Zig Zag Yacht Club upcoming events

Annual General Meeting 2026 (Tue, June 16, 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

ZZYC Annual General Meeting

ZZYC Annual General Meeting on June 16, 2026

As we get ready to kick off another great season, please attend our Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 (7:00 CDT) to hear an update on the activities of the Club. We will also approve the financial statements and the slate of Board of Directors. Tennis Members, this meeting will include critical information about tennis court replacement!

The meeting will be held online (https://zoom.us/j/99214841948)

If you are unable to attend, please provide your proxy by clicking here.

Your attendance or proxy is critically important! We need attendees or proxy statements to meet our quorum requirement to officially conduct the business we need for another year. Tennis Members, your quorum or proxy is especially important. Thanks in advance for your support.

You may review the AGM Documents here.

ZZYC Welcome Celebration 2026 (Sun, June 28, 2026)

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Welcome Reception

Date: June 29

Time: [2-4pm]

Kick off the summer season with us at our Welcome Back Reception and celebrate in style on our brand new docks!

Join us for a relaxed afternoon by the water featuring hot dogs, refreshing mocktails, and plenty of great conversation as we ease into another unforgettable lake season. The bar will be open upstairs for those looking to enjoy a cocktail or two.

Whether you’re reconnecting with old friends or meeting new ones, this is the perfect way to start your summer at the club.

Happy Hour (Wednesday) (Wed, July 01, 2026)

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Happy Hour

Every Wednesday and Friday from July 1st-August 8th from 4:30-7:30pm

Happy Hour is back at the club every Wednesday and Friday! Gather and unwind with your friends for a laid-back evening of drinks on the ZZYC deck. Kids can join in with their own mocktails, kid-friendly nibbles and a play area with games and activities.

This year, we're introducing new additions to make your evenings even more enjoyable, including lawn games like ladder ball, bocce, frisknock and washer toss.

Plus, don't miss our specialty happy hour take over nights

It's the perfect setting for relaxation and entertainment for everyone!

Happy Hour (Friday) (Fri, July 03, 2026)

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Happy Hour

Every Wednesday and Friday from July 1st - August 8th from 4:30-7:30pm

This year, we're introducing new additions to make your evenings even more enjoyable, including lawn games like ladder ball, bocce, frisknock and washer toss.

Plus, don't miss our specialty happy hour nights featuring family bingo night and salsa lessons.

It's the perfect setting for relaxation and entertainment for everyone!

Happy Hour (Wednesday) (Wed, July 08, 2026)

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Happy Hour

Every Wednesday and Friday from July 1st-August 8th from 4:30-7:30pm

This year, we're introducing new additions to make your evenings even more enjoyable, including lawn games like ladder ball, bocce, frisknock and washer toss.

Plus, don't miss our specialty happy hour take over nights

It's the perfect setting for relaxation and entertainment for everyone!

Family Greek Night Dinner (Members Only) (Wed, July 08, 2026)

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Family Dinner Nights - Members only

Greek Night

July 8

MEMBERS ONLY | Cost: $50 per adult | $25 for kids 12 and under |

RSVP online by Wednesday July 1st

Opa! Kick off our summer dinner series with a night of Greek favourites.
Think fresh flavours, easy conversation, and a relaxed evening at the club.

Come hungry, stay for the company.

Happy Hour (Family Music Bingo) (Fri, July 10, 2026)

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Happy Hour Music Bingo Takeover

Doors open at 4:30pm Bingo starts at 5:30pm REGISTER ONLINE | Free for members / $10 for guests

We’re swapping numbers for songs, so get ready to sing along, tap your feet, and match your favourite hits to your card. From throwbacks to crowd favourites, it’s all about good tunes and great vibes.

Grab a drink and bring your crew. This family-friendly event is fun for all ages.
Prizes up for grabs!

Game #1 - Family Movies

Game #2 - 2000's

Family Fish Fry Dinner (Members Only) (Sat, July 11, 2026)

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Family Dinner Nights - Members Only

Family Fish Fry

July 11th

5pm-8pm MEMBERS ONLY | Preregistration is required | Adults $40 / Kids $20

One of the most anticipated nights of the summer.

