16th Annual Mahogany and Merlot this Weekend

Vintage Hydroplane Exhibition and Boat Show on Lake Chelan

information released, photos courtesy of LCN and Hydroplane & Raceboat Museum

Imagine up to a dozen big Unlimiteds thundering through the waters, recreating the action of earlier years. We are talking about boats like Miss Wahoo, Miss Budweiser, Miss Burien, Miss Thriftway, Miss Bardahl, Atlas Van Lines, Pay ‘n Pak and Notre Dame! These same raceboats, now beautifully restored and preserved, will return to Lake Chelan this weekend. Hydro exhibition races will begin early Friday morning (weather permitting!) and continue on Saturday and Sunday.

You will also have the opportunity to purchase a “Pit Pass” to enter Thunder Alley presented by the Hydroplane & Raceboat Museum so you can get up close to the boats and talk to the crews!

On Saturday only, Mahogany & Merlot will once again continue along ‘Mahogany Row’ at Don Morse Park & Marina on beautiful Lake Chelan. Presented by the PNW Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society, meticulously restored Antique & Classic Mahogany Chris-Crafts, Centurys, Gar Woods and other makes from a bygone era will line the docks for your viewing and voting pleasure.

In between looking at all the hydroplanes and boats, browse through our Vendor Village presented by The Hydroplane & Raceboat Museum, with vendors offering an array of art, crafts, local produce, gifts, clothing, one of a kind items, vintage goodies and more. And don’t miss the Food Vendors with a delicious assortment of goodies to enjoy lakeside! Don’t forget – you can also enjoy all the action from our beautiful Lakefront Beer Wine and Spirits Garden!

There is so much to do at Mahogany & Merlot! Make plans now to come and enjoy a perfect weekend with the perfect entertainment!