Events

ICOMIA Boating Industry Conference 2024 Programme confirmed

Mar 26, 2024 ICOMIA and Singapore Boating Industry Association present the ICOMIA Boating Industry Conference 2024 at ONE°15 Marina at Sentosa Cove, Singapore, on 23-24 April 2024. The programme for the ICOMIA Boating Industry Conference 2024 has now been confirmed with two days of industry-specific talks, presentations and round-table discussions planned to take place at ONE°15 Marina at Sentosa Cove in Singapore on 23-24 April in conjunction with…

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Chicago Boat Show moving to the Donald E. Stephens Convention & Conference Center in Rosemont in 2025

Mar 26, 2024 On March 14th, the NMMA announced that the Discover Boating Chicago Boat Show®, in partnership with Progressive Insurance®, is moving from McCormick Place to the Donald E. Stephens Convention & Conference Center (DES Convention Center) in 2025. The move of Chicagoland’s largest boating event is the result of thorough market analysis, exhibitor demand, and boater feedback, and…

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Maritime’s Largest Boat and Outdoor Event Opens This Month

Mar 19, 2024 The Moncton Boat and Sportsmen’s Show will make its 2024 return to the Moncton Coliseum on March 22-24. As the region’s top destination for all things outdoors, thousands of visitors are expected from across the Maritimes & beyond. The Moncton Boat Show portion is the biggest sale of the year and will highlight the region’s…

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Community Week at the MMBC for Float the Boat Fundraising Campaign

Mar 19, 2024 Heading towards the halfway mark as Community Week begins! Photo courtesy of The Maritime Museum of BC It’s Community Week at the Maritime Museum of BC. To celebrate the 4th annual Float the Boat fundraising campaign, admission to the museum is by donation all week long, from March 12 – 16! Just…

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2024 ACBS-Toronto Vintage Boat Show Cancelled

Mar 5, 2024 The Antique & Classic Boat Society – Toronto has announced the cancellation of their traditional Antique Boat Show held in Gravenhurst every July. Mike Gridley, Show Chair announced to ACBS-Toronto members that due to circumstances beyond our control, the Board of Directors have decided to cancel the ACBS-Toronto Vintage Boat Show for 2024. The…

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2024 C.C. Marine Distributors’ Trade Show dates are set for this fall

Feb 27, 2024 C.C. Marine Distributors is pleased to announced their 2024 Marine Trade Show to be held at Casino Rama Resort in Rama, Ontario near Orillia. The Show starts Sunday October 27th with a welcome reception and pre-show walk-through followed on Monday October 28th with breakfast, show exhibits, information, buying opportunities, lunch and refreshments. The show…

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Calgary Boat & Outdoors Show wraps up successful 2024 Edition

Feb 20, 2024 Thousands of outdoor enthusiasts from across Alberta made the trip to the BMO Centre for the 2024 edition of the Calgary Boat and Outdoors Show. The 3-day event was a huge success with lots of sales made across the show floor. “We couldn’t have asked for a better crowd this weekend.” said Les Trendall, Show Manager. “Lots…

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ABBRA’s Annual Conference recognizes 81st Anniversary

Feb 20, 2024 The American Boatbuilders & Repairers Association is pleased to announce the successful completion of its Annual Conference. Attended by some of the country’s leading boat and service yards, the Annual Conference was held in Ft. Lauderdale, FL at the Broward County Convention Center. “On behalf of the entire executive team, I want to thank those who…

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Conch Shell Blowing Contest to Honour Florida Keys’ Conch Connection

Feb 13, 2024 While other locales might be famous for jazz or blues, Key West is home to its own musical art form: conch shell blowing. Aspiring “musicians” can test their skill on the shell beginning at noon Saturday, March 9, during the 61st annual Conch Shell Blowing Contest in the garden of the Oldest House Museum,…

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Water sports industry takes positive stock of boot 2024

Feb 6, 2024 After nine days of boot 2024, the boating and water sports industry can take positive stock of the world’s largest yachts and water sports trade fair. “We had many new contacts at our stands and were able to conclude numerous deals. The right visitors ensured very good sales figures in the boat sector as…

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2024 Minn Kota & Humminbird Owners Tournament

Jan 16, 2024 Johnson Outdoors are honored that countless anglers put their trust in their brands to pursue their true passions. To show their appreciation, they want to thank the many anglers who have helped build these brands into the foundation of the fishing industry. To celebrate you with a weekend dedicated to fishing, prizes, and memories that…

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You Can Try RC Racing at TIBS 2024 with Metro Marine Modellers and RCYC

Jan 9, 2024 Action at TIBS last year Join the Metro Marine Modellers for their indoor sailing regatta at 2024 Toronto International Boat Show. The regatta will be running from January 23 – 25th, from 6-7PM, taking place at the indoor lake. RCYC (Royal Canadian Yacht Club) sailors and the Metro Marine Modellers will be…

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Pre-sale tickets available now: Montreal International Boat Show

Jan 9, 2024 Take part in the largest event of its kind in Eastern Canada. Access and take advantage of our pre-sales now with great prices! Dive into our list of exhibitors for the Show and explore a world of innovative marine technology, state-of-the-art equipment and passion for sailing on the International Boat Show of Montreal! Visit: https://salondubateau.com/en/

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MRAA Dealer Week Conference & Expo Smashes Attendance Records

Dec 19, 2023 More than 1,500 marine industry professionals attended the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) 2023 Dealer Week Conference and Expo, held Dec. 4-7 in Tampa, Fla., establishing records for total registration, dealership attendance, number of exhibitors and expo hall floor space coverage. Dealership attendance set a new high-water mark at 721 dealership personnel, while total attendance improved by 15 percent, surpassing…

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40th Edition of Halifax International Boat Show Docks This Winter

Atlantic Canada’s largest boating event marks its 40th anniversary edition this February. The Halifax Exhibition Centre will once again be transformed into an all-inclusive recreational boating showcase where visitors can explore the latest in runabouts, cruisers, sailboats, motor yachts, pontoon boats, fishing boats, inflatables, RIBS and personal watercraft.

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You can buy a ticket to attend the CASBAs

Those involved with, or interested in boating safety, are welcome to attend the Canadian Safe Boating Council Awards.

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Great crowds at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2023

Nov 14, 2023 The 64th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show closed out an exciting weeklong event of boating and yachting excitement. With an impressive lineup of yachts, exhibitors, and experts, FLIBS drew the global marine industry to the city of Fort Lauderdale! Phil Purcell, CEO/President of the Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) and Andrew Doole, President…

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Boating BC Conference Featured Speaker (Luxury Tax) – Greg Loerts

Speaking about luxury tax at the conference is Greg Loerts. He is a consultant with Bluesky Strategy Group – a communications and government relations firm in Ottawa. He joined Bluesky after over three years working on Parliament Hill with the Conservative Party of Canada, most recently serving as a policy advisor.

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ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2025 Host Announced

The ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2025 has been awarded to Venezia Certosa Marina who will host the meeting in Venice from 15 to 17 October 2025 with the support of the Region and the Municipality of Venice, the Venice Port Authority…

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2023 Boating BC Conference Early Bird Registration

Mark your calendars for the Boating BC Conference, set to be held on November 21st and 22nd, with a special Marina Night on Monday, November 20th.

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