Join us for a classic fish fry featuring fresh walleye hosted by Keith Dixon, all the right sides, and a lively club atmosphere. Tables fill fast, conversations flow, and the evening always delivers.

This one sells out so be sure to reserve early.

Happy Hour (Wednesday) (Wed, July 15, 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Happy Hour

Every Wednesday and Friday from July 1st-August 8th from 4:30-7:30pm

This year, we're introducing new additions to make your evenings even more enjoyable, including lawn games like ladder ball, bocce, frisknock and washer toss.

Plus, don't miss our specialty happy hour take over nights

It's the perfect setting for relaxation and entertainment for everyone!

ZZYC Dinner Dance 2026 (Sat, July 18, 2026)

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Welcome to the 2026 Lake Season!

We can’t wait to celebrate summer with you on Saturday, July 18 at the ZZYC Dinner Dance — Disco on the Dock.

Get ready to boogie the night away to the best hits of the 70s, make sure you wear your grooviest threads on the dance floor our Best Dressed Contest, and take part in our always-popular auction, returning both live in person and online for those who can’t make it to the lake. Stay tuned… more fun details are coming soon!

New this year, tickets will go on sale Monday, June 1st. with a limit of two tickets per cottage or family membership which are offered at a discounted member price.

Non members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets at the regular price beginning June 15.

If you’ve been thinking about joining ZZYC, now is the perfect time to reach out to join, renew, or update your membership to fit your family’s needs and be part of all the fun this season.

Break out the sequins, dust off the dancing shoes, and get ready for a sparkling summer night on the dock. It’s going to be far out.

For more information, feel free to reach out to lillianestarkey@gmail.com.

Happy Hour (Wednesday) (Wed, July 22, 2026)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Happy Hour

Every Wednesday and Friday from July 1st-August 8th from 4:30-7:30pm

This year, we're introducing new additions to make your evenings even more enjoyable, including lawn games like ladder ball, bocce, frisknock and washer toss.

Plus, don't miss our specialty happy hour take over nights

It's the perfect setting for relaxation and entertainment for everyone!

Happy Hour (ZZYC Art Show) (Fri, July 24, 2026)

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Happy Hour

Every Wednesday and Friday from July 1st - August 8th from 4:30-7:30pm

This year, we're introducing new additions to make your evenings even more enjoyable, including lawn games like ladder ball, bocce, frisknock and washer toss.

Plus, don't miss our specialty happy hour nights featuring family bingo night and salsa lessons.

It's the perfect setting for relaxation and entertainment for everyone!

ZZYC Movie Pajama Party Night (Sat, July 25, 2026)

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT

Saturday July 25 | 6–10:00pm

PJs, movies, and a night off.

Drop the kids off at the club and enjoy a well-deserved evening to yourselves.

We’ll be hosting a cozy PJ Party Movie Night complete with comfy vibes, a great movie, and kid-friendly snacks. Kids can settle in, relax with friends, and enjoy a fun night at the club—while parents head out for dinner, a boat ride, or a quiet evening off.

Happy Hour (Wednesday) (Wed, July 29, 2026)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Happy Hour

Every Wednesday and Friday from July 1st-August 8th from 4:30-7:30pm

This year, we're introducing new additions to make your evenings even more enjoyable, including lawn games like ladder ball, bocce, frisknock and washer toss.

Plus, don't miss our specialty happy hour take over nights

It's the perfect setting for relaxation and entertainment for everyone!

Family Beer and Burger Dinner (Members Only) (Wed, July 29, 2026)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Club Dinner Nights - Members only

Beer & Burger Night

Date: July 29th

MEMBERS ONLY | Cost: $20 Burger & Beer | $15 Burger & Bubbly

RSVP online by Wednesday July 22nd

No cooking for you tonight! Come to the club for a burger and a beer (or bubbly) and relax with friends.

Happy Hour (Friday) (Fri, July 31, 2026)

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Happy Hour

Every Wednesday and Friday from July 1st - August 8th from 4:30-7:30pm

This year, we're introducing new additions to make your evenings even more enjoyable, including lawn games like ladder ball, bocce, frisknock and washer toss.

Plus, don't miss our specialty happy hour nights featuring family bingo night and salsa lessons.

It's the perfect setting for relaxation and entertainment for everyone!

