Boating

Aug 29, 2025 Jet Ski Invasion Crosses New York Harbor

Hundreds of personal watercraft moved from the East River into New York Harbor and up the Hudson under heightened maritime oversight.

Aug 27, 2025 Vintage Volkswagens Return to Governors Island

Gridlock placed nearly 75 vintage Volkswagens against the harbor skyline during a rare automotive gathering on Governors Island.

Aug 26, 2025 Harbor Charger Joins Governors Island Fleet

The Harbor Charger became New York State's first hybrid-electric public ferry, bringing greater capacity, speed, and lower-emission service to Governors Island.

Aug 11, 2025 The BEAST Races Through New York Harbor

The 70-foot jet-powered BEAST pairs a 30-minute speedboat ride with views of Lower Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty from New York Harbor.

Jan 27, 2025 Inside the 2025 New York Boat Show

The Javits Center became an indoor marina for five days of boats, marine technology, instruction, family activities, and a benefit for New York Harbor restoration.

Sep 24, 2024 Inside the 2024 Dragon Boat Festival

More than 180 teams raced across Meadow Lake as the Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival joined elite paddling with Chinese music, dance, food, and craft.

Jan 25, 2024 Inside the 2024 New York Boat Show

The 2024 New York Boat Show brought vessels from 18-foot runabouts to the 52-foot Pardo 52 GT, hands-on activities, and boater education to the Javits Center.