The Annual Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival on Lake Dora is the largest Antique and Classic boating event on the East Coast. People from more than twenty-six states attend each year. The event is located at Wooten Waterfront Park in downtown Tavares, Florida – and directly on Lake Dora, the 3-day show offers fun for all folks interested in antique and classic boating.  Below is some key information to make your visit more enjoyable when you visit our show.

Schedule of Events 

Friday March 21 - 9 am to 5 pm

All Gates and exhibits open at 9:00 am

Dora canal cruise and picnic for boaters 10:30am – Registered participants only. – ticket required

(note many boats will be away from the docks 10 am - 2 pm)

Food Court and Beer Garden

Nautical Flea Market

Field of Dreams (Antique Boats for Sale)

Sunnyland Ship’s Store - clothing, boat show items for sale

Sea Plane Rides available. (Tickets required – Jones Brothers Aviation)

General Admission

$10.00 for General Admission. (Cash or Credit Card Sales at the gate available)

Includes all three days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Children 12 and under free with paid adult admission (limit three per adult ticket)

Free Parking at the Tavares City Garage

Shuttle bus service available.

Date: March 21 - 23, 2025