Zig Zag Regatta 2026 (Sat, August 01, 2026)

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT

2026 Zig Zag Regatta

Join us for a day of competitive fun with an exciting course to challenge our sailors of ALL ability levels, ages 8 to adult. Sail alone or in tandem, bring your own boat or contact our Head Sailing instructors to arrange use of one of ours. The goal is to do 5 races with completing a minimum of 3, weather permitting.

If you would like to borrow a boat from ZZYC, please let us know before Friday so that we can make sure we have enough ready. The boats we can offer are ILCA 6 & 7 (Lasers, Full Rig and Radial), 420s, Fevas, Optis, and 29ers. Please contact our Head of Sailing, Aislyn, at aislynbreiter@icloud.com to reserve.

Regatta Schedule:

8:30am - Arrive / Rigging boats

10:00am - Skipper meeting

10:30am - Warning signal for first race of the day

3:30pm - Latest start time for last race of the day

4:00pm - Off the water

5:00pm - Regatta BBQ / Awards (Included in registration fee)

Lunch will be provided to racers on the water

* Registration only required for those participating in racing. Free event for others to come watch. BBQ available for purchase for those not entered in races.

Happy Hour (Wednesday) (Wed, August 05, 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Happy Hour

Every Wednesday and Friday from July 1st-August 8th from 4:30-7:30pm

This year, we're introducing new additions to make your evenings even more enjoyable, including lawn games like ladder ball, bocce, frisknock and washer toss.

Plus, don't miss our specialty happy hour take over nights

It's the perfect setting for relaxation and entertainment for everyone!

Family Smokehouse Night Dinner (Members Only) (Wed, August 05, 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Family Dinner Nights - Members only

Smokehouse Night

August 5th

MEMBERS ONLY | Cost: $50 per adult | $25 for kids 12 and under |

RSVP online by Wednesday July 29th

Low and slow, lake style.

Join us for a smoky, flavour-packed evening featuring classic smokehouse favourites. It’s the kind of meal best enjoyed with friends, full plates, and a long summer night.

Happy Hour (ZZYC RED CARPET PREMIERE) (Fri, August 07, 2026)

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:30:00 GMT

Happy Hour

Every Wednesday and Friday from July 1st - August 8th from 4:30-7:30pm

This year, we're introducing new additions to make your evenings even more enjoyable, including lawn games like ladder ball, bocce, frisknock and washer toss.

Plus, don't miss our specialty happy hour nights featuring family bingo night and salsa lessons.

It's the perfect setting for relaxation and entertainment for everyone!

ZZYC Annual Small-Eye Fishing Derby (Sat, August 08, 2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

ZZYC Fishing Derby: Saturday August 8th

Attention all fishermen, fisherwomen and fisher kids alike! Join us for the 4th annual ZZYC fishing derby sponsored by TBD on August 8th. This one day competition will have plenty of prizes up for grabs at the end of the day. Show off your fishing skills as you attempt to catch the biggest and best fish.

The competition is open to all, regardless of experience level or age. Families and kids are welcome and encouraged!

Event runs 9:00am-4:00pm - Start whenever, end whenever just check in at ZZYC first, then weigh in when your done. Awards at 4:30pm

ZZYC SMALL-EYE Tournament

Adult Rules:

2 Adults per boat
Best combined weight 4 fish
2 Walleye under 17"
2 Smallmouth Bass no size limit

1st, 2nd, 3rd, Combined weight

Kids Rules:

Biggest Walleye under 17"

Smallest Walleye

Biggest fish any species (Other than Walleye)

Smallest fish any species (Other than Walleye)

*Competitors can only take one placement or prize as to let as many people place. This is a family fishing derby with the goal of bringing our clearwater bay community together for a fun day on the water.

Family Italian Dinner Night (Members Only) (Wed, August 12, 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Family Dinner Nights - Members only

Italian Night

August 12

MEMBERS ONLY | Cost: $50 per adult | $25 for kids 12 and under |

RSVP online by Wednesday August 5th

Italian Night… with a twist.

Join us for a cozy evening of pasta, wine, and great company served by your very own ZZYC Board members and their friends who were volun-told (what could possibly go wrong?).

Expect plenty of laughs, a few “learning moments,” and a whole lot of charm.
Come for the food… stay for the entertainment.