Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM ET {1600 – 2200 UTC} Live from Manchester, New Hampshire

Join Boston Virtual ARTCC for the longest-standing live event on VATSIM as we celebrate the 27th Annual Boston Tea Party! Our controllers will gather in person to staff as many ZBW facilities as possible, delivering top-tier ATC across the entire Boston ARTCC airspace.

Full staffing of ZBW and major airports throughout the event window ending promptly at 6pm ET! Tea Party Pilot Poker Run – Fly as many legs as you can to collect poker hands with a chance to win great prizes from our flight simulation sponsors! Whether you’re flying in or just connecting for the event

Featured Airports:

KBOS – Boston Logan International KMHT – Manchester-Boston Regional KBDL – Bradley International KPVD – Rhode Island T.F. Green International Additional airports including KBGR, KPWM, KSYR, and more!

This is a premier VATSIM event with heavy traffic expected and excellent controlling from the Boston Virtual ARTCC. Whether you’re a pilot looking for a fun themed flight or just want to enjoy great ATC, the 2026 Boston Tea Party is the place to be!

Full Poker Run details and prizes can be found here.

See you in Boston Center airspace on August 1st!