2026 Features
Opening Night Dock Party
$5 Admission after 5PM—Thursday, February 5
Kick off the weekend early! Our Thursday night Dock Party brings the energy with festive décor, fun giveaways, tasty treats, and good vibes from every corner. Grab your crew, explore the boats, and soak up the fun as we launch the 2026 show in true Carolina style!
Tickets are half off (just $5!) when purchased online. It’s the perfect chance to see what’s new, connect with fellow boaters, and celebrate the start of boating season.
NEW! Discover Boating Lake Life Lounge
Booth 2007A
Take a break from exploring and slip into lake life mode at our new on-site oasis—complete with top-of-the-line deck furniture, live acoustic music, and plenty of laid-back vibes.
Whether you’re resting your feet, meeting friends, or simply picturing your next day on the water, the Lake Life Lounge is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the show.
NEW! Preston Beckett—Acoustic Artist
Preston has spent more than three decades writing songs and performing live. He’s led several bands, but these days he’s all about intimate, powerful solo shows. In addition to his music, he works in the recreational boating industry here in the Carolinas—sharing his creativity and passion for community to both the stage and the water.
Schedule:
3:15pm—7:15pm
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday Only
Lake Wylie Race Team 44
South College Steet entrance
Lake Wylie Race Team 44 will be welcoming you to the show, bringing the thrill of offshore racing, local pride, and a passion for boating to all who stop by. Come see their 39' speed boat up close!
Lake Wylie Race Team 44 is an adrenaline-fueled offshore speed boat racing team proudly representing the Carolinas on and off the water. Most recently, Team 44 competed at the Race World Offshore (RWO) Southernmost Continental Championship, one of the premier offshore powerboat racing events in the world held each November in Key West, FL—where top racers from around the globe push their boats to the limit across challenging offshore courses.
Fred’s Shed How-To-Center—presented by Progressive®
Booth 13
Tips, tricks, and DIY advice for every boater—from first-timers to experienced captains. Have a boat or engine problem you haven’t been able to fix? Stop by and ask our tech expert about it.