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Yorke Peninsula's Saltwater Classic 2026

Yorke Peninsula's Saltwater Classic 2026

Yorke Peninsula's Saltwater Classic is a flagship event for enthusiasts and admirers of wooden and classic craft that have been faithfully restored to keep afloat some of the great traditions of boat building. The biennial event attracts boat owners and crews to display their vessels in the waters off the sister towns of Stansbury and Port Vincent. Since its inception in 2003, the event has grown to become a major attraction in the region with the support of the South Australian Tourism Commission, Yorke Peninsula Tourism, local businesses and communities. The next edition of Yorke Peninsula's Saltwater Classic will be held in April 2026. Meet boat owners and crews and get a close-up look at vessels along the foreshore in Stansbury on the Saturday morning before the craft are launched for the run to Port Vincent in the early afternoon. In Port Vincent, the fleet will be on display in the marina on Sunday morning before more parades in the bay. Supporting the on-water spectacles will be vibrant seaside markets, entertainment by the Royal Australian Navy Band, displays of vintage cars and motorbikes, stationary engines from the past, local art, crafts and regional produce .
Meet boat owners and crews  and inspect the vessels up close
An event for wooden and classic boats
See amazing vessels and engines of the past
Sail away to a classic weekend
Preparing to launch
Happy Cruising
Classic Speedboat
Under Steam
Bow to Bow
When
15 January, 2027
Venue
Yorke Peninsula's Saltwater Classic 2026
Location and Directions Post Office Box 179 Stansbury South Australia 5582 Australia
Ticket Prices
Free
Product Types
  • Community Events
  • Festivals and Celebrations
Facilities
  • Bar
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Family Friendly
  • Kiosk
  • Pet Friendly - Enquire
  • Pop Up Wine Bar
  • Public Telephone
  • Public Toilet
  • Restaurant
  • Shop / Gift Shop
Accessibility
  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Accessibility Information
  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Dates
  • Friday 15 January, 2027 - Confirmed Event
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