It’s a Muskoka favourite that attracts boat enthusiasts from across the country. After being cancelled in 2024, Canada’s largest vintage boat show returns to Gravenhurst on July 12th, 2025. The Antique and Classic Boat Society Toronto (ACBS-Toronto) promises a full slate of activities for visitors to the show.
“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,” says Show Chair Rob Durrant. “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.”
With more than 120 vintage boats on land and in water, the show delivers some of the finest antique/vintage wooden and classic fiberglass 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 the Ride Along Program.
One exciting new initiative is the Muskoka Motor 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.
Check out the audio file for our interview with show chair Mike Gridley about how boats have played a role in Muskoka’s heritage!
