Lake James Association upcoming events

Indiana Chapter of Antique & Classic Boat Society Show (July 25, 2026)

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The Antique Boat and Car Show looks forward to seeing our old friends and making new friends of vintage boats and cars. We will have artists, vendors, food trucks, live music and activities for the kids. The kids will vote for their favorite boat and we will present the owner with a trophy. Spread the word of our event and come enjoy a fun filled day at Lake James (120 Lane 447 Lake James) on the channel near the Lake James/Jimmerson Lake bridge. For more information or questions about our show, contact Mike McBride, Boat Show Chairman.

LJA Paddle Quest (August 01, 2026)

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Join us for our 5th Annual Lake James Paddle Quest!

Paddle the morning around the beautiful 2nd basin of Lake James with you and your lake friends. Bring your method of paddle, no motors please, safety equipment is a must, and have some fun!

Water and donuts, and this years commemorative sticker! Join us! You may register if you would like online or just show up. We won't turn anyone away.

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LJA 3rd Sandbar Social- August 20, 2026 (August 20, 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

HUBIE & TRAVIS are coming to the Sandbar!

Sandbar Social - August 20th - Come out and Join us for the last one of the season!! Contact events.lakejames@gmail.com for sponsorship and/or to donate raffle prizes. Make it a night with family or just plan on meeting your friends AND neighbors at the sandbar on Thursday August 20th!!!

HUBIE ASHCRAFT AND TRAVIS GOW, a combo known for playing energetic live performances that include elements of Rock, Americana and Country, infused with pop sensibilities, authentic lyrics, soul and that one and only Fiddle Extraordinaire... A Thursday Evening you won't want to miss!!!!

13th Annual Jet Ski RoundUp (September 07, 2026)

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Indiana SeaPlane Pilots Association Splash In (September 27, 2026)

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The 24rd annual Seaplane Splash-In is just around the corner! Come join in on the fun, and even sign up for a chance to score a ride in a seaplane! Get your raffle ticket (1 per person) at the t-shirt table/announcement stand down near the beach. Donations to support the pilots/event are greatly appreciated.

BOATERS: We highly encourage boaters to come out and enjoy the event from the water! Please just be mindful of the designated seaplane takeoff/landing areas, marked by orange buoys, and minimize wakes near the Potawatomi Inn to maintain safe seaplane operations.

If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact Zack Willig, President of the Indiana Seaplane Pilots Association (ISPA). He can be reached at zack.willig@gmail.com.

See you there!