Friday Night Premier

June 13, 2025 | 6 – 10 pm 

Step into the enchantment of the Friday Night Premiere at the Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival, marking the spectacular start of a weekend dedicated to stunning and historic vessels with rich and fascinating pasts. This Hollywood-inspired cocktail soirée sets the scene for an unforgettable maritime celebration. Raise a glass to Stories of the Sea in an evening filled with elegance, nostalgia, and nautical charm! 

Purchase Tickets

Friday Night Premier

June 13, 2025 | 6 – 10 pm 

Step into the enchantment of the Friday Night Premiere at the Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival, marking the spectacular start of a weekend dedicated to stunning and historic vessels with rich and fascinating pasts. This Hollywood-inspired cocktail soirée sets the scene for an unforgettable maritime celebration. Raise a glass to Stories of the Sea in an evening filled with elegance, nostalgia, and nautical charm! 

Purchase Tickets

Maritime Extravaganza

Be among the first to walk the red carpet, flanked by sleek runabouts gleaming under evening lights. Step aboard legendary vessels from film and literature, rich with history and charm. Under twinkling stars, explore icons of the sea, including Errol Flynn’s famed sailboat Cheerio II. Let the magic of the night and the beauty of these wooden masterpieces transport you to another era.

Festival Showcase

Step into a world where history, Hollywood, and literature converge. Come stroll the Wooden Boat Walk of Fame, a captivating journey honoring the wooden boats of renowned authors, actors, and producers. Explore Cruising with Legends, a stunning photo exhibit showcasing the elegant vessels of Hollywood’s elite. Immerse yourself in Timber, Tide & Tales, a visual timeline celebrating the wooden boats immortalized in beloved literature. 

Culinary Culmination

Savor top-shelf champagne, exclusive wine tastings, and handcrafted cocktails, paired with gourmet hors d’oeuvres and food stations. Enjoy live music and captivating, on-theme entertainment as you indulge in this Hollywood-inspired cocktail soirée. While the festival celebrates the stunning wooden boats, there’s no reason we can’t turn it into an unforgettable party! 

Maritime Extravaganza

Be among the first to walk the red carpet, flanked by sleek runabouts gleaming under evening lights. Step aboard legendary vessels from film and literature, rich with history and charm. Under twinkling stars, explore icons of the sea, including Errol Flynn’s famed sailboat Cheerio II. Let the magic of the night and the beauty of these wooden masterpieces transport you to another era.

Festival Showcase

Step into a world where history, Hollywood, and literature converge. Come stroll the Wooden Boat Walk of Fame, a captivating journey honoring the wooden boats of renowned authors, actors, and producers. Explore Cruising with Legends, a stunning photo exhibit showcasing the elegant vessels of Hollywood’s elite. Immerse yourself in Timber, Tide & Tales, a visual timeline celebrating the wooden boats immortalized in beloved literature. 

Culinary Culmination

Savor top-shelf champagne, exclusive wine tastings, and handcrafted cocktails, paired with gourmet hors d’oeuvres and food stations. Enjoy live music and captivating, on-theme entertainment as you indulge in this Hollywood-inspired cocktail soirée. While the festival celebrates the stunning wooden boats, there’s no reason we can’t turn it into an unforgettable party! 

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