Columbia Yacht Club

Columbia Yacht Club You board the Abby, club ship of the Columbia Yacht Club, permanently moored in Monroe Harbor, Downtown Chicago. The atmosphere is refined, yet casual.
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Elegant, yet homey. You're among friends in the most beautiful lakeside setting in the city. We are a different sort of yacht club. Sailing excellence and culinary genius may have been paired before, but not like this. In Columbia's world it goes beyond friends, it is family. Columbia is where taking first in a regatta and putting family first meets. Suits of the business and swimming variety are

both welcome. Fundraising for pride, not profit. Columbia Yacht Club members live for the moment. The club lives to create incredible moments everyday. Parking passes are available to members. Non members should park in the DuSable or Millenium garage public lots (public parking rates apply.)

Don't let the rain get you down. Tonight's features begin at 5 pm. See you at the Abby.
08/01/2026

Don't let the rain get you down. Tonight's features begin at 5 pm. See you at the Abby.

If you have been to Columbia Yacht Club in the past 20 years, you know this smile. Ramona makes sure you get your table,...
07/01/2026

If you have been to Columbia Yacht Club in the past 20 years, you know this smile. Ramona makes sure you get your table, your favorite new piece of swag and makes sure you are warmly welcomed everytime you board the Abby. Ramona makes Columbia feel like home to so many of us. Thank you for an incredible 20 years, Ramona.

A little decadence for you at Columbia Yacht Club. New desserts with more coming soon. See you at the Abby.
06/03/2026

A little decadence for you at Columbia Yacht Club. New desserts with more coming soon. See you at the Abby.

05/07/2026

Chef Nick Frills officially tried Malört for the very first time tonight….without the Old Style backup.
Not technically a Chicago Handshake, but definitely a Chicago experience

Tonight’s event: “The Chicago Handshake: A Legacy in a Glass” aboard the Clubship 🍻

On this day in 1893, the World’s Columbian Exposition opened in Chicago.Just a year earlier, Columbia Yacht Club was fou...
05/01/2026

On this day in 1893, the World’s Columbian Exposition opened in Chicago.

Just a year earlier, Columbia Yacht Club was founded. Growing alongside a city on the rise.

What began as a one-room shed on an 18 × 35 ft barge quickly grew into a larger floating clubhouse, laying the foundation for a long tradition of sailing, racing, and connection on the water.

In the early 1900s, the Club became a lively hub for gatherings, celebrations, and community—before World War I brought a pause and the loss of its original structure.

134+ years later, we’re still on the water and continuing on building our community.

Soft colors, strong love 💕⚓️ Just in time for Mother’s Day, meet our newest hat. Featuring pastel tones and sailing flag...
04/30/2026

Soft colors, strong love 💕⚓️ Just in time for Mother’s Day, meet our newest hat. Featuring pastel tones and sailing flags that spell out MOM.

Whether you’re celebrating a mom, a soon-to-be mom, or treating yourself, this one’s made with you in mind 💐

Available now at the Club shop. Grab yours before they sail away!

Soft colors, strong love 💕⚓Just in time for Mother’s Day, meet our newest hat. Featuring pastel tones and sailing flags ...
04/30/2026

Soft colors, strong love 💕⚓
Just in time for Mother’s Day, meet our newest hat. Featuring pastel tones and sailing flags that spell out MOM.

Whether you’re celebrating a mom, a soon-to-be mom, or treating yourself, this one’s made with you in mind 💐

Available now at the Club shop. Grab yours before they sail away!

New windbreakers just hit the Clubship! Quarter-zip windbreakers: • Multiple colors • Lightweight + perfect for breezy ...
04/17/2026

New windbreakers just hit the Clubship!
Quarter-zip windbreakers:
• Multiple colors
• Lightweight + perfect for breezy dock days
• Packable into a pouch

Full-zip windbreakers:
• Navy + red
• Removable hood

Stop by and grab yours before they’re gone 👏

Q: What happened on April 15, 1983, in Columbia Yacht Club history?A: Ninety bondholders joined the delivery crew as the...
04/15/2026

Q: What happened on April 15, 1983, in Columbia Yacht Club history?

A: Ninety bondholders joined the delivery crew as the new clubship, the MV Abby, was moored in the Chicago River turning basin after arriving at Navy Pier the night before.

Did you know one of Columbia Yacht Club’s historic Clubships once sank right at the dock?The SS Florida, a 213-foot excu...
04/11/2026

Did you know one of Columbia Yacht Club’s historic Clubships once sank right at the dock?

The SS Florida, a 213-foot excursion steamer purchased in 1937, caught fire on Friday the 13th in 1955 after flames broke out in a kitchen ventilator. To stop the blaze, firefighters made the difficult call to flood the vessel—causing it to sink.

But what happened next is what truly defines the Club.

After being raised, members stepped in themselves. Removing mud bucket by bucket and helping restore the ship. The Florida was rebuilt with a new superstructure and went on to serve members for nearly three more decades, until 1983.

A powerful reminder that Columbia Yacht Club is built on resilience, community, and dedication. On and off the water.

Address

111 N Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL
60601

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 10pm
Thursday 11:30am - 10pm
Friday 11:30am - 11pm
Saturday 7am - 11pm
Sunday 7am - 9pm

Telephone

+13129383625

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