Boat shows allow boaters to explore the latest maritime innovations, meet fellow enthusiasts, and plan their next nautical journey. So as the air becomes crisp and the leaves begin to change, there are plenty of opportunities for boaters to get excited about the season ahead by attending one of the following events across the country.
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
When: October 25-29, 2023
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show kicks off at the end of this month in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Boasting more than 100,000 attendees, 1,000 brands, and more than 1,300 boats on display, this is considered the largest in-water boat show in the world.
Attendees of the five-day event will get to see thousands of boats and marine exhibits and check out boating landmarks in the area like the Bahia Mar Yachting Center, the Hall of Fame Marina, the 17th Street Yacht Basin, and others.
Fort Myers Boat Show
When: November 9-12, 2023
Next month, the 51st Annual Fort Myers Boat Show will be held on the historic downtown riverfront in Fort Myers, FL. Taking place along the Caloosahatchee River, in Centennial Park, and at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center, some of the standout displays will include boats, boating products, and boating services.
The boat show will feature more than 500 different boats on land from over 130 manufacturers, making it the biggest boat show on Florida’s west coast.
Cleveland Boat Show
When: January 18-21, 2024
Kicking off the new year, the Cleveland Boat Show is Ohio’s largest and longest-running boat show. For 67 years, the Cleveland Boat Show has displayed the latest vessels and boating products, but they’re also proud to celebrate the North Coast lifestyle with an event the whole family can enjoy.
Not only will this year’s show help boaters get ready for the season ahead with the latest in the industry, but they’ll also feature live music, educational material, live fishing stages, food, drink, and more.
Houston Boat, Sport & Travel Show
When: January 24-28, 2024
With the title of being the only “Autoboative” show in the country, the Houston Boat, Sport & Travel show enters its third year of bringing land and sea lovers together. Attendees can view and experience the latest vehicles, boats, and outdoor activities all under one roof.
The boat show portion of the event is set to feature more than 200 vendors of boats, equipment, accessories, and lifestyle products. The event will also have a fishing demonstration, manufacturer specialists present, and an educational segment about water safety.
New Jersey Boat Sale & Expo
When: February 15-18, 2024
The New Jersey Boat Sale & Expo is still a few months out, but attendees are already looking forward to this show. The event is held at the NJ Convention & Expo Center in Edison, NJ.
The hosts claim to have something for every age, with hundreds of new boats on display from the top dealers in New Jersey. Other standout features of the boat sale include a Kid’s Cove, a Boater’s Marketplace, and free seminars and boating safety classes.
