Lake St. Clair Water Events Calendar

Lake St. Clair Guide keeps up with a waterfront events calendar to help you find things to do!

Check out the Lake St. Clair online monthly events calendar below and the full boating season 2023 calendar in the 148-page magazine to participate in the many activities on and around the waterfront.

Waterfront activities for May, June, and FULL SUMMER 2023 Calendar events for Lake St. Clair area!  Check back soon for completed calendar coming this season.

Car Show in New Baltimore, Michigan park off of Lake St. Clair

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Restaurant Guide

Date: May 10, 2023
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am

Lake St. Clair Restaurant Guide !  Find updates & seasonal openings of waterfront bars and eateries with boat dockage!

***Updated all new 2023 SPRING Restaurant Guide comes out mid-May.

LIVE Magazine with social media links to 30+ Restaurants / boat carry out around and on the waterfront. 85+ Pages of info to make the most of your time around Lake St. Clair area and the St. Clair River!  Dine and watch freighters, boat traffic, and a variety of events at these locations.

Monthly Spring Activities @ Lake St. Clair Metropark

Date: May 17, 2023
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: 31300 Metro Pkwy, Harrison Charter Township, MI 48045
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Lake St. Clair Metropark has public scheduled activities throughout the year.  Click here for their calendar and to make marina reservations for special events!

A popular destination by car or boat, Lake St. Clair Metropark is a short distance from Mt. Clemens.  Come out to the pool & beach, bike, hike, jog, or in-line skate on the paved trail that takes you along the one-mile shoreline on picturesque Lake St. Clair.  MANY MORE ACTIVITIES at this huge park!

lake st. clair metropark playground

Great Lakes Boating Festival – Grosse Pointe Yacht Club

Start date: May 20, 2023
End date: May 21, 2023
Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: 788 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

The FREE! annual Great Lakes Boating Festival – Grosse Pointe Yacht Club will be held on Saturday-Sunday May 20, 21 – 2023.

Park at Grosse Pointe North High School on Vernier Road and a bus will take you back and forth.  Just under a mile walk if you want to exercise.

great lakes boat fest grosse pointe

LIVE WEBCAM over Lake St. Clair

Date: May 24, 2023
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Fair Haven, Michigan

Live Webcam with live chat over Lake St. Clair – Check out the latest lake and ICE conditions… watch a nice sunset!

Live Webcam is located on northern Lake St. Clair, looking out over Bouvier Bay and N. Anchor Bay – same bay as the RAFT BAR in Fair Haven, MI.  There are also MANY vacation rentals around this bay.  Visit www.stclairrental.info for 20+ rentals and bring your boat to the Freshwater Fishing Capital – Lake St. Clair!

live webcam lake st. clair

St. Clair Riverview Plaza’s MUSIC Live Weekly Schedule

Date: May 26, 2023
All-day event
Location: 201 N. Riverside Ave., St. Clair, MI

The City St. Clair Chamber hosts weekly live bands at the Riverview Plaza.  Watch music outside at the Riverview Plaza while dining and having cocktails at one of many Plaza restaurants!  Season of music KICKS OFF on Friday May 26!

Click to calendar for the full summer most up-to-date events here @ St. Clair Chamber Events Schedule or Follow Facebook SC Rocking the Plaza for latest weekly updates!

St. Clair Riverview Plaza Music Schedule 2023

New Baltimore Farmers Market – Spring Special Events

Date: May 28, 2023
Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: 36300 Front Street, New Baltimore, MI

New Baltimore Farmers Market is open 9am – 2pm each Sunday.  2023 spring events for May and June include opening day, Dahlia Challenge, and Family Events.  1000s of visitors come each Sunday for a variety of fresh produce, plants, crafts, food trucks, and entertainment.  See you at the Market!

new baltimore farmers market 2023 may june schedule events

Aerobics in the Pool – Lake St. Clair Metropark

Start date: May 30, 2023
End date: August 17, 2023
Time: 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Location: 31300 Metroparkway, Harrison Twp., MI

Water Aerobics at Lake St. Clair Metropark!

Tuesday/ Thursday May 30 – June 29 and Tuesday/Thursday July 18 –  August 17.

Come enjoy the fresh air in our outdoor aquatic fitness class held at the Lake St. Clair pool.  This total body water fitness session will help tone and tighten all your trouble areas.  Intensity and impact can be varied on an individual basis.

Classes may include the use of aquatic equipment for a greater workout experience.  An excellent workout for all fitness levels!  Bring a towel and drinking water to class.  Class will be weather determined.  Class Fee includes pool entry for the participant for the day.

Ages: 18+

Time: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  Must vacate pool by 11 am.

Cost: $80 per session

Find out more details here @ Lake St. Clair Metropark or call 586-463-4581.

Bike Around Boat Town – Crews Inn

Date: June 4, 2023
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: 31988 North River Road, Harrison Township, MI

Call Tom @ the CREWS INN to reserve your space for the “Bike Around Boat Town” Sunday June 4, 2023!  BYOB – bring your own bicycle – and join us to ride the riverfront to a variety of locations.   Lunch, prizes, giveaways.

