2nd Bus Added!  Don't miss tonight's fun!

84th Port Huron to Mackinac Race BOAT NIGHT!

 
 
Port Huron Yacht Club Boat Night
Friday, July 11th  |  6:30pm
Don't Forget  The Weather In Port Huron IS
ALWAYS COOLER by 8-10 Degrees so it will be a comfortable 80 Degrees!


Hosted by the Bayview Yacht Club, the Port Huron to Mackinac Race is a tradition 
that began in 1925. With two separate courses spanning a maximum length of 290 feet, 
it is one of the longest freshwater races in the world. Each year on the eve of the races 
Port Huron hosts "Boat Night" the most anticipated celebration of the year!


Sailors everywhere, just follow the beer!


Yachts Galore - Check Them Out!


Get Up Close & Personal
Enjoy The Carnival

RELATED WEBSITES 
Port Huron Yacht Club 
Bay View Yacht Club Port Huron To Mackinac Race  
Blue Water Chamber
Blue Water Carnival Days
Mackinac Island

The Social Connection invites you to Take It Outside at another outdoor evening of fun - BOAT NIGHT!
  • Round-Trip Luxury Motor Coach Transportation
    (air-conditioned, restrooms & flat screens) from Royal Oak or East Side : Panera Bread @ 13 &Gratiot)
  • On the Bus...Beer, Vodka Cocktails, Pop & Water
    (BYOB is welcome)
  • Party with us or make your own fun!

    ITINERARY:
    6:30pm -
    Depart Farmer's Market, Royal Oak or 
    Panera Bread at 13 & Gratiot 

    7:30pm -
    Arrive Port Huron Yacht Club Party Tent
    12:30am -
    Depart from PH Yacht Club to Royal Oak
    1:30am -
    Arrive Farmer's Market, Royal Oak
    Suggested Age Groups: 20's, 30's & 40's
    ***MUST HAVE VALID PHOTO ID, i.e., DL, State ID,  Passport

There is only one bus heading to PH so reserve your spot now - this is an exceptional opportunity to get out of town and enjoy the kind of evening where tall tales are born... 

Two Packages To Choose:

Option #1 - THE PORT - $35
  • Round-Trip Luxury Motor Coach Transportation
    (air-conditioned, restrooms & flat screens) from Royal Oak or East Side : Panera Bread @ 13 & Gratiot)
  • Beer & Cocktails On The Bus
  • Access to Boat Night Festivities &FREE Party Tents
  • An Eye-popping Party You Won't Soon Forget!
  • Ticket Upgrade to Yacht Club Tents Available - $10

    Seats Still Available!  
    This website is being updated every 15 minutes!


    Order Your  Tickets Now
    Confirmations with departure locations will be emailed


Option #2 - THE STARBOARD 
(Includes Entrance to Yacht Club Tent Party)  - $45

  • Round-Trip Luxury Motor Coach Transportation
    (air-conditioned, restrooms & flat screens) from Royal Oak or East Side : Panera Bread @ 13 & Gratiot)
  • Beer & Cocktails On The Bus
  • Wristband Access & No Line Entry to the Yacht Club's 2 Party Tents & Bands
  • Access to Boat Night Festivities & FREE Party Tents
  • An Eye-popping Party You Won't Soon Forget!  

    Seats Still Available!  

    This website is being updated every 15 minutes!


    Order Your Tickets Now
    Confirmations with departure locations will be emailed
      
       

       
  


THINGS TO DO & BOAT NIGHT DETAILS
Boat Night is a local favorite celebration that draws people from all over the nation!  
Stroll the busy marina boardwalk at this festive, exciting,
pre-race celebration where hundreds 
gather to see the yachts, crew, and the race fans, of course. 

Live bands, party tents, amazing yachts and tall tales abound at this annual party.  
Many tents are free and the libations are priced very reasonably, from only $2 - $5. 
The Blue Water Carnival Days takes place at the same time as the Mackinac 
race festivities  - all within a short walk!

Take part in the yearly tradition that you won't soon forget

  • Port Huron Yacht Club Hosts 2 Tents - $10 / Entry requires Wristband (Included with Pkg 2)
  • Bayview Yacht Club Tent - Free - Cash Bar
  • Cash Bars in Most Tents - Beer & Limited Bar $2 - $5
  • Light fare available from street vendors, or visit the many, excellent waterfront eateries!  
  • Blue Water Carnival Days - Just A Few Blocks Away!

    This Is A Green Event! 

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        Want To Know More About The Bayview Mackinac Race?
    “This is recognized as one of the most challenging and exciting sail boat races in the world on one of the most unpredictable bodies of water in the world,” Schebil said. “The Chrysler Jeep Superstores are proud to present another world class racing event steeped in decades of sportsmanship and family tradition.” 
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              The Strange Language of Sailors - A Glossary of Terms
                      2008 Bayview Mackinac Race Fact Sheet 


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