Events

Each October, Ego Alley and Annapolis Harbor turn into a temporary marina, with floating docks showcasing new and premiering boats alongside the latest boating accessories, equipment and apparel.

Owned by the Marine Industries Association of South Florida and produced by Informa Markets, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is recognized as the largest in-water boat show in the world.

From Centennial Park to the Fort Myers City Yacht Basin, boats of every style and size from more than 130 manufacturers are displayed on land and in the water. Hundreds of exhibits cover engines, electronics, boat lifts, fishing gear and marine services, with fishing seminars and boating safety demonstrations throughout the day.

For more than 40 years, the St. Petersburg Power and Sailboat Show has taken over the city’s downtown waterfront. Expect more than 400 power and sailboats in and out of the water, roughly 250 exhibitors, and 60-plus cruising and sailing seminars and workshops.

The state’s top dealers bring their best brands under one roof, with new models, new technology and show pricing. Centrally located with free parking, free fishing seminars, activities for kids (under 13 admitted free), food and drinks.

Held in Boston, the New England Boat Show brings together the latest boats, marine gear and accessories from top manufacturers, plus hands-on experiences, expert advice and interactive exhibits.

The Miami International Boat Show and the Miami Yacht Show together form the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show, the largest boat and yacht show in the world, with everything from kayaks to superyachts. The on-land portion takes place at the Miami Beach Convention Center and Pride Park.

At the Virginia Beach Convention Center, more than 20 boat dealers and roughly 170 exhibitors show new models alongside jet skis, kayaks, watersports gear, custom rods and marine accessories. Organized by the Norfolk chapter of the Izaak Walton League, with family activities and conservation and boating education demos.

Held indoors at the Atlantic City Convention Center, the show delivers a full boating experience whatever the weather, with boats, gear and accessories all under one roof plus hands-on features and expert-led seminars.

A land-based show featuring boats from all the major manufacturers and the region’s top dealers, along with the latest engines, electronics and marine accessories: everything from entry-level bow riders and center consoles up to 42-foot center consoles with quad outboards.

One of the world’s largest yacht shows, covering more than 65 acres on land and in the water with over 800 boats, including superyachts, luxury motor yachts and sportfishing boats, plus electric and hybrid products and family activations. Presented by the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County and produced by Informa Markets.

Set at the Wharf Entertainment Complex in Orange Beach, Alabama, the show brings together the latest offerings from boat and yacht manufacturers and well-known dealers throughout the Southeast.

At Marina Jack in Sarasota, compare hundreds of boats from the Gulf Coast’s leading dealers, from cruisers, runabouts and bowriders to sportfishers, center consoles, motor yachts and inflatables, alongside tents of electronics, accessories, art and clothing, with food, drinks and music.

Top dealers and brands bring the Gulf Coast’s best boating lineup together in one place, with the latest boats, marine gear and waterfront lifestyle exhibits. A weekend to climb aboard, compare options and see what’s new on the water.