Great Lakes Boating Festival

Sip, Shop, and Stroll The Docks at the 2026 Great Lakes Lakes Boating Festival

May 16 – 17 | The Grosse Pointe Yacht Club

788 Lakeshore Road
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236

The 37th Annual Great Lakes Boating Festival returns to the waterfront at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club. This long-standing spring tradition brings together boaters from across the region for a weekend of yachts, marine exhibits, shopping, and dockside experiences to kick off the Great Lakes boating season.

Connect with Team JBYS to step aboard a selection of boats on display and connect with members of our team throughout the festival. Whether you’re exploring your next boat or simply enjoying a day along the docks, we look forward to seeing you there.

Don’t miss the Saturday evening Spring Launch Party & Auction (6:30PM – 11:00PM), featuring food, drinks, live music, dancing, and a charity auction benefiting youth sailing programs.

👉 Tickets Here

NEW THIS YEAR — Non-Member Lunch Service
The GPYC invites non-members to dine inside the Club’s Mariners Dining Room on Saturday and pay via credit card. Walk-ins are welcome, though reservations are recommended by email.

Saturday Lunch served 11 AM – 2 PM