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Canada’s Largest Vintage Boat Show Returns to Muskoka Wharf July 12, 2025

ACBS Toronto Vintage Boat Show

June 17, 2025

Gravenhurst Ont. This year’s show promises a full slate of activities for visitors to the show. The Antique and Classic Boat Society Toronto (ACBS-Toronto) is excited be back in full operation with our 43rd show.
 
Show Chair Rob Durrant stated, “While last cancelling last year’s show due to construction was extremely disappointing, we are looking forward to returning to Muskoka Wharf for our 43rd Vintage Boat Show. For 2025 all the in water and land displays and activities are there for families to enjoy. As well this show is a judges show, which ensures we have the best of the best at the show.”
 
The Gravenhurst venue is a true jewel to hold an in-water boat show and this year we are expecting a full house of vintage boats as well as attendance. This show clearly delivers some of the finest antique/vintage wooden and classic fibreglass beauties in the country and beyond. You can even catch the Boats in Motion, circling Muskoka Bay and enjoy a free ride in a vintage boat with our Ride Along Program.
 
One exciting new initiative Muskoka Car Club Car Show taking place on the sports field.  And returning to the show is the Nautical Flea Market where boat owners can search for that elusive part for their vintage boat.  Looking to buy a boat, then check out the Boats-4-sale area.  And there’s something for everyone in Vendors Alley.  Marvel at the beautifully restored Antique Outboard Motor Club display.  Introduce your children to the vintage boat hobby in the ACBS Youth Tent and Kids & Classics Tent for model boat building, paddle carving and much, much more.
 
The show runs from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, July 12th. The show is free and a great event for the whole family. There is also free offsite parking and free shuttle buses.
 
Visit acbs.ca for more details.

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