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

A 1953 Greavette Steamliner HOGIE

A 1953 Greavette Streamliner HOGIE owned by Greg Hogarth take part in Boats in Motion

June 26, 2025

The Antique and Classic Boat Society Toronto (ACBS-Toronto) is excited be back in full operation with our 43rd show. This year’s show promises a full slate of activities for visitors to the show.

Show Chair Rob Durrant stated, “While 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. This show is a judges show, which ensures we have the best of the best on the dock.”

ACBS Vintage Boat Show
ACBS-Toronto Vintage Boat Show at Muskoka Wharf Gravenhurst

The Gravenhurst venue is a true jewel to hold an in-water boat show and this year we are expecting a full house of the finest antique/vintage wooden and classic fibreglass beauties in the country and beyond.

ACBS Vintage Boat Show Poster

One exciting new initiative, the Muskoka Car Club Car Show, is 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.  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.

Murray Walker's Rainbow IV
Murray Walker’s Rainbow IV a 1923 Chris Craft, one of a stable of Rainbow Race Boats built for Harry Greening of Muskoka.

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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