When & Where
Lord Fletcher’s on Lake Minnetonka
The Rendezvous takes place September 5 and 6 at Lord Fletcher’s Old Lake Lodge on Lake Minnetonka. Attending the Saturday September 6 boat show is free to the public.
Lord Fletcher’s offers ample slips, food and drink, and room for land displays.
Address: 3746 Sunset Dr, Spring Park, MN
Friday Activities
Cruise, Lunch & Captains Dinner
Friday starts at 9:00 AM at the newly constructed Panoway docks in downtown Wayzata for a photo opportunity.
The group will cruise Lake Minnetonka in parade formation, arriving around 11:00 AM at Al & Alma’s waterfront Supper Club for a private group lunch.
After the cruise, participants regroup at Lord Fletcher’s for a 5:00 PM happy hour and a private group Rendezvous Dinner at 6:00 PM.
Saturday Activities
Boat Show on Lord Fletcher’s Docks
On Saturday, launch your boat and arrive at Lord Fletcher’s docks by 8:00 AM.
- 8:00 AM: Boats in place
- 9:00 AM: Boat show opens
- 2:30 PM: Awards
- 3:00 PM: Show concludes
Please keep your boat at the dock until the end of the show so late-arriving spectators have plenty to see.
Registration
Register Online
All registrations are due by end of day on Friday, August 29, 2025.
Registration is handled through Eventbrite.
Register Here
Vendors & Judging
Show Participation
Vendors will be invited to join the show again, and judging will be available.
Boat Ramps
Launching on Lake Minnetonka
There are many public boat launches on Lake Minnetonka. Review local public launches before the event and choose the location that works best for your boat and trailer.
View Boat Launches
How You Can Help
Help Grow the Club
Volunteers keep events like this running smoothly and enjoyable for entrants and attendees. Members are encouraged to connect with spectators, share the fun and camaraderie of vintage boating, and help grow the next generation of the club.
To help with the Real Runabouts Rendezvous, contact John Matthius at jmatthius@gmail.com or Scott McClelland at scott.r.mcclelland@gmail.com.
As a courtesy to Lord Fletcher’s, please do not bring outside food or beverages.