Things to do at the show

2025 New England Boat Show Features

Opening Night VIP Party

Opening Night VIP Party
Wednesday, 5:30–7:30 pm


Discover Boating Beach Club

Enjoy full access to the show plus
•    Beer & Wine Bar  
•    Oyster Bar
•    Chef Demo and Tasting
•    Live Music

BUY TICKETS HERE

Tickets $55 per person—Includes show admission, 2 drinks, oyster bar, and more. 21+

Proceeds to benefit Save the Harbor/Save the Bay

 

Saluting Our Heroes

Saluting Our Heroes

To express our gratitude for your service, all active/veteran military, active/retired first responders and USCG & USCGA members can take advantage of FREE admission on Wednesday. Simply show your military/first responder/USCG & USCGA valid identification card along with photo ID at Will Call to receive your complimentary ticket.

NEW! Discover Boating Beach Club 

Discover Boating Beach Club 

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Bring on the summer vibes. Kick back with your crew and discover the best of boating—enjoy music, food, drinks, beach games, and more.

Tasting New England: Boat Appetit food tastings that celebrate New England’s unique food culture on Thursday, Friday & Saturday
Boating Feud Game—Saturday: A fun, fast-paced nautical version of the classic TV game show
Boat Appetit Stage—Saturday: Live cooking demos and tasting with Chef Lambert Givens from Hunters Kitchen who famously 'Beat Bobby Flay'

Yoga
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Float & Flow: SUP Pool

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Namaste meets nautical. Experience zen on the water as our certified instructors guide you through an easy intro to paddleboard yoga, or just take a paddleboard out for a short spin. Courtesy of SUP YO Adventures. On-water demos available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Demo Times:
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 12pm–7pm
Saturday: 10am–7pm
Sunday: 10am–5pm

Art of Casting Pond

Art of Casting Pond

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Learn the art of casting from the experts at Goose Hummock, a leading New England Saltwater Fishing Outfitter atop a 30' fishing tank. Plus, check out the top names in saltwater fishing gear, products, and services.

Saltwater Fishing Seminars
Saltwater Fishing Seminars

Saltwater Fishing Seminars

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Presented by Goose Hummock Shops Expert anglers will share tips and tricks to help you improve your catch. Sessions cover a variety of fishing topics—from boat set-up, proper rigging for big game fishing to offshore angling to how to land a trophy Tuna.

Fred’s Shed How-to Center—presented by Progressive®

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Tips, tricks, and DIY advice for every boater—from first-timers to experienced captains. Have a boat or engine problem you haven’t been able to fix? Stop by and ask our tech expert about it.

Classic & Wooden Boat Collection

Classic & Wooden Boat Collection

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If you’re a fan of classic boats or simply appreciate the chance to see a bit of nautical history, be sure to check out this collection of elegant boats from the past. Step back in time to admire the craftsmanship and beauty of vintage wooden boats dating back 80 years.

Boating Simulator
Boating Simulator

America’s Boating Club® Boating Simulator

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Get “hands-on” practice in boating skills such as docking, pivot turns, stopping and more using a real Mercury throttle and steering wheel.

Live Music—Pete’s One Mann Band

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Experience the best one-man “5-piece band” on the East Coast—Pete Mann plays hits from ABBA to Zeppelin.

The Big Catch—Photo Op

The Big Catch—Photo Op

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Capture the fun of a day at the show with your family and friends. Pose with this year’s Big Catch—"Tiny Tuna” for a story about the one that didn’t get away.

Kids’ Boating

Kids’ Boating 

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Boatloads of fun on the water—just for kids! Young mariners can splash around a mini lake in a paddleboat.

Wednesday–Friday 3pm–7:30pm
Saturday 10am–7:30pm
Sunday 10am–5:30pm

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Build-A-Boat—Toy Boat Building

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Little skippers will have boatloads of fun creating a one-of-a-kind toy boat to take home as a show souvenir.

Wednesday–Friday 3pm–7:30pm
Saturday 10am–7:30pm
Sunday 10am–5:30pm