Phone 586-463-8144

$25pp

tiki bar crews inn

Anchor Bay Idol

Date: June 6, 2023
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am

The annual Anchor Bay Idol 2023 challenge begins June 6, 2023 and runs through August.  Join the fun!  Starts downtown New Baltimore for June!

June 6 – Little Camille’s by the Bay

June 13 – On the Bay Cafe & Bar

June 29 – The Pink House

anchor bay idol 2023

Fun Run for Parkinson’s Lake St. Clair

Date: June 7, 2023
Time: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

June 7, 2023 – The Third Annual Fun Run benefitting the Michigan Parkinson Foundation (MPF) includes five stops on Lake St. Clair, promptly starting at 8:30 AM and winner will receive a cash prize!  Restricted to 25 ft boats and larger – cruisers are welcome!  Minimum of four people to a boat and limited to 60 boats (pre-registered and paid).

$600.00 / boat of 4 people with $150pp extra people on your vessel.  You may buy tickets online at Event Brite Fun Run Tix here

8:30 AM – The Old Club on Harsen’s Island for Breakfast followed by 4 different stops around northern Lake St. Clair.  See their website for full details.

Need more info?  Email programs@parkinsonsmi.org or call 248-430-4205.

Old Club Charity Lunch Benefit – Harsen’s Island

Date: June 9, 2023
Time: 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Location: 9900 South Channel Drive, Harsens Island, MI

The annual Blooming Boutique hosted by the Womans Life 812 Cattails Charity will return to the Old Club Harsen’s Island on Friday – June 9, 2023.  This event does sell out so advance tickets are required.

Wonderful event to share with special friends or your mom!  CONTACT Cheryl Cardinali to purchase a table of 8-10 people or individual tickets – Phone 586-994-4155.  Tickets may also be picked up a local Harsen’s Island businesses – Sans Souci Market & The Waterfront Shop.

Old Club Lunch Benefit June 9 2023 Cattails

FREE FISHING Weekend in Michigan

Start date: June 10, 2023
End date: June 11, 2023
All-day event

No fishing license is required to fish Michigan waters on Saturday and Sunday, June 10-11, 2023.  Residents and out-of-state visitors may enjoy fishing on both inland and Great Lakes waters for all species of fish.  All fishing regulations still apply.

Book your vacation rental and bring your boat to one of our many homes with dockage and fish for free this weekend.  Visit www.stclairrental.info for 35+ homes around northern Lake St. Clair.

free fishing weekend michigan on lake st. clair

 

Kid’s Fishing Event! Free Kayaks! St. Clair

Date: June 10, 2023
Time: 7:30 am - 11:00 am
Location: 515 Fred Moore Hwy., St. Clair

Kid’s Fishing Event & Free Kayak Rentals, hosted by the St. Clair Recreation Deparment on June 10 • 7:30 am – 11:00 am

A St. Clair River Day of activity starting at the Pine Shores Golf Course, 515 Fred Moore Hwy., St. Clair – basin of the St. Clair Boat Harbor.

Fishing Derby on the Pine River 7:30am – 11:00amALL AGES.  Fish on your own along the Pine River.  Fish view tank will be on-site.  Fish weigh-in and measure station.    Fishing tackle provided for participants.  Cargill Cares Environmental Station and other activities on-site.  Bring your own pole and bait.  Fishing poles available at the City of St. Clair Library.  Children must be accompanied by an adult. Life jackets recommended for all activities along the water.

lake st. clair boat rental kayak

Free kayak rentals at the Harbor.  Reservations recommended 810-329-4125.   

 

Bring your Boat to a Lake St. Clair Vacation Rental for an Event

Date: June 13, 2023
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am

Coming out to Lake St. Clair for a waterfront event?  Bring your boat!  We have 35+ vacation rentals with boat dockage – WE ARE FILLING UP NOW for Spring & Summer 2023!  Save $$$ and book direct from owners – no service fees!

Find out more here @ Lake St. Clair Vacation Rentals – Book direct with homeowners, NO HIDDEN BOOKING FEES!

 

Blind Wine & Appetizer Party – Crews Inn

Date: June 14, 2023
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: 31988 North River Road, Harrison Township, MI

Call Tom @ the CREWS INN to reserve your space for the Blind Wine & Appetizer Party on Wednesday June 14!  Enjoy a variety of wines to rate along with appetizers while watching the evening boat traffic on the Clinton River.

Phone 586-463-8144

$50pp

tiki bar crews inn

Be the First to Get the Latest Updates!

Date: June 18, 2023
All-day event

To receive alerts on “new” events or updated schedules as it comes out here first, you may follow The Lake St. Clair Guide Facebook page or check back here often!

Thanks! … and have great time on the water!

 

Attention Kids! Book of the Week @ Lake St. Clair Metropark

Start date: June 19, 2023
End date: August 14, 2023
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: 31300 Metroparkway, Harrison Twp., MI

Book Break at the Beach – Lake St. Clair Metropark!  FREE and fun outing for mom’s and children 10 and under.  Join the Harrison Township Library for story time in the Playground Pavilion!  We’ll have stories and fun activities.

Mondays, June 19 –  August 14

Pre-registration is not required.

Ages: Children 10 and under

Time: 11 a.m.

