The Blue Ridge Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society will host its annual Lake Hartwell Spring Boat Show at the Harbor Light Marina and Tilly’s Bar & Grill from April 16 to 18, 2026.
This year’s show will feature a diverse array of antique and classic wooden and fiberglass boats displayed in the water. We are thrilled to invite you to join us for this exciting event! Our boats will begin to arrive on Thursday, April 16th, and the owners would be delighted to spend time with you. These magnificent watercrafts represent the Golden Age of boating, showcasing innovative and classic designs from renowned designers and manufacturers such as Chris Craft, Century, Hacker Craft, Garwood, Lyman, and many others.
On Friday, April 17th, additional boats will arrive to join the display from 10 am to 3 pm. The owners will be eager to meet you and share details about their specific models. We genuinely enjoy this opportunity to reminisce, discuss restoration methods, and showcase current projects. Some of our Captains will even be willing to provide rides, and we’ll have engines running at various times to allow you to experience the unique and captivating sound of these classic vessels. It’s truly a “step back in time.”
Attendees will be provided with a ballot for the People’s Choice Award. Your participation in the voting is greatly appreciated, and the Captains are very grateful for your support.
Admission and parking are free, and the show hours on Saturday, April 18th, will be from 10 am to 3 pm. Please plan to join us at Harbor Light Marina, conveniently located adjacent to the boat slips, where you can enjoy food and beverages at Tilly’s. The address is 1476 Harbor Light Marina Road, Lavonia, GA 30553. Just off exit 71 on I-85 at the Georgia and South Carolina line.
For more information, please contact our Chapter at brc.acbs@gmail.com or visit our website at blueridgechapter-acbs.org
