact: Kate Yeomans | kate@merrohawke.org | 978-463-2233
