Duck Island Raft Party 2026

We hope you all had a blast at the
2026 Duck Island Raft Party!

What an incredible day on the Sound! 🇺🇸

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out, supported the event, donated, sponsored, and helped make the 2026 Duck Island Raft Party unforgettable.

We couldn’t do this without all of you. Check out the video recap and relive one of our favorite days of the summer!

Special thanks to Kellogg Marine Supply, Pursuit Boats, Tiara Yachts, Bill’s Seafood, Leon’s Pizza, Water’s Edge Resort & Spa, Saybrook Point, Westbrook Bed & Breakfast, Cafe Laurel, Bradley & Wall, Suzuki, Captain Stannard House, Mesco, Captain Jack Sparrow (Tucker Reynolds of Lighthouse Signs), the Westbrook Police Department, Clinton Police Department, and The Take for helping make the event a success.

We donated $20,500 to
APK Charities!

We’re incredibly proud to announce that this year’s Duck Island Raft Party raised $20,500 for APK Charities! What started as a great day on the water became something even bigger, thanks to the generosity of our boating community, sponsors and everyone who came out to support the event.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make the 2026 Duck Island Raft Party such a success. Together, we had an unforgettable day and made a meaningful impact for an incredible organization.

$20,500 raised. One amazing boating community. One great cause. 💙

Thank you for all your Donations to APK Charities!

Congratulations to the Recipients!

Inflatable Dock: April L

Capt. Standard House: Debbie S

Cafe Laurel: Cindy S

Suzuki Cooler: Nico B

Westbrook B&B: Cindy B

Saybrook Point: Fred M

Pursuit Backpack: Josh G

Tiara: Steve C

Water’s Edge: Andy S

Bill’s: James M

Pursuit Cooler: Chris G

Bradley & Wall: Dawne F

Leon’s: Amber M

Pursuit Bean Bag: Lisa B

Pursuit Tote: Michelle W

Coastline: Sherwood R

Mesco: Chris I

Kellogg PFD: Jillian M

Saturday, August 1, 2026

Join us for one of the most anticipated events on the Sound! The 2026 theme is “American” in celebration of the United States’ upcoming 250th anniversary!

Dress your boat in red, white, and blue, bring your patriotic spirit, and get ready to raft up with fellow boaters for a day of fun, music, floating, and community.

Live Music • Floats • Giveaways • Fun in the Sun

Bring your friends and tie your boats by Duck Island in Westbrook for an afternoon filled with live music performed by The Take, fun, and great company!

NEW FOR 2026:
• Ice Cream Float CT with sweets for sale!
• You’ll be able to listen to the live music and event announcements right from the water by tuning your boat radio to 101.5 FM!

Decorate your boat and bring the party to the water! Trophy for the Best Dressed Boat! 

We’re proud to announce APK Charities as this year’s Duck Island Raft Party beneficiary 🇺🇸
Their mission is powerful, supporting active, retired, wounded, and fallen service members and their families through financial aid and meaningful assistance.
Every donation helps make a difference. Join us in giving back while celebrating on the water. Let’s make this our biggest impact yet.

Raindate:  Sunday, August 2nd

All Boaters participate at their own risk.  Event organizers are not liable for any injuries or damages that may occur during the event.