Cost:  Free

Location: Lake St. Clair Metropark, Playground Pavilion

book at the beach lake st. clair metropark

Transient Marinas / RV Resorts around Lake St. Clair & Rivers – U.S. & Canada

Date: June 20, 2023
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am

Make your reservations early for 2023 SPRING & SUMMER at local marinas and RV Resorts / Campgrounds around Lake St. Clair and the St. Clair River & Canada offering “transient dockage“.

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See Page #’s listed for RV Resorts as shown in the 2023 Lake St. Clair Guide for amenities!

Find Lake St. Clair transient dockage and RV Full Service Resorts on our live magazine at 2023 LAKE ST. CLAIR GUIDE (Pages 106-110) or pick up a free copy here at lakestclairguide.com – where-to-pick-up-lake-st-clair-guide while copies last!  Or have one mailed to you priority mail for $14.95 here !  The 2023 Lake St. Clair Guide will be online January 1.

 

Tastefest Anchor Bay – Downtown New Baltimore

Date: June 20, 2023
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: 36355 Front Street, New Baltimore, MI

June 20 is the annual Tastefest sponsored by the Anchor Bay Chamber of Commerce.  Tastefest features many restaurants from around the Lake St. Clair Anchor Bay area from Clay Twp., New Baltimore, Fair Haven, and more.

One ticket allows free unlimited sampling of all the eateries, winery, and a beverage ticket under the Big Tent to help kick-off the Bay-Rama Fishfly Festival which begins the next day.  Anchor Bay Jazz Orchestra will be on hand for music and dancing!  Buy your ticket in advance through the Anchor Bay Chamber or one of several Chamber members shown to have tickets on the chamber website.

tastefest new baltimore june 2023

Tastefest New Baltimore Anchor Bay

 

Orchestra @ Lake St. Clair Metropark – FREE

Date: June 20, 2023
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: 31300 Metroparkway, Harrison Twp., MI

Lake St. Clair Metropark will host the Macomb Symphony Orchestra.  Tuesday evenings mid June through July from 7-9pm at the Welsh Activity Center.  The event is free, however, there is a small Metroparks Entrance Fee for either your boat or car for parking.  Bring your own chairs & beverage!

 

JUNE – Tuesday’s 7-9pm:  String Quartet – 6/20/23

Woodwind Quintet – 6/27/23

 

JULY – Tuesday’s 7-9pm:  Brass Quintet 1 – 7/4/23

Jazz Quartet – 7/11/23

Dixie Band  – 7/18/23

Brass Quintet 2 – 7/25/23

Fishfly Festival – 58th Annual Bay-Rama – New Baltimore

Start date: June 21, 2023
End date: June 25, 2023
Time: 12:00 pm
Location: 36355 Front Street, New Baltimore, MI

The Bay-Rama Fishfly Festival downtown New Baltimore on the Lake St. Clair waterfront.  Come by car or boat!  This event offers five fun filled days of activities attended by over 80,000 people!  Carnival, festival tent, family activities!

We feature a large, clean midway, Festival Tent with live entertainment, Miss Bay-Rama Queen’s Pageant, Kid’s Day Fun, a large firework display on the waterfront Thursday, a spectacular parade along Green Street, and much more!  Follow the Bay-Rama Website for full schedule & details!

2023 Bay Rama Fishfly Festival New Baltimore

Fireworks New Baltimore

Date: June 22, 2023
Time: 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: 36355 Front Street, New Baltimore, MI

Annual 2023 fireworks during the Bay-Rama Fishfly Festival downtown New Baltimore will be held on Thursday June 22.  Rain day is Friday.

Jobbie Nooner

Date: June 23, 2023
Time: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

The first large boating event / gathering of the season – Jobbie Nooner on Gull Island – will be held Friday June 23, 2023.

Find our what, where, and more details about this event here!

Photo Gull Island Jobbie Nooner – Trevor Walczy, Drone Shots

2020 jobbie nooner photo trevor walczy

 

Major League Fishing Returns to Lake St. Clair 2023

Start date: June 24, 2023
End date: June 29, 2023
All-day event
Location: 31300 Metroparkway, Harrison Twp., MI

The professional bass tournament – Major League Fishing – returns to Lake St. Clair June 24-29, 2023!

All the MLF event details, rules, daily events can be found within updated article here at major-league-fishing-2023-lake-st-clair/

Major League Fishing Lake St. Clair 2023

Antique Boat Show – Algonac Harbour Club

Date: June 24, 2023
Time: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location: 1999 Pointe Tremble Rd, Algonac, MI

Home of the original Chris-Craft Factory, the Algonac Harbour Club will host the 38th annual “Where it All Began” antique boat show on Saturday June 24.  Lots of classics of all sizes, food & beverages.  FREE Boat Rides!  Museum Tours.

Bring yourself “or your boat” to this event.  You may register your boat and find out more info @ michacbs.com/michigan-chapter-show/

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Fireworks Detroit

Date: June 26, 2023
Time: 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: Downtown Detroit on the Riverfront

Annual 2023 fireworks Detroit Ford fireworks will be held on Monday June 22.  Parade Company host info.

