Opening of the Bay 2026

Your ticket ($200) supports our 501(c)3 nonprofit’s mission to connect people of all ages, abilities and means to Duxbury Bay. The tax-deductible portion of your ticket ($120) supports these completely free outreach programs:

Scholarships: 100% of qualifying individuals were awarded a total $125,000 in scholarships last year. This covered up to four programs per year or 1 per season.
Adaptive Programs: We've expanded our adaptive programs to include sailing, rowing and kayaking for those with mental or phsyical disabilities. This includes the option of Exposure Days where students who are apprehensive about trying the sport can tour campus, meet staff and familiarize themselves with on-and-off water activities.
Veteran Programs: This year marked the 5th anniversary of our Vetaran's rowing program. This milestone came with a series of extraordinary recognitions from the State Senate, Governor, Executive office of Veteran Services and House of Representatives.
Maritime Adventures: Through partnerships with Crossroads and The Boys and Girls Club, we help students with limited access to waterfront opportunities get out on the bay, build skills, and discover the joy of sailing, rowing, and exploring Duxbury Bay.

Tuition alone does not cover the full cost of our 650+ programs, 2.5 acre campus, 275+ boats, 150+ highly trained staff members, and the extraordinary experience that is Duxbury Bay Maritime School. Your support helps make it all possible. Thank you so much for being part of our community!

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This year Opening of the Bay Weekend will consist of our Dockside Gala on Friday, May 22nd and Community Day, Saturday, May 23rd.

The Dockside Gala is our biggest fundraising event of the year with a goal of $280,000, that supports our nonprofit and its outreach programming. The event will begin at 6pm with our VIP party, which includes Board Members, Founders and Event Sponsors over $1,000 and will open to all ticket-holders at 7pm. Dine with us this year! From 7-11pm you will enjoy an open bar, live music, loads of food by The Chef's Table including passed appetizers, a robust sushi bar and raw bar, Montilios wood fired pizza, dessert & more! There will be wonderful ways to contribute to our nonprofit with lively fundraising events. The attire is cocktail!

For your convenience, trolley transportation is available. The $25 fee is paid directly to the transportation provider and does not support Duxbury Bay Maritime School’s programs or fundraising efforts. To reserve your spot, please email Meagan Peter at meagan@rockstarlimo.net

Community Day is a free event that supports our mission of Access for All. All are welcome to enjoy food trucks (a portion of proceeds support DBMS!), bouncy houses, a dunk tank, kayaking, boat tours, live music, a raffle and other great activities.

Thank you to Long Point Marine for making this day free for all!

Community Day Sponsor

Long Point Marine

Presenting Sponsor

The Leonard Family

The Marston Family

Lead Sponsor

Rockstar Limo

Long Hagan Huff-Harris Law

Hutker Architects

The Clifford Family

Marjorie and Dan Sullivan

The Chef's Table

In Memory of Alanna and Joshua

Bay State Bath

The Quigley Family

Consider the Lilies

Maker's Mark and Hornitos Tequila

Red Sky Studios

R. Alves Lighting Design

Tito's Vodka

Bay Sponsor

Shawn Dahlen and Co.

Sargent Child and Family Services

Family of Powell Robinson Jr

Chuck and Teak Hewitt

Hauke Kite-Powell and Arlene Hansen

eCratchit

Howland Capital

Island Creek Oysters

Adam and Licia Brown

Jim and Jennifer Febeo

Pellegrini Family Dentistry

Dick and Sheila Morse

Christine Hamori Cosmetic Surgery + Skin Spa

Boat Sponsor

Jeff Straka and Linda Klein

Linn Spalding

The Jodoin Family

Cap Kane

Ned and Janet Lawson

Whitney and Ryan Patton

Carol and Tony Rando

System4

Patricia Loring

Mary and Jerry Steinke

South Shore Sotheby's International Realty

Baymark Property Management

Boston Beer Company

Anchor Sponsor

Montilio's Pizza

Chase Canopy

Peter and Mary Ellen Lawrence

Ann and Kevin Mullins

Veronica's Sweetcakes

Empire Wine and Spirits

Waterfront Realty

Holly and Jimmy Morris

Strand Boutique

Phillips Tree & Construction

McGee Toyota

The Firm Real Estate Group

The Tice Family

Bay Farm Montessori

Amy and Brian Sack

French Memories Bakery

Jessica Tyler | Compass

Standish Capital

Rockland Trust

EXPLORE Pediatric Therapy

Brian and Beth King

Marshall Marine Corp

NFB Design

Jim Fagan (Auctioneer)

Buoy Sponsor

LuAnn Luke Designs

Shenanigans by Contagious Events

Plymouth Party Food Truck

South Shore Smokehouse Food Truck

Snug Harbor Fish Co.

Baldwin Burke Interiors

Law Mom

Valise Travel Concierge

HeyBooth

Save the Date for these 2026 Events at DBMS!

Our Porch Bars typically feature a cash bar, food trucks, live music, and activities for kids.

June 18: our first Porch Bar of the season!
July 19: Giving Day Kick-Off Porch Bar
August 16: DBMS Summer Sailing Regatta and Awards Night Porch Bar including meet-ups with DBMS Alumni and Duxbury Newcomers & Neighbors Club
August 27: Advocate Council and Lifetime Founder Thank You Party. There's still time to give and attend!
- *Adovcate Council: those who have donated $1,997 or more this or last fiscal year.
- *Lifetime Founders: those who have donated over $25,000 in their lifetime.

We look forward to seeing you!

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