2026 GIANT Nautical & Home Expo Set for Saturday in Hartwell

Annual event celebrates lake living and community in Hartwell, Georgia

Mar. 27, 2026 at 9:48am

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The Hartwell Rotary Club is hosting its 2026 GIANT Nautical & Home Expo on Saturday at the Gum Branch Mega Ramp in Hartwell, Georgia. The family-friendly event will feature a wide variety of boats, marine gear, fishing equipment, outdoor living products, home improvement items, and more. Attendees can also enjoy food, entertainment, and local camaraderie while exploring everything related to life on and around Lake Hartwell.

Why it matters

The Nautical & Home Expo is one of the Rotary's biggest annual events, drawing thousands of visitors to Hartwell to celebrate the community's lake-centric lifestyle and support local businesses. The expo helps kick off the spring season and provides a fun, engaging way for residents and tourists to connect over their shared love of the water and home life.

The details

Saturday's expo will showcase a diverse array of vendors, from boat dealers and marine accessory suppliers to home improvement experts and outdoor living brands. New this year are a BBQ contest, kids area, and live entertainment stage, adding to the family-friendly atmosphere. The event will also feature a Georgia Grown showcase highlighting the state's agricultural products and producers.

  • The 2026 GIANT Nautical & Home Expo takes place on Saturday, March 27, 2026.
  • The expo runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The players

Hartwell Rotary Club

A local service organization in Hartwell, Georgia that hosts the annual Nautical & Home Expo as one of its biggest events of the year.

Gum Branch Mega Ramp

The venue located in Hartwell, Georgia where the Nautical & Home Expo is held.

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What’s next

The Hartwell Rotary Club is encouraging all local businesses and community members to participate in the 2026 GIANT Nautical & Home Expo by reserving vendor booths or sponsoring the event.

The takeaway

The Nautical & Home Expo is a beloved annual tradition in Hartwell that brings the community together to celebrate its lake-centric lifestyle and support local businesses. The 2026 event promises to be the biggest and most exciting yet, with new attractions and activities for the whole family.