Fun Run Michigan Special Olympics #1

Date: June 28, 2023
Time: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

June 28, 2023 is the first of three annual Fun Run’s for Michigan Special Olympics.   This Water Warrior’s Event is limited to 60 boats so register early for this annual very popular event!  Email lakestclairfunrun@gmail.com for info and registration.

It is always appreciated to bring as many people as you can accommodate safely in your vessel (hopefully 4!).  Dock space is limited at each venue.

Midweek Music Series Concerts – New Baltimore Waterfront

Date: June 28, 2023
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: 36355 Front Street, New Baltimore, MI

Each Wednesday on the Lake St. Clair waterfront of New Baltimore!  Come to the town for dining and live music beginning June 28 through September.

Bring your own lawn chairs to Walter & Mary Burke Park where we will bring music, beach balls, cornhole and sponsors that will tie it all together for a memory making summer!

June 28 – Air Margaritaville
July 5 – Bourbon Project
July 12 – Bandwagon
July 19 – Joey Vee
July 26 – Set N Stone
August 2 – Paul & Oates
August 9 – The Gobies
August 16 – Northbound
August 23 – Crewsade
August 30 – Los Gringos
September 6 – Metro Rockway
September 13 – The Meldrum Brothers

St. Clair Riverview Plaza’s MUSIC Live Music 4th of July FULL WEEK!

Date: June 29, 2023
All-day event
Location: 201 N. Riverside Ave., St. Clair, MI

The City St. Clair Chamber hosts weekly live bands at the Riverview Plaza.  Watch music outside at the Riverview Plaza while dining and having cocktails at one of many Plaza restaurants!

Click to calendar for the full summer most up-to-date events here @ St. Clair Chamber Events Schedule or Follow Facebook SC Rocking the Plaza for latest weekly updates!

st clair fourth july music schedule 2023

Pickerel Tournament & Festival – Algonac Lions Club

Start date: June 29, 2023
End date: July 2, 2023
All-day event
Location: 1307 St. Clair River Drive, Algonac, MI

The 85th annual Algonac Lions Pickerel Tournament & Festival will be held June 29 – July 2.  Huge carnival & midway, daily live entertainment, festival tent, food trucks, parade, and of course the Pickerel Tournament and more!!

Find the 2023 festival daily events, tournament details, and more here at 85th Annual Pickerel Tournament Schedule

 

algonac lions pickerel tournament 2023

On the Rocks Anniversary “Tent Party”

Date: June 30, 2023
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: 7479 Dyke Road, Clay Township, MI

Come join us at On the Rocks in Clay Township to help us celebrate our anniversary on Friday June 30th!  Music & food – come by boat!

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Fireworks Algonac on the St. Clair River

Date: June 30, 2023
Time: 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: 1307 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, MI

Annual 2023 fireworks during the Pickerel Festival on the St. Clair River waterfront in Algonac will be held on Friday June 30.

New Baltimore Farmers Market – Summer Special Events

Date: July 2, 2023
Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: 36300 Front Street, New Baltimore, MI

New Baltimore Farmers Market is open 9am – 2pm each Sunday.  2023 summer events for July and August include Hero Day, Birthday Party, Corn Roast, and Family Events.  1000s of visitors come each Sunday for a variety of fresh produce, plants, crafts, food trucks, and entertainment.  See you at the Market!

2023 new baltimore farmers market july august events

Attention Kids! Book of the Week @ Lake St. Clair Metropark

Start date: July 3, 2023
End date: August 14, 2023
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: 31300 Metroparkway, Harrison Twp., MI

Book Break at the Beach – Lake St. Clair Metropark!  FREE and fun outing for mom’s and children 10 and under.  Join the Harrison Township Library for story time in the Playground Pavilion!  We’ll have stories and fun activities.

Mondays, July 3 –  August 14

Pre-registration is not required.

Ages: Children 10 and under

Time: 11 a.m.

Cost:  Free

Location: Lake St. Clair Metropark, Playground Pavilion

book at the beach lake st. clair metropark

Orchestra @ Lake St. Clair Metropark – FREE

Date: July 4, 2023
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: 31300 Metroparkway, Harrison Twp., MI

Lake St. Clair Metropark will host the Macomb Symphony Orchestra.  Tuesday evenings from 7-9pm at the Welsh Activity Center.  The event is free, however, there is a small Metroparks Entrance Fee for either your boat or car for parking.  Bring your own chairs & beverage!

 

JULY – Tuesday’s 7-9pm:  Brass Quintet 1 – 7/4/23

Jazz Quartet – 7/11/23

Dixie Band  – 7/18/23

Brass Quintet 2 – 7/25/23

Fireworks St. Clair

Date: July 4, 2023
Time: 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: 201 N. Riverside Ave., St. Clair, MI

Annual 2023 fireworks on the St. Clair River waterfront downtown St. Clair will be held on July 4.

Fireworks Anchor Bay – Lake St. Clair

Date: July 4, 2023
Time: 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: Anchor Bay near Belle Maer Harbor

Annual 2023 fireworks over Anchor Bay on Lake St. Clair sponsored by Belle Maer Harbor and MacRay Harbor will be held on July 4.

