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Summer Boating Festivals

Join a Boat Party Near You

By Ericka Watson, About.com

Across the nation, and even the world, boaters are rafting together in lakes, rivers, harbors and coves to celebrate the summer. A tradition among boaters, some boat parties are wet and wild where leaving the kids at home is a good idea, while others are more traditional with good old fashion family fun. And still others fall somewhere in between the two extremes. One thing is for sure, somewhere near you boaters are gathering for a day of fun in the sun with fellow boaters, so be sure to join them!

Aquapolooza

Aquapolooza is hosted by Sea Ray and Sea Ray dealers, and is the world's largest boat party. There are plenty of opportunities for you to get involved with boat parties in 12 countries, 45 states, and 150 locations.

Seafair

Seattle's summer festival culminates in a weekend celebration featuring hydroplane boat races and the Key Bank Air Show, both held on Lake Washington where boaters are afforded close up views of the action, all while enjoying the company of fellow boaters at the Budweiser logboom.

Chicago Scene Boat Party

Wet, wild and called a "floating Mardi Gras," by the Chicago Sun Times, the Chicago Scene Boat Party is held beneath the skyline of Chicago in the Play Pen area of Lake Michigan.

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