Whatever Floats Your Boat
Jupiter's Most Creative Day on the Water
Saturday, September 5, 2026
11:30 AM • Guanabanas Waterfront • Jupiter, Florida
Build It. Float It. Paddle It. Laugh About It.
What is Whatever Floats Your Boat?
Where Creativity Meets Community
Some of the best days on the water aren't about winning.
They're about laughing so hard you forget who crossed the finish line first.
Whatever Floats Your Boat is Blueline Surf & Paddle Co.'s annual homemade watercraft challenge, where creativity matters just as much as engineering. Gather your crew, build something that floats, and paddle your way across the course while spectators cheer from the docks, paddleboards, kayaks, and waterfront.
Some boats are surprisingly fast.
Some barely make it off the beach.
Every one has a story.
Whether you're racing, building, or simply watching from Guanabanas, it's one of Jupiter's most entertaining community events and a celebration of everything that makes life on the water so much fun.
Event Details
- Date Saturday, September 5, 2026
- Time11:30 AM
- Location Guanabanas Waterfront, Jupiter, Florida
- Hosted By Blueline Surf & Paddle Co.
- Entry Fee$20 per craft
- SpectatorsFree
Build Your Craft
If It Floats, Bring It.
This isn't a boat show.
It's a creativity contest disguised as a race.
Build something original using whatever materials inspire you. Pool noodles, paddleboards, barrels, coolers, PVC, inflatables, recycled materials... if you can dream it up and make it float, you're on the right track.
Build Rules
✔ Maximum length: 10 feet
✔ Unlimited width
✔ Handmade or heavily DIY modified
✔ Paddle powered
✔ No motors
✔ Must safely carry its crew
✔ Must float
Awards
Dock-to-Dock Champion
Awarded to the fastest craft that survives the course and reaches the finish line first.
Best Frankencraft
Celebrating the most creative, outrageous, and unforgettable floating creation of the day.
Watch the Action
Not racing?
You're still part of the fun.
Grab lunch at Guanabanas, watch from the waterfront, or paddle out on your own kayak, paddleboard, or inflatable to cheer on your favorite teams.
Bring a camera.
You're going to need it.
Built by the Community
Last year's event featured everything from homemade outrigger canoes and floating tractors to barrel boats, floating ice baths, and creations that defied all logic.
What will show up this year?
We honestly have no idea.
That's the best part.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whatever Floats Your Boat?
Whatever Floats Your Boat is Blueline Surf & Paddle Co.'s annual homemade watercraft competition held in Jupiter, Florida. Teams build creative floating crafts and paddle them through a fun waterfront course.
Where is the event held?
The event takes place at Guanabanas Waterfront in Jupiter, Florida.
When is Whatever Floats Your Boat?
The second annual event takes place on Saturday, September 5, 2026, beginning at 11:30 AM.
How much does it cost to enter?
Registration is $20 per craft.
Do I need to build my own boat?
Yes. Every entry should be handmade or heavily modified. Creativity is part of the challenge.
Can I use a paddleboard or kayak?
Only if it's been significantly incorporated into a creative DIY design that meets the event guidelines.
Can spectators attend?
Absolutely! Watching is free. Enjoy the action from Guanabanas or cheer from the water on your own paddleboard, kayak, or inflatable.
Is this a race or a costume contest?
Both! Awards recognize speed as well as creativity, originality, and overall fun.
What should I bring?
Water, sunscreen, a sense of humor, and plenty of encouragement for your favorite crews.
Who hosts Whatever Floats Your Boat?
The event is hosted by Blueline Surf & Paddle Co., a locally owned surf and paddle shop in Jupiter dedicated to building community through life on and around the water.