Anchor Bay Country Fest – New Baltimore Waterfront

Start date: July 7, 2023
End date: July 8, 2023
Time: 5:00 pm
Location: 36355 Front Street, New Baltimore, MI

The Anchor Bay Country Fest 2023 on the New Baltimore waterfront returns again with multiple top country bands over Friday and Saturday nights!   Beer tent & food trucks!  Cowboy hats & boots are welcome!

Buy advance tickets and save $$

  • Limited Picnic Tables
  • Bring Your Chairs | Blankets
  • No Outside Food or Drinks
  • No Coolers

anchor bay country fest new baltimore

 

Car Show – St. Clair River Classic

Date: July 8, 2023
Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: 201 N. Riverside Ave., St. Clair, MI

The 2023 St. Clair River Classic Car show on the waterfront of downtown City of St. Clair returns again on Saturday July 8.

2023 st. clair river classic car show

Blue Water Festival – Mackinac Sail Race Weekend Port Huron

Start date: July 12, 2023
End date: July 15, 2023
All-day event
Location: Downtown Port Huron, MI

The Blue Water Festival – Boat Week in Port Huron returns July 12-15, 2023.  Familiar favorites such as Concerts, Fireworks, Family Night, and Mannequins Making a Difference join us for the festivities, all being kicked off by the Rotary International Day Parade on Wednesday, July 12.  The event all surrounds the annual “Port Huron to Mackinac sailboat race” on Saturday July 15, in its 99th year!

Learn more, become a sponsor or vendor here with the Blue Water Street Fair.

Fun Run for “PWC’s” – Michigan Special Olympics

Date: July 12, 2023
Time: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

July 12, 2023 is the 3rd annual Fun Run – but for PWCs, no boats on Lake St. Clair!  This event sponsored by the Wertz Warriors benefits the Michigan Special Olympics.   Event is limited to 100 PWC’s so register early for this annual very popular event!  Email wertzwarriorjetskirun@gmail.com for info and registration.

$125pp includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner to benefit Michigan Special Olympics.

pwc poker fun run wertz warriors

 

St. Clair Riverview Plaza’s MUSIC Live Weekly Schedule

Date: July 13, 2023
All-day event
Location: 201 N. Riverside Ave., St. Clair, MI

The City St. Clair Chamber hosts weekly live bands at the Riverview Plaza.  Watch music outside at the Riverview Plaza while dining and having cocktails at one of many Plaza restaurants!

Click to calendar for the full summer most up-to-date events here @ St. Clair Chamber Events Schedule or Follow Facebook SC Rocking the Plaza for latest weekly updates!

St. Clair Riverview Plaza Music Schedule 2023

10th Annual Hope Floats Kayak Run St. Clair

Date: July 15, 2023
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: 902 S. 2nd St, St Clair, MI 48079

The 10th Annual “Hope Floats Kayak Run” hosted by the St. Clair Boat Harbor will take place on Saturday July 15.   Bring your kayak, canoe, or whatever floats and join us for a fun filled day on the Pine River.

Last season, 240 kayakers joined up to help raise $8000 for charity.  The cost in advance is $25 and includes T-shirt and BBQ picnic upon return at the St. Clair Boat Harbor.  More info about this year’s theme and to register or become a sponsor with the host Diane @ dkhintz@yahoo.com / phone 810-650-3578; or find details on Facebook Events “10th Annual Hope Floats Kayak Poker Paddle” closer to the date.

10th annual hope floats kayak poker paddle run

 

Aerobics in the Pool – Lake St. Clair Metropark

Start date: July 18, 2023
End date: August 17, 2023
Time: 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Location: 31300 Metroparkway, Harrison Twp., MI

Water Aerobics at Lake St. Clair Metropark!

Tuesday/Thursday July 18 –  August 17.

Come enjoy the fresh air in our outdoor aquatic fitness class held at the Lake St. Clair pool.  This total body water fitness session will help tone and tighten all your trouble areas.  Intensity and impact can be varied on an individual basis.

Classes may include the use of aquatic equipment for a greater workout experience.  An excellent workout for all fitness levels!  Bring a towel and drinking water to class.  Class will be weather determined.  Class Fee includes pool entry for the participant for the day.

Ages: 18+

Time: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  Must vacate pool by 11 am.

Cost: $80 per session

Find out more details here @ Lake St. Clair Metropark or call 586-463-4581.

Feel free to share your public “Waterfront” events with us!

Date: July 19, 2023
All-day event

email: lakestclairguide@yahoo.com

Fun Run Michigan Special Olympics #2

Date: July 19, 2023
Time: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

July 19, 2023 is the 2nd of three annual Fun Run’s for Michigan Special Olympics on Lake St. Clair!   This very popular Wertz Warrior Fun Run Event is limited to 60 boats so register early!  Email Andre @ wertzwarriorsfunrun@gmail.com for info and registration.

It is always appreciated to bring as many people as you can accommodate safely in your vessel (hopefully 4!).  Dock space is limited at each venue.

Bay Area Outdoor Sports Show & Tournament

Start date: July 21, 2023
End date: July 23, 2023
All-day event
Location: 36355 Front Street, New Baltimore, MI

The annual Lake St. Clair – “Bay Area Outdoor Sports Show & Fishing Tournament” returns to New Baltimore’s waterfront for 2023 on July 21, 22, 23.

