Boston –
February 1 - 28: Ice Skating on the Frog Pond. Bring your whole family for a fun afternoon of ice skating in Downtown Boston.
February 9 - 17: The New England Boat Show will be taking place at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center.
February 10: Columbus Park is decorating the Tunnel of Love with hearts + lights for the week.
February 11: The Boston Beanpot Tournament at TD Garden.
February 11 - 13: Coastal Navigation Workshop at Community Boating Inc. This workshop covers the basics of traditional char-and-compass coastal navigation.
February 14, 15 & 16: Valentine's Cruise aboard Spirit. Enjoy a private table with incredible views of the Boston skyline + a delicious dinner buffet.
February 16: Winter Harbor Cruise and Guided History Tour.
Fall River – February 18 - 23: World War II & Nautical Gaming Week is being hosted by Battleship Cove. Come enjoy a week-long gaming fest full of popular nautical and WWII games on the very ships that inspired them including Battleship!, Call of Duty: WWII, and World of Warships.
NEW Newport –
All of February: Seal Watching Tours.
All of February: Ice Skating at Gurney's Newport. Glide across the ice while taking in the famed Newport Bridge and Newport Harbor Lighthouse between 10 - 9 PM
February 4: RIMTA Member Meeting at IYRS.
February 6: Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy Climate Change Panel Discussion hosted by Clean Ocean Access at Salve Regina University.
February 15 - 24: 31st Annual Newport Winter Festival featuring over 150 events combing food, festivities, music, and fun for the whole family.
February 16: 24th Annual Chili Cook-Off at Gurney's Newport Resort & Marina.
February 16: Ice Sculpting Demo.
February 16 - 17: Woodworking Workshop: Make Your Own Traditional Toboggan at the IYRS School of Technology and Trades.
February 19: Captain Breezy Grenier, FRGS presents her photographs of her Sedna Epic Expedition known as Between the Poles and New England.
February 22: Winter Festival Comedy Show presented by the Newport Comedy Series at Gurney's.
February 23: 2nd Annual Mac & Cheese Smackdown at Gurney's Newport Resort & Marina. Newport restaurants compete with their best ooey gooey Mac & Cheese.
NEW Middletown –
February 3: Free Guided Bird Walk at the Norman Bird Sanctuary.
February 7: Fireside Lecture about reptiles including sea turtles and alligators at the Norman Bird Sanctuary.
February 9: Beach Cleanup at Sachuest Beach (Second Beach) from 12 - 2 PM.
February 16 - 17: 23rd Annual WINEterfest at Newport Vineyards. Two days full of grape stomping, wine tasting and beer tasting, live music, and great snacks.
February 19: Vineyard Vinyasa Winter Yoga at Newport Vineyards. Embark on a 1 hour yoga class, followed by a wine tasting.
February 19: West Marine Middletown Presents: Spring Fishing seminar.
February 23: Winter Birding at Sachuest Point with the members of the Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge.
February 23 + 24: Newport Beach Polo will take place at 3 PM on both Saturday and Sunday at Second Beach!
Mystic –
February 9: Pancakes with Penguins at the Mystic Aquarium.
February 16: 100 Days til Memorial Day Paddle with Adventure Mystic.
February 16 - 18: Bundle up and celebrate the great outdoors in New England at The Ice Festival put on by the Mystic Seaport Museum.
February 21: Exploring the Northwest Passage before Franklin - join Dr. Fitzhugh who has been conducting fieldwork in remote regions in the Arctic, etc., as he discusses his Arctic research hosted by the Mystic Seaport Museum.
February 27: Nautical Try Paint and Sip at Barley Head Brewery.
New York City –
February 1 - 8: NYC Restaurant Week.
February 7 - 10: NYC Fashion Week.
Suffern – February 28 - March 3: The World Fishing & Outdoor Exposition will be taking place at the RCC Field House.
Montauk –
February 2: Fort Pond Bay Cleanup.
February 2, 3, 9, 16 and 17: A two-mile Guided Seal Walk to view and learn about the seals, their habits, behaviors, and popular trends.
Atlantic City – February 27 - March 3: The Atlantic City Boat Show is taking place at the Atlantic City Convention Center.
Annapolis – February 14: Valentines Day Dessert and Wine Charter hosted by the Chesapeake Nautical Cruises.
Charleston –
February 2: Charleston Ocean Racing Association (CORA) Frostbite Race #3.
February 9: Charleston Winter Wine Fest with over 50+ wines, and a selection of beer.
February 15 - 17: 2019 Southeastern Wildlife Exposition is a three-day showcase of everything about wildlife and nature. Catch these exciting events: DockDogs, presentations and other wildlife shows.
