The season is turning, the docks are coming back to life, and the Great Lakes boating calendar is officially underway. From early-season boat shows to on-the-water demo days and summer events still to come, this is your guide to where you’ll find Team JBYS throughout the season.
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She’s the Captain Boating Course Comes to Michigan
The She’s the Captain women’s boating course by MJM Yachts comes to Michigan, with hands-on instruction in docking and boat handling at JBYS events.
Muskegon Boat Life Adelaide pointe Boat Show
Muskegon’s Summer Kickoff Boat Show May 15 – 17 | Adelaide Pointe MarinaAdelaide Circle,Muskegon, MI 49441 The Muskegon Boat Life Adelaide Pointe Boat Show returns to West Michigan as the ultimate kickoff to summer, bringing together boats, waterfront energy, and a full weekend of on-the-water excitement. Set against the backdrop of the newest marina on […]
She’s The Captain Courses
women-only boating courseS designed to instill independence at the helm May 30 | Grosse Pointe Yacht Club788 Lakeshore RoadGrosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236 May 31 | Holland, MI602 Lawn AveHolland, MI 49423 The MJM She’s The Captain program is a hands-on boating experience built to boost confidence at the helm. Led by a USCG licensed […]
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 RoadGrosse 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 […]
Catawba Island Boat Show
The Catawba Island Boat Show is Ohio’s Premier Boat Show April 24 – 26 | Port Clinton, OH 4330 Beach Club Rd,Port Clinton, OH43452 The Catawba Island Boat Show returns to the scenic Catawba Island Club for three days of boats, waterfront exhibits, and the official start of Great Lakes boating season. As Ohio’s premier […]
Chicago In-Water Boat & Tech Show
Two days of boats, harbor views, and a strong start to the season May 29 – 30 | Chicago Yacht Club 400 E. Monroe St. Chicago, IL Chicago Yacht Club’s In-Water Boat & Tech Show returns to Chicago for a weekend of boats, waterfront displays, and one of the season’s most anticipated early-summer boating events. […]
Boat Listing Photos That Sell: How to Attract Buyers and Sell Your Boat Faster
Learn what boat listing photos attract buyers and help you sell your boat faster. Expert tips from yacht brokers at JBYS.
Viking Drops All-New 70 Convertible at Palm Beach
New Viking 70 Announced! Introducing the second-generation Viking 70 Convertible. A serious evolution in one of the most competitive size ranges in sportfishing, just announced by Viking Yachts at the 2026 Palm Beach International Boat Show. The Viking 70 Convertible is set for its official world premiere at FLIBS later this year, with multiple configurations […]
Bay Harbor Boat Show
Three days of boats, waterfront views, and the excitement of summer June 19 – 21 | Bay Harbor Lake Marina 832 Front Street, Bay Harbor, MI 49770 The Bay Harbor In-Water Boat Show returns to Bay Harbor Lake Marina for a weekend of boats, waterfront displays, and one of Northern Michigan’s most anticipated boating events. […]