The Outdoor Sports Show will showcase a wide range of outdoor sports, powersports, and boating vehicles and equipment.  Pontoons, center consoles, jet skis, side-by-sides, ATVs, and much, much more! Come with your family and friends to view some awesome equipment.

Lake St. Clair Bay Area Fishing Tournament:

  • Registration is now OPEN!
  • Up to 4 People Per Boat
  • Includes a dinner ticket, a drink ticket and a t-shirt for everyone on the boat.
  • Payouts of $1,000 each for largest Bass, Pike, Perch, Walleye, and 3 Fish Total. 3 Fish Total will be the total length of 3 largest fish, one of each species.
  • Children’s categories up to age 18 with prizes for winners.

Visit our website for more details & register!

2023 bay area outdoor sports fishing tournament

Gordon Lightfoot Tribute Band – St. Clair

Date: July 21, 2023
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: 201 N. Riverside Ave., St. Clair, MI

FREE concert downtown St. Clair on the river’s Palmer Park Boardwalk – Gordon Lightfoot Tribute Band.  Bring your own chairs on Friday July 21 from 7-9pm.

Hosted by the St. Clair Recreation Department

gordon lightfoot tribute band st. clair july 2023

Bassmaster 2023 Returns to Lake St. Clair

Start date: July 27, 2023
End date: July 30, 2023
All-day event
Location: 50050 Jefferson Avenue, New Baltimore (Chesterfield Township), MI

The Pro Elite Bassmaster Tournament returns to Lake St. Clair from July 27-30.  Come on out to Brandenburg Park – Chesterfield, MI – to the BASS, BREWS, & BBQ Festival dates are July 28, 29, 30 to meet the pros, see the weigh-ins, and enjoy some good food and entertainment, kids activities and vendors!

Contact Anchor Bay Chamber if you would like to be a vendor or a sponsor for this event.

Fireworks will be held on Saturday July 29 during this event.

2023 bass brews bbq bassmaster tournament lake st. clair

 

St. Clair River Classic Offshore Powerboat Races

Start date: July 28, 2023
End date: July 30, 2023
All-day event
Location: 201 N. Riverside Ave., St. Clair, MI

FREE Annual City of St. Clair and the Offshore Power Boat Association race weekend returns on the riverfront!   Friday – Sunday July 28, 29, 30!  View the boats on shore throughout the weekend, meet the race teams, food, entertainment.  FREE event for the whole family.  Saturday time trials / Multiple races by class Sunday July 30 from approximately noon – 5pm.

Find out more details about St. Clair River Offshore Races with the St. Clair Chamber of Commerce Events and Planned Weekly Music Riverview Plaza

TYPICAL St. Clair Boat Race SCHEDULE for the weekend…..   Estimated Times for Reference Only

****All pleasure boat traffic is CLOSED “during races” on the St. Clair River at the city of St. Clair.

2023 july st. clair river boat race schedule

 

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Fireworks Chesterfield Anchor Bay for Bassmaster Event

Date: July 29, 2023
Time: 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: 50050 Jefferson Avenue, New Baltimore (Chesterfield Township), MI

Fireworks show will be presented during the Bass, Brews, & BBQ Festival over Anchor Bay during the Bassmaster event on Saturday June 29.

Kid’s Fishing Lake St. Clair Tournament – 20th Annual

Date: July 30, 2023
Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: 31300 Metroparkway, Harrison Twp., MI

The Lake St. Clair Metropark & Walleye Association present the 20th annual Kids Fishing Tournament on Sunday July 30.

Lake St. Clair Walleye Associations 20th Annual Fishing Outing!  Kids 5-16 can come out and learn the fundamentals of fishing.

In partnership with the Lake St. Clair Walleye Association, join us for an Annual Kid’s Fishing Outing! Kids ages 5 through 16 can come out and learn the fundamentals of fishing and win some cool prizes. All registered youth will receive a free lunch, bait and will go home with new fishing pole and tackle. Prizes will be awarded in several categories. There will be crafts and hands-on activities for participants.

All fishing supplies will be supplied but feel free to bring your own to use.

Ages: Children 5 – 16

Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Cost: Free! A Metroparks daily or annual vehicle pass is required to enter any Metropark.

Pre-registration is required by 4 p.m. one week (7 days) before the program.

lake st. clair walleye kids tournament 2023 July

 

Aerobics in the Pool – Lake St. Clair Metropark

Start date: August 1, 2023
End date: August 17, 2023
Time: 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Location: 31300 Metroparkway, Harrison Twp., MI

Water Aerobics at Lake St. Clair Metropark!

Tuesday/Thursday August 1 –  August 17.

Come enjoy the fresh air in our outdoor aquatic fitness class held at the Lake St. Clair pool.  This total body water fitness session will help tone and tighten all your trouble areas.  Intensity and impact can be varied on an individual basis.

Classes may include the use of aquatic equipment for a greater workout experience.  An excellent workout for all fitness levels!  Bring a towel and drinking water to class.  Class will be weather determined.  Class Fee includes pool entry for the participant for the day.

Ages: 18+

Time: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  Must vacate pool by 11 am.

Cost: $80 per session

Find out more details here @ Lake St. Clair Metropark or call 586-463-4581.

