Detroit Yacht Rock Festival 2026 – What You Need To Know

The Detroit Yacht Rock Festival is set to return soon for its second year, and organizers expect it to draw fans from across Michigan.

Unless this is your first day on Earth, you have likely heard that yacht rock is no longer just a guilty pleasure - it is a full-blown movement. Some examples of yacht rock artists include Christopher Cross, Michael McDonald, Toto, Little River Band, and Rupert Holmes.

Where is the Detroit Yacht Rock Festival?

The event will be held at Roostertail, a premier Detroit venue located at 100 Marquette Drive.

When is the Detroit Yacht Rock Festival?

Dates are as follows,

• Friday, July 17th, 2026: 3:00 PM to Midnight
• Saturday, July 18th, 2026: Noon to Midnight

Ticket prices range from single-day passes to weekend passes and group packages. You can check out all ticket options and purchase yours here.

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 Plan accordingly, this event sold out last year.

What bands are playing at Detroit Yacht Rock Fest 2026?

Friday night features yacht rock cover bands,

• Seven Wonders (Fleetwood Mac cover band)
• Yacht Rock Revue
• Pablo Cruise

Saturday night features the following yacht rock legends,

• Walter Egan
• Three Dog Night
• Ambrosia
• John Ford Coley
• Peter Beckett from the band Player
• Elliot Lurie from Looking Glass

According to MLive, the multilevel venue will offer DJs, food, drinks, and a unique floating deck experience on both Saturday and Sunday nights.