Ottawa's Heritage Harbor is a marina-front community nestled along the banks of the Illinois River, just a short drive from Starved Rock State Park and I-80. This weekend, its picturesque harbor will not only be populated by beautiful boats owned by the marina members, but also by a full fleet of showroom quality watercraft you can explore for yourself!
The free in-water boat show will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. You'll be able to browse the latest Centurion, Supreme and Sea-Doo brand boats, offered by Heritage Harbor's partner, Lake Holiday Marina. Highlights include a 2020 Centurion Vi24, ideal for cutting waves for wakeboarding and wakesurfing, and the 2019 Supreme ZS212, a top pick in its class by Boating Magazine.
For more information on Lake Holiday Marina's boats, visit: lakeholidaymarina.com
At the family-friendly outdoor event, you'll also have the option to demo miniature electric boats and the full line of Hobie brand boards. The popular pedal-powered kayaks and stand-up pedal boards are offered courtesy of Ottawa's own Quest Watersports. If you take a shine to these fun and intuitive boards on your free demo ride, be sure to swing by Quest's showroom at 1851 N. 2871st Road, located just a block away from Heritage Harbor.
For more information on Hobie boards and Quest Watersports, visit: questwatersports.com
Free live music will be offered Saturday night, following the boat show. Suburban cult-favorite Alex Hoffer, fresh off a big quarantine livestream show for the Rialto Square Theatre, will entertain the audience. Hoffer will bring his unique brand of blues rock to the Harbor's outdoor Tiki Bar from 7 to 10 p.m. The singer-songwriter is known for his rhythmic and vocal roots in blues and contemporary rock, often bordering on progressive and funk.
For more information on live music at Heritage Harbor, visit: visitheritageharbor.com/events/
Have you always wanted to know what the beautiful houses at Heritage Harbor look like on the inside? While you're at the boat show, take a free home tour to see several of the models that are available in the Heritage Harbor community. These open house tours will be offered both Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m, where you'll have the opportunity to see these luxury cottages, condos and carriage houses, many offering unbeatable waterfront views!
For more information on the homes of Heritage Harbor, visit: www.visitheritageharbor.com/neighborhoods/
Be sure to follow Heritage Harbor, Lake Holiday Marina and Quest Watersports on Facebook for more information on the weekend's festivities.
Heritage Harbor Marina
421 Great Loop East Drive
Ottawa, IL 61350
815-433-5000