The Rotary Club of Hartwell and Gordon’s Marine present the 4th Annual Giant Nautical & Home Expo. March 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. – 5p.m. at the Gum Branch Mega Ramp on Lake Hartwell.
This annual event has grown exponentially over the past 4 years and is a major fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Hartwell. The proceeds help fund Rotary’s commitment to help local non-profits community service project, scholarships, literacy programs and so much more!
The Expo features an In-water Boat Show that includes free rides on the water from Gordon’s Marine, both new and used boats for sale, an antique boat show and watercraft of all types. Docks, swim platforms, gangway, dock accessories, floats, water toys, and of course, fishing equipment with be available for purchase. It doesn’t stop there…..there’s building supplies, contractors, remodeling companies, window dealership, roofing companies, cabinet makers, pretty much everything you need for lake and country living.
If you enjoy shopping, come visit our variety of vendors….jewelry, clothing, art, yard art, inspirational signs, along with man non-profits providing information.
New this year we introduce “Georgia Grown” and made products. We’re proud of our agriculture and local products and want to provide an opportunity for everyone to get to know more about them. If you offer products that are homegrown or handmade, we encourage you to become a vendor.
New this year is our Inaugural Barbecue Contest. As you know, everyone in the community thinks they make the best barbecue in the world, now is the time to prove it. This will be a judged event. It will be very exciting to see who the top barbecue people are. Come see who wins the Best Barbecue trophy.
Come with an appetite, we have all sorts of food trucks and booths featuring a variety of cuisines, coffee, dessert and treats.
The Rotary Club o Hartwell’s 50 – 50 raffle tickets are already on sale through members of The Rotary Club of Hartwell. The winning ticket will be drawn on the last hour of the Giant Nautical and Home Expo. Last year’s winner won $5,000 so get your tickets now!
This event is free to the public and there’s plenty of parking. Vendor spaces are only $25. For more information about becoming a sponsor or a vendor please go to www.HartwellRotary.com or contact event chair Theo Derleth, theo@adproconcierge.com, 305-766-3428 or speak to anyone from the Rotary club of Hartwell. Follow us on Facebook @Rotary Club of Hartwell.