Family Camp Out at Lake St. Clair Metropark

Start date: August 2, 2023
End date: August 15, 2023
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: 31300 Metroparkway, Harrison Twp., MI

Family Campout NEW!! and Lake St. Clair Metropark this August between Wednesday August 2 to Tuesday August 15.

Come enjoy tent camping on the shores of Lake St. Clair.    Every person camping will receive a voucher good for free entry to the pool, adventure golf or par 3 golf during your stay.    Every site will have a fire pit and a picnic table.    Restrooms and Showers are available.   Tent camping only.

Check in 1pm, Check out 11 am

Cost: $30 per site Friday & Saturday, $20 Per site Sunday to Thursday

Location: Lake St. Clair Metropark – Day Sail Area

camp at lake st. clair metropark

Maritime Days – Marine City

Start date: August 4, 2023
End date: August 6, 2023
All-day event
Location:  303 S. Water Street, Marine City, MI

Founded in 1982, the annual Marine City Maritime Days will be Friday-Sunday August 4-6, 2023 – Fireworks scheduled for Friday the 4th (rain date the 5th).

The Maritime Days festival is held along the St. Clair River waterfront and offers festival tent, music, food, kids fishing contest, art, and family events.  A 5k run will be held on Saturday at noon.  More details on events and times can be found on their website or on Facebook Maritime Days Festival.
  • Fri 5pm‑2am, Sat 12pm‑2am, Sun 12pm‑6pm
  • 303 S. Water Street, Marine City, MI 48039

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Fireworks – Maritime Festival

Date: August 4, 2023
Time: 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: 306 S. Water Street, Marine City, MI 48039

Founded in 1982, the annual Marine City Maritime Days will be Friday-Sunday August 4-6, 2023 – Fireworks scheduled at dusk on Friday the 4th (rain date the 5th).

Mardi Gras at the St. Clair Boat Harbor!

Date: August 5, 2023
All-day event
Location: 902 S. Second Street, St. Clair, MI 48079

Annual Mardi Gras party at the St. Clair Boat Harbor.  Call early for reservations and prepare to have a great weekend downtown St. Clair!  LIVE music, food, and vendors.

Or call for reservations @ (800) 447-2757

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Parade of Lights Clinton River

Date: August 5, 2023
Time: 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: Clinton River, Harrison Township

The annual Parade of Lights on the Clinton River 2023  – Boat Town – Harrison Township, MI will take place near dusk on Saturday August 5.  The event occurs each season the 1st Saturday of August and is hosted by Lambrecht Marina.

Participants to help raise funds for a local charity each year are welcome and encouraged to make this a success again for a good cause.

Please contact Julie @ Lambrecht Marina for more information and to register so you may compete for large cash prizes for your creation.  Phone 586-469-6000 – Julie@LambrechtMarina.com

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Attention Kids! Book of the Week @ Lake St. Clair Metropark

Start date: August 7, 2023
End date: August 14, 2023
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: 31300 Metroparkway, Harrison Twp., MI

Book Break at the Beach – Lake St. Clair Metropark!  FREE and fun outing for mom’s and children 10 and under.  Join the Harrison Township Library for story time in the Playground Pavilion!  We’ll have stories and fun activities.

Mondays, August 7 & August 14

Pre-registration is not required.

Ages: Children 10 and under

Time: 11 a.m.

Cost:  Free

Location: Lake St. Clair Metropark, Playground Pavilion

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Raft Off Muscamoot Bay

Date: August 12, 2023
All-day event
Location: Muscamoot Bay - Lake St. Clair

The annual Lake St. Clair Raft Off on either “Little” or “Big” Muscamoot Bay will be Saturday August 12.  Location will depend on lake water levels for 2023.  Find out more on this event, and how to enter the bays here.

Fun Run Michigan Special Olympics #3

Date: August 16, 2023
Time: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

August 16, 2023 is the third of three annual Fun Run’s for Michigan Special Olympics.   This Wertz Warrior Event is limited to 60 boats so register early for this annual very popular event!  Email Jeff @ weberjd@ymail.com for info and registration.

It is always appreciated to bring as many people as you can accommodate safely in your vessel (hopefully 4!).  Dock space is limited at each venue.

Music by the Bay – New Baltimore

Start date: August 18, 2023
End date: August 19, 2023
Time: 3:00 am - 11:00 pm
Location: 36355 Front Street, New Baltimore, MI

TWO DAYS of live music on the waterfront!  10th Annual Music by the Bay sponsored by the Anchor Bay Chamber of Commerce takes place Friday and Saturday August 18 & 19.

Gates open 5pm Friday and 3pm on Saturday.  View the Music by the Bay website for list of performers & buy tickets in advance for 2023!

 

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19th “Splash for the Kids” Poker Run

Date: August 19, 2023
All-day event

Lafata Poker Run – Splash for the Kids – on Lake St. Clair 19th run Saturday August 19, 2023 (rain date August 20).

Register or become a sponsor for the 19th annual poker run.  Starting at Metro Beach and covering miles of water, the participants will have a chance to win prizes while raising money for charity.  The Lafata family non-profit poker run was created to benefit kids who have lost their parents.

lafata poker run lake st. clair

St. Clair Art Fair & JAZZ FESTIVAL

Start date: August 19, 2023
End date: August 20, 2023
Time: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location: 201 N. Riverside Ave., St. Clair, MI

2023 will see a combination huge event downtown St. Clair on the riverfront!  The annual St. Clair Art Fair will team with the JAZZ Festival on Saturday & Sunday, August 19 – 20.

