2026 Bay Invasion Tour Routes & Info

We have never charged any fees to join our cruising events, but starting with our June event and moving forward from there, we are going to begin collecting a $10 "breakdown fee" from every car.

You all know we are about as grassroots as you can get, meaning it's only us, with no outside sponsorship or support, so this fee is going to help people out.

Every year we have people that breakdown and need help. Sometimes it's just a small cheap part to get them going again, or cost nothing at all. Other times they might need a tow to our next stop, to be able to work on their ride, or it can end up being a costly roadside repair.

Here is how it's going to help out.....

If someone breaks down and needs to purchase something to get them back on the road, or needs a tow, this money will be available to them.

Here are the requirements:

1) We will reimburse 50% of your expenses for repair/tow

2) Repair/tow is a minimum of $100 to a maximum of $300

3) If repair is over $300, you will only get a maximum of $150 payout

4) You have not collected from the fund already during the current event

5) Only get payout if there is still money available in the breakdown "kitty"

If there is money left over at the end of the current event, we will carry it over to the next event and/or year after year. IF we stop having NERR cruising events in the future, the remaining funds (if there are any), will be donated to our charity of choice, The Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF).

We know that these trips can be expensive, so sometimes a breakdown can really put a hurting on someone's wallet. This should help ease that burden and give participants a little peace of mind, knowing that they can be reimbursed for part of their expenses.

We are capping payouts at $150 so that multiple people can possibly get help if needed.

We're always trying to make our events better and different from all the other cruising events around these days & we think this will help accomplish that. Our events are all about collecting money and helping people we don't even know, so this time we're going to help each other

The dates for 2026's event will be the weekend of June 6 & 7. We will update the following throughout the year, as more plans get solidified

KEEP ON CHECKING IN, FOR ALL THE LATEST INFO AND UPDATES STILL TO COME

SATURDAY ITINERARY

As usual we will be kicking off in Seabrook, NH and cruising backroads to Boothbay Harbor, ME. We will kickoff in the same location as the last few years (Seabrook Commons), as there are plenty of places to get gas and grab a quick breakfast if people needed to, before hitting the road.

There will be at least one restroom/fuel stop planned along the way. Hopefully we will have some interesting surprises and stops planned as kickoff gets closer

Our most important stop of the day, will be to visit our friends at the Boothbay Craft Brewery and Tavern ( https://www.boothbaycraftbrewery.com/ ), for some food and drink, along with some fundraising fun.

They have been big supporters of NERR, for a solid decade now. As it is now a large part of our B.I.T. event, 2026 will mark the 4th year for the now annual, Pint-wood derby, hosted by the brewery. There will also hopefully be live music on their new outdoor stage area during our visit, as long as the weather cooperates.

We are planning an afternoon (time TBD at a later date) arrival at Boothbay Craft Brewery. After eating there will be the Pint-wood derby contest. For a small entry fee, you can enter your car and get a free drink coupon. 100% of the money raised will go to our charity (the Lymphoma Research Foundation). There are no rules limiting the competition. There will be assorted prizes for different classes and winners, so get your car ready!

Saturday night, when the weather allows it, a lot of the crew loves sitting by the water's edge, on the Inn's property, taking in the beautiful sunsets and enjoying their gas firepit.

With our host property being located right next to the harbor's historic footbridge, all the activities around the harbor are less than a ten minute walk away!

A.I.S. time: TBD

SATURDAY ROUTES

Link to first leg's route:

Important notes:

Link to second leg's route:

SUNDAY ITINERARY

As it has now become a regular feature to this event, Sunday morning will consist of a short scenic drive of the surrounding area, that will leave plenty of time to enjoy the rest of the day for dining, shopping, boat cruises, etc.

Usually for lunch a lot of the crowd will head over to at Brady's Restaurant ( www.bradysboothbayharbor.com ) at the end of the harbor to see the Saltwater Hillbilly perform for an entartaining afternoon of singing tunes and dancing. If you've been with us here before, you know he definitely gets the crowd going. If you haven't been, you're in for a fun treat, if he is there that weekend.

SUNDAY ROUTE

A.I.S. time: TBD

Link to route:

Important notes: