Boyne Thunder Poker Run
Event Description:
Speed, excitement and thunder are back in northern Michigan for the 13th annual Boyne Thunder Poker Run on July 8 and 9, 2016 in beautiful Boyne City. This unique boating event showcases high performance boats, slicing through the waters of Lake Charlevoix and Lake Michigan on a breathtaking 150-mile excursion.
Friday, July 8, 2016
- All day – Watch the Offshore Thunder boats arrive at the Boyne City Marina. This is a great opportunity to see the boats and meet the drivers.
- All day – Visit the Sponsor Display Area – Poker Run Village showcasing the latest innovations
- 1 p.m. – Thunder boat ride for Camp Quality Michigan Kids from City Marina
- 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Stroll the Streets of beautiful downtown Boyne City. This special evening features great music and entertainment, a display of Boyne Thunder boats and classic cars and lots of fun.
- 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Dinner at Veterans Park
- 8:30 p.m. – Stereo Wars at Marina
Saturday, July 9, 2016
- All Day – Fun and Excitement by the water and shopping in beautiful Boyne City
- All Day – Visit the Sponsor Display Area – Poker Run Village showcasing the latest innovations
- 8 a.m. to Noon – Farmers Market at Peninsula Beach.
- 10:00 a.m. – Engines ROAR and boats leave the dock.
- 10:15 a.m. – Parade lap begins for the 13th annual Boyne Thunder Poker Run. There will be three parade laps. Watch the start of this spectacular event from Veterans Park, located on the shore of beautiful Lake Charlevoix.
- 11:30 a.m. – The legendary Lake Charlevoix Champagne Cruise begins. There is no better way to enjoy Boyne Thunder than by cruising the lake aboard a luxury yacht. The cruise features appetizers and beverages as well as a chance to greet the boaters at the final card stop. Tickets are $100. Call Jeff at 231.582.2400 for availability.
- 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Boaters’ Reception at Sommerset Pointe Yacht Club.
- 7 p.m. – Dinner, Drinks, Music, and Benefit Auction at Veterans Park
