Events

52nd Annual Los Angeles Boat Show

February 9-17, 2008 – Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles, California
The Los Angeles Boat Show produced by the Southern California Marine Association is now in its 52nd consecutive year, making it one of the longest running boat shows in the entire country. Today, the L.A. Boat Show has grown to become one of the largest and most diverse consumer boat shows, occupying over a half million square feet all indoors and featuring over 1,100 new boats from 6' to 60'. If you're a serious recreational boater, or perhaps new to the sport, there's no better time or place to acquaint yourself with the Southern California boating lifestyle. The 52nd Annual Los Angeles Boat Show is a time honored tradition enjoyed by thousands of boaters from all parts of the western U.S., the place where new 2008 models and marine accessory products are introduced.  Get your 2008 boating season off to an early start -- visit the Los Angeles Boat Show, February 9 - 17 -- and bring the entire family.

Miami International Boat Show

February 18, 2008 -  Miami, Florida
The Miami International Boat Show is produced by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), the principal trade association of the recreational marine industry. NMMA members, over 1,700 companies, produce approximately 80 percent of the marine products used by recreational boaters and anglers in the United States. The North American pleasure boat market represents fully half of the global demand for these products and services. Retail sales of boats and related products and services amount to an estimated $39.5 billion annually in the United States.

Sacramento Boat Show

March 5-9, 2008 – Sacramento, California
The Sacramento Boat Show, the largest ‘all’ boat show in the Central Valley. Featuring over 400 boats from 8 feet to 45 feet and houseboats to 70 feet, this event is the place to find wakeboard and ski accessories as well as the largest selection of tournament style and family ski boats in the Sacramento Valley. Thousands of square feet of fishing boats including bass, sport, Rogue River and saltwater styles are on display.

16th Annual Orange County Boat Show

April 3-6, 2008 – Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, California
The receational boating season is just around the corner and what better way to kick-off the 2008 boating year than by attending the Orange County Boat Show at Anaheim Convention Center, April 3-6, 2008. And with gorgeous Southern California spring weather just around the corner, our local boating season is once again primed to kick into full gear.  The Orange County Boat Show is jammed packed with over five acres of family runabouts, ski boats, fishing boats, pontoons, high performance sportboats, cruisers and PWCs all under one roof.

What better venue to browse, shop and compare hundreds of boats and accessories in one convenient location? In addition, SCMA will be hosting a special "Discover Boating" area where experienced boaters and novices alike can visit to receive valuable information regarding boating safety, exciting new destinations, and the "hows and whys" of how to get more out of the recreational boating experience. Don't forget, the Orange County Boat Show is open until 9pm on Friday and Saturday nights, so come early and stay late!!!

If you want to see what's new in boating for 2008, don't miss this boat show! And if you're in the purchasing mood, be sure and take advantage of outstanding money saving boat show offers and discounts. Remember.....life's always better with a boat!

35th Annual Newport Beach Boat Show

April 9-13, 2008 – Newport Beach, California
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33rd Annual Marina Del Rey Boat Show

May 29 - June 1, 2008 – Marina Del Rey, California
More than 2,000 feet of floating dock with the latest 2008 and a number of remaining 2007 boats available to board and inspect. Previously owned brokerage vessels represented by California's top yacht brokers. At Marina del Rey, you'll be able to compare new and used power and sailboats side by side, in and out of the water - all at boat show prices.  Shoreside gear, accessory and service exhibits along with trailerable boats and inflatables from 10 to 26 feet. The show is managed by the Duncan McIntosh Co. Inc., which has produced the Newport and Lido yacht shows for more than three decades

22nd Annual Spring Boat Show

June 5-8, 2008 – The Fairplex, Pamona, California
You've waited long enough......summer is just around the corner and the recreational boating season has officially begun! But you haven't purchased that new boat you've been thinking about since January? Or perhaps you've already got a boat but it needs some new accessories or water toys? Then the Spring Boat Show at the Fairplex in Pomona is definitely the place you need to visit. Over 250,000 square feet of exhibit space filled with everything that floats -- affordable family runabouts, ski boats, fishing boats, cruisers, pontoons, performance sportboats and personal watercraft. You'll also find a generous assortment of marine accessory booths featuring the latest and newest products to make your boating season more fun. Need a new water ski or wakeboard? This is the place to make that purchase....outstanding selection and great prices on quality boating and skiing equipment. Don't delay, this is your last chance to take advantage of incredible boat show bargains before the season starts.

