A record-setting night of generosity, connection, and lakefront hospitality.
The 2026 Yacht Gala welcomed 484 guests for an elegant waterfront evening benefitting Kids' Harbor Child Advocacy Center.
As of today, the event has raised $150,000 and counting for Kids' Harbor — before adding the 1% of boat sales pledge or the proceeds from selling the Kids' Harbor boat.
This year also brought a wave of new guests into the Yacht Gala community. That fresh energy made the night feel bigger, warmer, and full of momentum for what comes next.
484 in Attendance
A full house of returning supporters, sponsors, volunteers, and many new faces gathered on the water.
$150,000 and Counting
Funds raised so far, with additional impact still to come from boat sales and the Kids' Harbor boat.
New for 2026
A live auction focused on experiences rather than things created memorable giving moments.
The boats, the guests, and the setting made the night.
The 2026 Yacht Gala once again transformed the 1932 Reserve docks into a waterfront showcase of luxury vessels, culinary stations, auctions, and community connection.
$150,000 and counting raised for children and families in our community.
Kids' Harbor Child Advocacy Center is the Lake of the Ozarks region's safe haven for children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or violence. Their multidisciplinary team provides forensic interviews, on-site medical exams, trauma-informed mental health counseling, family advocacy, and crisis intervention — all in a child-friendly environment, and all at no cost to families.
The 2026 Yacht Gala total currently stands at $150,000 and counting. That figure does not yet include the 1% of boat sales pledge or the selling of the Kids' Harbor boat, so the final impact is still growing.
To learn more or donate directly, visit KidsHarborMO.org.
The moments people will remember.
People's Choice Culinary Champion
Joey Vaughn from Jolly Rogers won with Duck and Wild Mushroom Ravioli.
Experience-Focused Live Auction
The live auction shifted toward experiences rather than things, creating more memorable giving moments.
Guest Welcome Bags
Check-in welcome bags included the event booklet, Yacht Gala voting token, Kids' Harbor brochure, and Yacht Gala Encore invitation.
Lots of New Faces
So many new people joined the Yacht Gala community this year — an awesome sign of momentum for 2027.
Scenes from a Yacht Gala weekend to remember.
Save the date for Yacht Gala 2027.
Mark your calendar for the next Yacht Gala at Lake of the Ozarks. More details, sponsorship opportunities, and ticket information will follow.
