The DMVBOA is turning up the heat this year — and you’re invited to come aboard for the ride.
So grab your crew, throw on something that says “nautical but nice,” and let’s make some memories.
🍸 Winter Brunch at Makers Union Pub, The Wharf DC —
January 17, 2026
Sip, flirt, and mingle by the water — a little winter warmth never hurt anyone. 😉
🥂 4th Annual Pre-Season Brunch Cruise — April 18, 2026 - Sold Out
Set sail with City Cruises for an all-day brunch affair that’s as bubbly as the company.
May 3rd - Raft-Up, Mattawoman Creek Our first raft-up of the season. Drop anchor, share a laugh, and ease back into boating mode together.
May 16 – ORMA Blessing of the Fleet A meaningful tradition and a great opportunity for us to show up strong as DMVBOA. Registration www.ormanva.org
May 23 – Golden Hour Series: The Invitation Featuring The Tribe Band Belmont Bay Harbor Marina Free & Open to the Public 3PM Experiences | 6–8:30PM Live Music
May 24 – Group Cruise to National Harbor Holiday weekend cruising with the crew. It doesn’t get much better than that
🏖 June 12–14 – Cruise to Colonial Beach One of our favorite weekends every year — relaxed, fun, and full of memories.
🎉 June 18–22 – Coles Point Beach Party Multiple days on the water, good vibes, and plenty of laughs.
🎶 June 20 – Golden Hour Series: Slow Burn Featuring Special Guest (TBD) An easy, smooth summer evening at Belmont Bay.
🎶 July 25 – Golden Hour Series: Harbor Heat Featuring Geno Marriott & The Spirit of Jazz High summer energy, live sax, and golden hour at its best.
July 3–6 – Fireworks Cruises DC • Mount Vernon • Fort Belvoir Choose your backdrop and celebrate on the water.
⚓ July 10 – Cruise & Raft-Up, Tim’s II Simple. Fun. Just boats and good company.
🚤 August 8 – Cruise to Coles Point Another chance to cruise together and enjoy the ride.
🎶 August 22 – Golden Hour Series: Silk at Sundown Featuring N2N Band ✨ Annual Back-to-School Fundraiser Night
We’ll close out summer in style while supporting local students — a night of music and meaningful impact.
🎶 September 26 – Golden Hour Series Finale: The Afterglow Featuring Chocolate Factory Band One last sunset together at Belmont Bay before the season shifts.
December 5 – Annual Christmas Party Because DMVBOA is more than boating — it’s community.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us throughout 2025 — your presence and enthusiasm made every event meaningful, memorable, and fun!