Credit: Alex Nicholson
BOATS AFLOAT
Credit: Heather Bird
BOATS ASHORE
Credit: Alex Nicholson
MODEL BOATS
DISPLAYING YOUR BOAT AT THE 2027 AUSTRALIAN WOODEN BOAT FESTIVAL
Displaying your wooden boat at the Southern Hemisphere’s largest celebration of maritime culture is a true badge of honour.
At AWBF, vessels of every size, shape, and rig are welcome to lodge an expression of interest.
Across four vibrant days, the festival offers a rare chance to share your craft with the public, connect with like-minded boating enthusiasts, and be part of a living, breathing showcase of seafaring tradition.
Boats ashore are displayed across the festival site and within City Hall.
Boats afloat are berthed across the entire Hobart Waterfrontand inside City Hall.
Model Boats are displayed inside the Waterside Pavilion.
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST OPEN IN THE 2nd QUARTER OF 2026.
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