About This Venue
Port Washington Yacht Club is a member-owned sailing and boating community on Lake Michigan dedicated to racing, cruising, social events, and youth programs.
Founded in 1956 by local boaters committed to improving harbor safety, the club has evolved into a vibrant hub for Lake Michigan enthusiasts of all skill levels. The club features an active racing program including buoy races and regattas, recreational boating opportunities, and youth initiatives like Sea Scouts, ensuring there's something for everyone from competitive sailors to casual boaters.
Members gather ashore at the welcoming clubhouse—a transformed beachside bathhouse now featuring a bar, kitchen, dining area, and lounge—for social events, dinners, and club traditions that foster genuine community connections. The club's member-owned status reflects its deep roots in Port Washington, with the building purchased outright by members to secure its future as a cornerstone of the local boating community.