New Bedford YMCA

Thursday August 7th, 2025

4-5:30pm Launch Party

5:30-6pm Check In at the Pier

6-8pm Harbor Cruise

Join us for a fun night as we raise funds for the Annual Campaign! We’ll start the evening at the New Bedford YMCA for a launch party where attendees will have the chance to win exciting raffle prizes, bid on auction items and enjoy some complimentary snacks and a cash bar. Afterwards, harbor cruise ticket holders will head out for a sunset cruise around New Bedford Harbor. See you there!

Ticket Details & FAQ’s

• $30 Launch Party tickets include access to the Launch Party held at the New Bedford YMCA only. No drinks or raffle tickets are included in this ticket price.
• $75 tickets include access to the launch party AND the Harbor Cruise. No drinks or raffle tickets are included in this price.
• Where can I park? Launch Party and Harbor Cruise ticket holders are all welcome to park in the lot at the New Bedford YMCA. This is just a short walk from the Pier where the boat will launch from. If you’d prefer to park closer to the boat, you are more than welcome. But please be aware that parking on the Pier is limited. If you need an address for your GPS you can use 49 State Pier, New Bedford, MA.
• Will there be food and drinks on the boat? Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar (cash only, no cards will be accepted) will be available at the launch party and on the boat.