Join fellow boaters and community members for a magical, music-filled summer on the water as the Community Boating Center (CBC) and the Schooner Zodiac proudly present Beats on the Bay, a one-of-a-kind floating concert series taking place on beautiful Bellingham Bay!

This year’s lineup features an exciting mix of genres and performers that bring soulful sounds and global rhythms to the sea: 

2025 Concert Lineup 

August 13 – Kate Dinsmore 

A powerhouse singer-songwriter from Seattle, Kate’s genre-spanning style draws from jazz, rock, and Americana, brought to life with her electrifying stage presence and soulful voice. 

September 3 – MaSango+Ukama 

World-renowned multi-instrumentalist Zivanai Masango and vocalist Helen team up with our favorite local marimba band Ukama to bring vibrant and rhythmic sounds from Zimbabwe and Southern Africa in a powerful and joyful musical experience. 

September 10 – Smooth Kiwi 

An alternative psychedelic pop-rock band with groove-driven jams, silky vocals, funky bass, and lush atmospheric guitar and synth textures. Like a fresh kiwi: vibrant, sweet, and deeply satisfying. 

‍How to Attend 

Choose your adventure: 

Paddle or Row: Rent a kayak, stand-up paddleboard, or rowboat from CBC for $30 — reserve at boatingcenter.org.

Bring Your Own Boat: Paddle out and enjoy the show from your own small watercraft.

On Board the Schooner Zodiac: Want a front-row view with more comfort? Purchase tickets to be on deck at schoonerzodiac.com/floating-concerts.

Each concert begins at 6:00 PM and wraps up by 8:00 PM.

Weather & Safety 

Events may be canceled in the event of sustained winds over 14 mph or heavy rain. Full refunds will be provided if we must cancel due to weather.

Important reminders: 

No alcohol or drug use is permitted before or during the event on CBC boats. All paddlers must wear PFDs (personal flotation devices) at all times. 

Community-Focused Fun 

All proceeds from boat rentals go directly to support the CBC’s mission to provide inclusive access to water-based recreation, education, and stewardship programs. 

Can’t get on the water? No problem! You can still enjoy the music from shore. We welcome shoreside attendees with a suggested donation of $15 per person to support the CBC’s community programming.

Questions? 

Email at info@boatingcenter.org and follow us on Instagram for updates, sneak peeks, and weather alerts. More information can be found at boatingcenter.org/beatsonthebay 

The Community Boating Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit located in Fairhaven, Washington. Their mission is to foster small-watercraft education, access, safe recreation, and marine stewardship on Bellingham Bay. The CBC was founded by a core of local small-watercraft enthusiasts in 2006 and began services to the public in 2007. The CBC is not a club. There are no memberships and no dues. Programs and services are available to all.

Beats on the Bay