Popular boat show docks in Discovery Bay

“We are excited for this year’s show and would like to thank the Discovery Bay Lions for all their work to put it on,” Simpson said. “Simpson Yachts will have at least three yachts displayed, ranging from 36 foot to 52 foot, located at their sales dock in the Discovery Bay Yacht Harbor. Last year was exceptional for a first year event, and this year is going to be even bigger and better.”

Last’s year’s event attracted 3,000 people and raised $25,000. Hoffman has no doubt 2017 will be even better. Another large contributor to the show is Discovery Bay’s NorCal Mastercraft, owned by Rick LaManna, who expressed his gratitude to the forces working behind the scenes to get this event off the ground. 

“Last year’s show marked a revival for what was once a thriving annual event that ignited the local economy and the entire community through the charity actions of the Lions Club of Discovery Bay,” LaManna said. “Glenn Hoffman and Dan Gay, the harbor master, have been so generous with their time and tireless with their commitment.”

The show will have free parking and admission. All proceeds will go to the Discovery Bay Lions Club to be dispensed to local charities, including schools and those in need. The boat show is open Friday, noon to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 925-516-4700 or visit www.discoverybaylions.com.