February 17 - 21: The International Marina Institute's Intermediate Marina Manager Course.
February 23: The 2019 Annual Oyster Roast.
February 24 - March 1: The International Marina Institute's Advanced Marina Manager Course.
Atlanta –
February 1 - 2: The Atlanta Fly Fishing Show featuring seminars and classes.
February 9: Oysterfest at Park Tavern. Enjoy live music, cold beer and tons of steamed, fried, and raw oysters.
February 14: Atlanta Balloon Glow at Piedmont Park ATL. Hot air balloons will glow each evening at dusk, with some balloon rides available as well.
Savannah –
February 14, 15 and 16: Valentine's Day Dinner Cruises are being hosted by Savannah Riverboat Cruises.
February 17: Isle of Hope Marina is hosting their second annual Oyster Roast. There will be locally harvest oysters, chili, beer, wine, and other beverages and desserts.
February 23: The 16th Annual Savannah International Food & Wine Tasting.
Naples –
Throughout February: Nature Walks on the beach, boardwalk, and back bay areas of Collier County Park with The Conservancy of SW Florida.
February 1: Swamp Buggy Tour at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary.
February 2: The Great Naples Duck Race is when an estimated 10,000 yellow rubber ducks will race down the Sun-N-Fun Lagoon Lazy River at the Naples Waterpark.
February 15: Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary After Hours event is a discussion with Jason Lauritsen, the Executive Director about Florida Wildlife Corridor.
February 17: Paradise Coast Half Marathon & 5K.
February 19: Sunset & Full Moon Yoga on Clam Pass Beach.
February 27: Sail away on a Bourbon Cruise hosted by Naples Princess Cruises
Key Largo – February 19 - 23: 2019 Force 5 Midwinter Championship at Upper Keys Sailing Club.
Miami –
February 1 - 3: HEMPEL World Cup Series - Round 2.
February 3: Family Bay Day with free food, adaptive kayaking, sailing, and powerboating.
February 8 - 10: GroundUP Music Festival 2019.
February 12: Valentines Day Sail with dinner + drinks.
February 14: The 2019 Miami Yacht Show.
February 14 - 18: The Miami International Boat Show is taking place at the Miami Marine Stadium Park & Basin.
Tampa – February 7 - 18: The 2019 Florida State Fair at the Florida State Fairgrounds.
St. Petersburg – February 15 - 17: Helly Hansen NOOD Regatta
Fort Lauderdale – February 3: Beach Superbowl Party.
Key West –
February 12 - 18: Learn to Sail Live-Aboard Adventure. This 7-day trip begins and ends at Stock Island Marina Village and is a combination of Basic Keelboat Sailing, Basic Coastal Cruising, and Bareboat Cruising.
February 14: Valentines Day Sunset-Sail aboard the America 2.0.
February 24: Wreckers Race on America 2.0 is a one-way race to Sand Key Lighthouse.
February 25: Sunset YIN Beach Yoga at Bahia Honda State Park.
Port Charlotte –
February 1 - 3: The 2019 Charlotte Harbor Regatta at Port Charlotte Beach.
February 16: Valentines Day Massacre Regatta at Charlotte Harbor Community Sailing Center.
Gulf Shores –
February 8: 2019 Mobile Boat Show.
February 16: Sea Turtle Half Marathon & Sweetheart 5K. The courses border the lagoon and return along the beautiful Gulf of Mexico to The Hangout on the Beach.
February 23: 2019 Beach Wars at the Beach at Gulf Shores.
Huntington Beach – February 1 - 3: The 2019 Surf City Marathon and Half Marathon.
Santa Cruz –
February 23 - 24: The 38th Annual Clam Chowder Cook-Off at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
February 24: Surfers Path 5K & 10K.
San Francisco –
February 3: The 36th Annual San Francisco Half Marathon
February 7: The 2019 SF Beer Week Mini Golf Open at the Parklab Gardens.
February 8: SF Beer Week Oysters & Stouts.
Los Angeles – February 16 - 17: Discover the world in one weekend at The LA Travel and Adventure Show will be taking place at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
Portland –
February 1 - 2: Portland Seafood & Wine Festival.
February 6 - 10: The Pacific Northwest Sportsmen's Show & Sport Fishing Show at the Portland Expo Center.
February 23: The 2019 Portland Polar Plunge & 5K | 10 K Fun Run or Walk. If jumping into the chilly water + running aren't your thing, head over for a Winter Beach Party with live music, food, and activities all morning long.
Newport – February 21 - 24: The 42nd Newport Seafood & Wine Festival will be showcasing over 150 Northwest wines, culinary professionals and regional artisans.
