Starting next month, Big Thunder Marine—a full-service, multi-and-location dealership at the Lake of the Ozarks in Central Missouri—kicks off a string of strong events that will keep its crew hopping into September. From in-house boat shows to fun runs and lunch runs, it’s going to be a doozy of a season.
“Big Thunder Marine has a packed 2026 schedule, and we couldn’t be more excited,” said Sage Rush, the dealership’s marketing coordinator.
Here’s a quick look at what’s on tap this year.
• February 27-March 1—Lake of the Ozarks Winter Boat Show.
• March 13-15—Pre-Season Sales Event
• April 10—Boats ‘N Babies
• April 17-19—Open House
• May 1-2—Magic Dragon Car Show (Big Thunder Marine powerboats will be displayed.)
• May 2—Harbor Hop (Big Thunder Marine powerboats will be displayed at various venues.)
• May 28—Surf-Play Thursday
• May 29: Fountain Friday
• June 12—Support Our Troops Fun Run
• June 12-14—Lake Of The Ozarks Offshore Race
• June 25: Surf-Play Thursday
• June 26—Fountain Friday
• July 17—Baja, Fountain and Donzi Fun Run
• July 30—Surf-Play Thursday
• July 31—Fountain Friday
• August 6-8—Rocky Top Power Run (Lake Norris, Tenn.).
• August 27— Surf-Play Thursday
• August 28: Fountain Friday
• September 25-27—Fall In-Water Boat Show
Registration for the Baja, Fountain and Donzi Fun Run and Support Our Troops Poker Run will open next month. For specific event venues, visit the Big Thunder Marine website.
Added Rush, “We’re looking forward to staying active all season and creating more opportunities for customers to get on the water and experience these boats firsthand. It’s going to be a fun, full-throttle year at Lake of the Ozarks.”