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The Boat Parade on Deep Creek Lake will be held on Saturday June 27st, starting from the from the Silver Tree Marina docks in the McHenry cove (1754 Deep Creek Dr) and will proceed in single file past a number of judging stations along the route. Spectators at the judging stations will vote for their favorite boats, and prizes will be awarded in a number of categories, with a Grand Prize consisting of a custom-designed Winner’s Pennant and trophy.
Entrants in the parade will need to pay a MINIMUM $50 registration fee, and the number of entries are limited, so be sure to pre-register to ensure your spot.
Sponsored by the Deep Creek Lake Lions Club. Funds raised by this event support our Blind Skier and Camper Programs as well as our local and global service to the visually impaired and those in need.
Non-profit organizations can enter a boat for FREE and can keep all the money they raise!
More info: https://deepcreeklions.org/community-events/boat-parade/
Entry Form Online:
https://secure.givelively.org/event/deep-creek-lake-lions-foundation-inc/boat-parade-at-deep-creek-lake-2026
How to VOTE:
Vote with CASH: On shore or on the docks: Our Lions Club robo-boat will follow the parade and we can collect your donations dockside!
OR
Vote Online: https://linktr.ee/deepcreeklions
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Date and Time
Saturday Jun 27, 2026
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM EDT
Saturday June 27th
Fees/Admission
$50 entry fee for boats (minimum donation - bringing in a larger fee increases your "votes" towards the prizes!
$100 business entry fee.
Free for spectators, but please bring CASH or be ready to make a donation thru Venmo, online through Paypal or CC
Contact Information
Mike Obrien
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