Port Angeles –
February 2: The Elwha Bridge 5K / 10K.
February 12: The Perspectives Winter Speaker Series at the North Olympic Library. This specific talk will focus on the topic - The Edge of the Sea: Scales of Change on Olympic Coast Beaches.
February 23: Celebrate George Washington's 287th Birthday with tea at the George Washington Inn. A traditional three-tiered tea menu will be served on the inn's oceanfront veranda.
Seattle –
February 1 - 2: The Seattle Boat Show.
February 20 - 24: Northwest Flower & Garden Festival at the Washington State Convention Center.
Lynnwood – February 16 - 17: The Fly Fishing Show at the Lynnwood Convention Center.
Nashville –
February 11: The National Geographic Live Speaker Series at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center will discover the topic of "Point of No Return."
February 23: 2019 Cummins Falls Marathon will take place at the Cummins Fall State Park.
February 28: The Nashville Lawn and Garden Show at The Fairgrounds.
Chicago –
February 2: The 2019 Chicago Ale Festival - Winter Edition.
February 14: Valentine's Night Cruise.
Novi – February 28: Outdoorama 2019 at Suburban Collection Showplace. Whether it is hunting, fishing, boating, canoeing, hiking, camping, or bird watching, this is the show for you.
The Bahamas –
February 2 - 3: The Tru Tru Bahamian Festival is a celebration of all things Bahamian and will showcase the best of The Bahamas.
February 3 - 6: Hawk's Nest 14th Annual Wahoo Championship.
February 6 - 9: 3rd Annual Sea Spray Abaco Challenge (SSAC) is taking place at Sea Spray Marina. It is a laid back, casual affair geared towards friends, families, and those who want to fish competitively.
February 9: Junkanoo Celebrations: North Andros is a community-based Junkanoo parade that blends the traditional music and dance of Junkanoo with local variants, making for unique entertainment.
February 10, 17 & 24: Jazz by the Sea at the Beach Bar & Deck.
February 12 - 17: 7th Annual Patrick Davis Hope Town Songwriters Festival held on Elbow Cay, Abaco, Bahamas. Watch as Hope Town comes to life with the sound of music as talented songwriters will perform original songs.
February 13 - 27: The George Town Cruising Regatta is a 14 day event in which the community will be able to enjoy two days of sailing, as well as days of onshore activities such as conch-shell blowing contests, and a softball competition.
February 14: Valentine Boat Cruise at Government Dock in Bullock's Harbour. The Caribbean Dreams boat will leave from the dock for cruisers to enjoy a romantic dinner on the water.
February 15: Winter Residents & Visitors Reception and Celebration with local cuisine, drinks, and live entertainment.
February 15: Annual Valentine's Day Yachter's Party at Hog Cay Ragged Island.
February 16: Annual Reef Ball: Marsh Harbour. A ceremony recognizing individuals who have played a significant role in the protection and sustainability of their environment.
February 20 - 24: Salina Point Homecoming Celebration is a reunion for former residents of Salina Point, Acklins and features four days of daytime and nighttime activities, beginning with a Float Parade.
February 21 - 23: Basketball Jamboree. High schools from throughout the Bahamas family of islands will come to compete.
February 21: The Great Harbour Cay 10th Annual Wahoo Invitational Fishing Tournament. Come enjoy a no-rules tournament that attracts up to 40 boats from Florida and Georgia, with a number of talented fisherman who are ready to compete.
February 22: The Rum Cay Day Festival is an all-day festival featuring cultural entertainment, Rake and Scrape bands, family-fun and games, and local food.
The British Virgin Islands –
February 2: Manhattan Yacht Club Challenge or better known as Caribbean Week. This event focuses on the teaching and education of sailing.
February 9 - 10: Anegada Kite & Paddle Festival.
February 14: Foxy's Valentine Party with dinner, live music, and more.
February 16 - 17: Sweethearts of the Caribbean Regatta.
February 19: Foxy's Full Moon Party.
February 19: Trellis Bay Full Moon Party.
February 23: The Governor's Cup held by the Royal BVI Yacht Club.
February 25: Dive BVI 5K Race Series - Race 2 VG.
Puerto Rico –
February 6 - 8: San Blas Half Marathon.
February 21 - 22: The 7th Annual Cattlemen's BBQ Competition is the largest barbecue competition in the Caribbean, and is open to all entrants.
February 26 - March 4: Celebrate the 200-year-old Ponce Carnival, comparable to Mardi Gras.
February 26 - March 14: The Casals Festival is the premier classical music festival in the Caribbean.
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