Rendezvous on the Docks: 5 O'clock on the Dock!

Saturday, May 17 from 5 - 10 PM

About:

Escape to an island state of mind as we bring the laid-back vibes of the Tropical Rock music scene to The Center for Wooden Boats. Stroll the docks, sip on margaritas, and enjoy delicious cheeseburgers while listening to live music that will transport you to the tropics. Boats will be decked out in island flair, and each donation will raise our fundraising sail higher, helping us reach our goal. Join us for an unforgettable evening of tropical fun, community, and philanthropy—because it’s always 5 o’clock somewhere!

Ticket prices: One for $60, Two for $100, Six for $300 

Event Schedule:

5:00 PM Check-in Opens

      Games, open bar, and appetizers available!

6:00 PM Featured Speaker & Raise our Sail giving initiative begins.

6:30 PM Parade to the Docks

7:00 PM Party on the Docks 

      Food, open bar, decorated boats, games, and a live band!

9:00 PM Online auction ends & raffle winner announced.

Auction winners pick up their items from the Boathouse.

10:00 PM Party ends! 

Online Auction: May 10-17, 2025

Opens for bidding: 9 AM on Saturday May 10th

Bidding ends: 9:00 PM (PDT) on Saturday, May 17th

Join the party and take your item home with you!

Last year’s packages include vacations, boating experiences, food/dining, maritime classes, art and more! Package preview will be released in early May. Click the button below to receive a reminder email when the auction opens.

We do not have an item preview just yet! Below are some of the items donated to our auction last year. Thank you to all of generous donors to 2024’s online auction!

To donate an item to this year’s auction contact development@cwb.org.

Event Information

Your ticket includes access to the entire event where you can enjoy the food and festivities listed below! More details coming soon!

Entertainment

The Super-Krewe Band

The Super-Krewe: an ensemble of hand-picked musicians from the national and international music scene exploring the rhythmic and melodic realms of pocket, groove and space. The Super-Krewe creates sounds, grooves and feels that help you satisfy the itch that makes you wanna strut, 2 step and shout! 

Food

Exactly what it sounds like, BIG foot-long hotdogs with a variety of topping options! Visit their website here.

Food truck serving panini’s, salads, soups, and deserts! Visit their website here.

Pop-up BBQ serving brisket, sausages and other BBQ classics! Visit their Instagram here.

Food truck serving shawarma and other yummy Mediterranean bites. Visit their Instagram here.

Photos from Last Year’s Auction Items

Other ways to support our fundraiser:

IN-KIND DONATIONS

Thank you to the in-kind donors who have made our 2025 Online Auction and Rendezvous on the Docks possible! We couldn’t do this without you!

SUPPORTERS

We are so grateful for the ongoing support of the following area businesses and funders, which help CWB pursue our mission to make experiences on the water accessible to everyone.

 
 

Looking back at our 2024 Rendezvous on the Docks:

Last year, CWB engaged thousands of people with sailing and woodworking instruction, boat rentals, the Public Peapod Program, and free access to maritime exhibits.

Your generosity helps us steward northwest maritime heritage through hands-on learning on the water and in our boat shops and enables CWB to provide scholarships to our youth programs for families in need - ensuring access to boating opportunities for people from all walks of life.

Can’t make it to the party?

If you are unable to attend the event but would still like to contribute, please consider making a donation.

Deadlines and Tax Information:

Donations of in-kind auction items must be received by April 25, 2025. In-kind donation acknowledgement letters will be mailed following the event. CWB is a 501c(3) non-profit organization, tax ID: 91-1061721.

For more information or questions contact development@cwb.org.