5th Annual San Diego Yacht and Boat Show July 24 –27 – Sheraton Hotel and Marina, Harbor Island, San Diego, California What better place to have a mid-season boat show that captures the energy of outdoor summer fun on the water than the seaside recreation mecca of Southern California itself, San Diego and our own front yard at San Diego Yacht Sales! Now in its fourth year, this boat show venue blends the elegance and serenity of beautiful Harbor Island and the luxurious Sheraton Hotel with the inescapable enthusiasm of people enjoying an active, outdoor lifestyle that has become synonymous with San Diego. The Harbor Island setting offers boat show attendees the opportunity to feel, touch and become immersed in the environment with hundreds of new and brokerage powerboats and sailboats, in-the-water and on-land. Marine accessory products are also in abundance in a special on-land expo area immediately adjacent to the boats. Unquestionably, the SAN DIEGO YACHT and BOAT SHOW has established itself as a premier event among southwest boaters.

Ventura County Boat Show

July 10-13, 2008 – Fisherman’s Wharf, Channel Island Harbor, California.
Channel Islands Harbor is one of the most spectacular marinas along the California coast, from San Francisco to the Mexican border. Always full with the highest-quality of boats, Channel Islands Harbor is home to thousands of watercraft and enthusiasts who enjoy all types of water sports activities throughout the year.

New and Used Boats and Products will be on display both in and out of the water at the boat show. A great selection of power and sail vessels will be on display, including Albemarle, Baja, Cenczi, East Bay, Egg Harbor, Formula, Grand Banks, Island Packet, Mediterranean, Mikelson, Mustang, Nordhavn, Ocean,Pacific Sea Craft, Pursuit, Riviera, Tiara, Viking, with more being added each week.

40th Annual International Sail and Powerboat Show

October 2-5, 2008 – Long Beach Convention Center & Shoreline Village Marina, Long Beach, California
The International Sail & Power Boat Show tradition continues, thirty-nine consecutive years of boat shows produced in Long Beach by the Southern California Marine Association and presented by the Automobile Club of Southern California.  The International Sail and Power Boat Show is the West Coast's largest in-water and indoor boat show featuring hundreds of motoryachts, cruisers, sailboats, fishing boats, performance sportboats, family trailerables, ski boats, pontoons, inflatables and personal watercraft.  Long Beach also boasts the best selection of sailboats, large and small, new and brokerage, in the western United States. Here you can browse and board a wide assortment of ocean-going vessels with knowledgeable industry experts available to answer your questions.  What makes this boat show so unqiue and special is the fact that exhibits are located both inside the giant Long Beach Convention Center, and in the water at beautiful Shoreline Village Marina which is immediately adjacent.  Boat show visitors are within easy walking distance to both venues during all show hours.  In addition, boaters looking for accessory products and related marine services won't be disappointed as the International Sail and Power Boat Show offers a wide assortment of name brand companies showcasing marine electronics, hardware, safety equipment, insurance and financing.  Unquestionably, this is a major boat show opportunity you'll not want to miss.

Annapolis Boat Show

October 16-19, 2008 – Annapolis, Maryland
Experience the exciting world of powerboats, from luxurious motoryachts to high performance boats and more!

Fort Lauderdale Boat Show

October 24-27, 2008 – Broward County Convention Center, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
The 48th edition of the world's largest boat show featuring more than 2 billion dollars worth of boats, yachts, superyachts, electronics, engines and thousands of accessories from every major marine manufacturer and builder worldwide. The show encompasses more than 3 million square feet of space, both on land and in water, at six sites, all connected by the Show Transportation Network.