2026 Seattle Boat Show At A Glance
Friday Jan. 30– Saturday Feb. 7 | Lumen Field Event Center & Bell Harbor Marina
Quick Facts
- Website: SeattleBoatShow.com
- 79th Annual Show: Largest recreational boating event on the West Coast, third largest in North America.
- Locations: Indoor exhibits at Lumen Field Event Center; in-water experience at Bell Harbor Marina. Free shuttle between the 2 locations
- 280+ exhibitors, 800+ boats, acres of the latest marine products and accessories
- From kayaks and paddleboards to fishing boats and surf boats to million dollar luxury yachts
- Largest boat in the show 83 feet (at Bell Harbor), largest boat indoors, 55 feet
- 145 free boating and fishing seminars
- Parking & Access: $5 parking at Bell Street Pier Garage
- Tickets: Single-day, multi-day, and 2-for-1 passes available; kids 17 & under free.
Featured Experiences & Promotions
- NEW! Boat Show After Dark — Friday evenings, Jan. 30 & Feb. 6, 5–9 p.m. Live performances by an eclectic lineup of local musicians, ambient lighting, pour stations, and a festival-like evening vibe.
- Sip & Sketch — Saturday, Jan. 31. Seattle muralist Dozfy creates live, custom keepsakes for attendees included with admission along with gloss of wine or beer.
- Bubbly at the Boat Show — Sunday, Feb. 1. Sip a mimosa (choose orange or peach) while exploring the show. Included with admission to the first 1,000 guests (21+) and includes a souvenir flute.
- Dogs on Deck — Thursday, Feb. 6. Bring your pooch! Custom dog tags available.
- Family-Friendly Fun — Aqua Paddlers pool for ages 3–8, plus toy boat building and nautical skills sessions with the Center for Wooden Boats.
- Themed Days & Special Events — Women’s Day (women get in free), 2-for-1 Tuesday, Taco Tuesday, Military & First Responder Appreciation (free admission), and Boating’s in Our Blood (donate blood and get free admission and parking).
Why Attend
- Hundreds of Boats: From fishing boats, sailboats, pontoons and surf boats to luxury yachts and more.
- Gear & Accessories: Electronics, marine equipment, and must-have boating products under one roof.
- Expert Seminars: Free sessions and advanced classes for a fee through Boat Show University covering boating, fishing, safety, maintenance, and more.
- Lifestyle & Fun: Mix of hands-on experiences, live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and community connections.
- It’s the best time of the year to buy a boat as boat manufacturers and dealers offer special incentives and limited-time pricing available only during the show.
Learn More & Media Resources
- Website: SeattleBoatShow.com
- Show Photos & B-roll: Seattle Boat Show Media
- After Dark photos
- Social Media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram: @SeattleBoatShow
Contact
Lisa Samuelson: 206-954-2574, lisa@samuelsoncom.com