Sock Burner 2025: Boats & Bivalves

Come join us at The Kingston Yacht Club in Kingston, ON for our inaugural “Sock Burner” to welcome the 2025 sailing season to the waters of Kingston Harbour! Enjoy a bonfire, fresh PEI Oysters, shanties and musical performances, local brews and drinks, and snacks in good company!

The festivities will kick-off with the sacrificial burning of a pair of socks at 2:30pm, before we head out into the harbour for the “Slow Poker” Regatta - a sailing treasure hunt in Kingston’s Inner Harbour where sailors will “race” to collect tickets for a prize draw!

Register Your Boat HERE!

Volunteer to Crew HERE!

Following the regatta, everyone is welcome to join us at Kingston Yacht Club for Fresh PEI Oysters, refreshments provided by KYC, and a bonfire, accompanied by nautical music, shanties, and games for sailors, and aspiring sailors of all ages!

Slow Poker Prizes:

• Custom Helly Hansen Jacket

• Sailing Gear & Supplies

• Gift Cards

• Beer

• Cool clothing & prizes from local shops

Burning of the Socks: 2:30

Regatta: 3-4:30

Music, Oysters, Merriment, and Beverages to follow from 5-9:00!

More info: 343-363-0772 (text or call) and info@tallshipexpeditions.com