Many vendors in the beautiful park on the boardwalk of the St. Clair River.

St. Clair Art Fair Jazz Festival 2023

Float Down St. Clair River

Date: August 20, 2023
Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

The annual “unsanctioned” event – Float Down – on the St. Clair River is held the 3rd Sunday in August each year.  The 2023 event is scheduled for August 20.  Floaters enter the water just north of the Blue Water Bridge and float down on rafts to the city of Marysville.

***The St. Clair River is CLOSED for ALL MOTORIZED VESSEL TRAFFIC during this event from approximately noon to 8pm.  End time can vary depending on how many participants are on the river.

 

Turtle Race St. Clair – Pine River

Date: August 20, 2023
Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: 314 Clinton Ave, St Clair, MI

The annual St. Clair Rotary for local charities “Turtle Race” will be held on Sunday, August 20 – see website for race time.  The race will be on the Pine River, which flows into the St. Clair River downtown.

You may sponsor a turtle for this race to win big cash prizes!  See more info here at the St. Clair Rotary Club.

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Car Show & Art Fair – Algonac Waterfront

Date: September 2, 2023
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: 1307 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, MI

9th Annual antique & classic car show “Rumble on the Riverfront” on the Algonac waterfront is scheduled Saturday September 2, 2023, along with the annual Algonac Art Fair.

 

Art on the Bay – New Baltimore

Start date: September 2, 2023
End date: September 3, 2023
Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: 36355 Front Street, New Baltimore, MI

The annual “Art on the Bay” on the waterfront of downtown New Baltimore is scheduled for Saturday & Sunday, September 2 – 3, 2023.  With over 7,000 visitors last season, view Paintings, Drawings, Sculpture, Woodworking, Glass Work, Metal Work, Jewelry, Candles, Crafts, Food Vendors, Music, and more!

Premier two day art event, along with food & kids activities.  Come by boat or car and enjoy a weekend downtown New Baltimore!

 

New Baltimore Farmers Market – Fall Special Events

Date: September 3, 2023
Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: 36300 Front Street, New Baltimore, MI

New Baltimore Farmers Market is open 9am – 2pm each Sunday.  2023 Events for September and October include Grandparents Day, Car Show, Kids Day, Boo Bash, and Family Events.  1000s of visitors come each Sunday for a variety of fresh produce, plants, crafts, food trucks, and entertainment.  See you at the Market!

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Jobbie Nooner #2

Date: September 9, 2023
All-day event

The fall large boating event / gathering of the season – Jobbie Nooner on Gull Island – will be held Saturday, September 9, 2023.

Find our what, where, and more details about this event here!

Photo Gull Island Jobbie Nooner – Trevor Walczy, Drone Shots

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Boat the Blue – Antique | Classic Boat & Car Show Port Huron

Date: September 9, 2023
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: River Street Marina: 525 River St. Port Huron, MI 48060

The huge “Boat the Blue” Antique & Classic Boat & Car Show will be back in Port Huron Saturday September 9, 2023.  FREE antique boat rides!  Located just inside the St. Clair River, on the Black River @ River Street Marina.

Boat the Blue Port Huron

Marvel at many classic, wooden boats made in Michigan as well as other interesting buoyant beauties at this family friendly weekend event.  Saturday activities include antique and classic boat show, marketplace, shore fun, entertainment and free antique boat rides between 10 am and 4 pm.  Click the website to register by August 14 and bring your ride!

Boat the Blue Antique Boat Show Port Huron

Metro Beach Boat Show 2023

Start date: September 14, 2023
End date: September 17, 2023
All-day event
Location: 31300 Metroparkway, Harrison Twp., MI

The anticipated annual fall “Metro Boat Show” will be held from Thursday September 14 – Sunday September 17 at Lake St. Clair Metropark.

See website for full schedule or to register.  BUY TICKETS ONLINE HERE!

Check out Eric Malone 8x world champion Stand Up (Freestyle Jetski) at the show!

Trolley Service to and from the parking lot – Food trucks, Tiki Bar, Live Music, & Family Events!

Cruise aboard the Spirit of Lake St. Clair throughout the show – only $10pp!  Departures approximately every 30 minutes starting weekdays at 2pm, weekends at 11:30am.

SHOW HOURS
Thurs. – Friday: 1pm – 7:30pm
Saturday: 11am – 7:30pm
Sunday: 11am – 6pm
$10 per person (Military, 1st Responders, & Children free – see website for details)

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Car Show – New Baltimore Lions Club

Date: September 17, 2023
Time: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: 36355 Front Street, New Baltimore, MI

The annual Car Show “Cruise In Classic” hosted by the New Baltimore Lions Club is scheduled for Sunday September 17, 2023 downtown waterfront New Balimore.

Come by car or boat and enjoy downtown New Baltimore this weekend!  Visit the Lions Facebook events page or website to register and event schedule.

Car Show in New Baltimore, Michigan park off of Lake St. Clair