Summer Season Opener

May 31, 2025 | 12pm-6pm

Help us kick off the start of the Summer!

Join us as we kick off another incredible season on Lake Champlain. The Community Sailing Center is excited to welcome everyone back to the waterfront for a full day of celebration. Whether you’re a longtime lake lover or brand new to sailing, this event is for you.

Enjoy:

  • Low-cost sailboat rides
  • Delicious local food truck fare and creemees
  • Fun for kids—games, crafts, and prizes
  • Yoga sessions on the deck
  • Tabling from awesome community partners
  • Cool Boats for Viewing
    …and much more!

 

Take a look at what’s to come!

 

$10 Sails | 12:00pm – 4:30pm

Registration required. Opens May 1.

Set sail on Lake Champlain! Sails depart every hour from 12:00pm-4:30pm. Take a ride on Sail Beyond Cancer VT’s Tranquility, Whistling Man’s Wild Rose or CSC’s Sonars. Spots will go quickly. Make sure to sign up today!

 

Yoga on the Deck with the YMCA | 1:30pm – 2:30pm

Stretch, breathe, and unwind with Yoga on the deck—brought to you in partnership by the YMCA! Flow through your poses while soaking in stunning views of Lake Champlain. To join, call the Greater Burlington YMCA at 802-862-9622 or visit their website for details.

 

Check out some Cool Boats!

Ever wonder what a Coast Guard Boat looks like? Or seen an antique boat? We are excited to feature some awesome boats brought to you by our community partners. A few of our community partners are bringing their boats to show off during the event. Stop by our parking lot to view the many different boats that float on Lake Champlain!

Come Check out: the U.S. Coastguard’s boat, Lake Champlain Maritime Museum’s split rock dinghy and Cornish Pilot Gig, Lake Champlain Antique and Classic Boat Society’s Chris Craft and Lyman wooden boat

 

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony | 5:00pm – 6:00pm

CSC is thrilled to invite all to attend its Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the new waterfront! Long-standing supporters will speak, followed by the official ribbon cutting announcing the opening of the waterfront to the public. Immediately following, CSC will host a Cocktail Reception on the dock!

 

Cocktail Reception on the Dock | 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Join us for a Cocktail Reception on the Dock starting at 6pm featuring drinks from Backyard Bistro, music by DJ super team Aquatic Underground, and more. All are welcome. Bring your friends and family for this awesome chance to celebrate. See ya there!