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Detroit Boat Show

February 1 - 8, 2025
Show Hours:
Saturdays: 11am – 8pm
Sundays & Monday: 11am – 6pm
Tuesday – Friday: 2pm – 8pm
Admission:
Adults: $14
Children 12 & Under: FREE with an adult
Free admission (for 1) for all active military, police and firefighters.
The Detroit Boat Show only accepts US currency.
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Special Admission Days:
Children 12 & Under: FREE with an adult
Free admission (for 1) for all active military, police, and firefighters, with valid badge.
- Monday, February 3 – Seniors 65 and older receive free admission during show hours.
- Wednesday, February 5 – Boat Load of Food, bring 5 cans or more (per person) of non-perishable food to donate to Gleaners Community Food Bank to receive free admission to the show during 3 and 6 p.m. only
- Career Days – Monday through Friday, February 3-7: Interested in a career in the marine industry? Bring your Student ID to the Boat Show Office to gain free entry and complete the Career Days “stops” in the show to enter to win a $500 gift card!
PLEASE NOTE ALL CONCESSIONS (FOOD & BEVERAGE) AND COAT CHECK TRANSACTIONS WILL BE CREDIT OR DEBIT CARD ONLY.
Location:
Huntington Place (formerly Cobo Center)
1 Washington Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48226
Grand Rapids Boat Show

A West Michigan Tradition!
In our 80th year, the Grand Rapids Boat Show is launching into an era where we will be showing our broadest array of power boats ever…5 acres of them, especially for the Great Lakes! The array of Motor Yachts, Cruisers, Runabouts, Fishing Boats, and Ski and Surf Inboards is exceptional. Pontoon Boats continue to excel in new designs, features and cruising abilities. Last summer you saw all the boats on the water, well now is your chance to board them and check them out! Boaters, this is your Show!
February 12 - 16, 2025
Hours:
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
2:00 pm-8:00 pm
Thursday, February 13, 2025
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Friday, February 14, 2025
12:00 pm-9:00 pm
Saturday, February 15, 2025
10:00 am-9:00 pm
Sunday, February 16, 2025
10:00 am-5:00 pm
Admission: Adults: $12 Children 6-14: $5
Location:
DeVos Place
303 Monroe Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Ultimate Sport Show - Grand Rapids

Michigan’s finest tradition for the avid fisherman, hunter or outdoor loving family! Exhibitors will be at the show with the latest in outdoor gear, travel information and fishing boats. The features are famous: Antique Lures, Trout Pond, Hawg Trough, Woodcarvers, and the Rock Wall. Nearly 100 fishing and hunting seminars will be held on 5 stages, including “Lake Ultimate,” the 110,000 gallon indoor lake.
March 13 - 16, 2025
Show Hours:
Thursday, March 13, 2025
1:00 pm-8:00 pm
Friday, March 14, 2025
12:00 pm-8:00 pm
Saturday, March 15, 2025
10:00 am-8:00 pm
Sunday, March 16, 2025
10:00 am-5:00 pm
Admission: Adults: $12 Children 6-14: $5
Location:
DeVos Place
303 Monroe Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Novi Boat Show

March 13 - 16, 2025
Show Hours:
Thursday & Friday: 2pm – 9pm
Saturday: 11am – 9pm
Sunday: 11am – 5pm
Admission:
Adults: $12
Children 12 & Under: FREE with an adult
The Novi Boat Show only accepts US currency.
Location:
Suburban Collection Showplace
46100 Grand River Avenue
Novi, MI 48374
2025 Traverse City Boat Show

Blue Water Promotions is pleased to present the 2025 Traverse City Boat Show. This three-day event historically draws just over 2000 people. The Traverse City Boat Show will attract recreational oriented consumers that both reside in and those who own vacation homes...in beautiful Northern Michigan. The aisles are carpeted in fire engine red giving the event a warm and inviting ambiance. Traveling from down state? March is a great time of year in Traverse City with off-season hotel rates and lots to do in the Grand Traverse Region.
March 14 - 16, 2025
Show Hours:
Friday, March 14th 12pm to 8pm
Saturday, March 15th 10am to 6pm
Sunday, March 16th 10am to 4pm
Admission:
Adults $8
Kids 6-15 $2
Kids 0-5 FREE
Location:
Grand Traverse County Civic Center
1213 W Civic Center Drive
Traverse City, MI 49686
Bay Harbor In-Water Boat Show

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Stay tuned for next year's
information.
The Bay Harbor In-Water Boat Show always kicks off the summer season in style and has become a milestone event that’s always well received by boating enthusiasts and spectators seeking the newest innovations in marine products. Stroll the docks and enjoy all the very latest in watercraft and boating accessories.
There will be a large collection of in-water exhibitors, as well as a wonderful selection of on-land exhibitors.
JUNE 14 – 16, 2024
Show Hours:
Friday June 14th - 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Saturday June 15th - 10:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Sunday June 16th - 10:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location:
832 Front Street, Bay Harbor, MI 49770
Muskegon Boat Life Adelaide Pointe Boat Show

The Muskegon Boat Life Adelaide Pointe - Boat Show brings passionate boaters and water enthusiasts together with cutting-edge maritime businesses in a fun celebration of our boat and maritime life at the newest marina in West Michigan.
The Muskegon Boat Life Adelaide Pointe Boat Show is proud to be attracting leading industry players like Action Water Sports, Spring Brook Yachts, Bay Marine, Freedom Boat Club, Sportfisherman's Center, Keenan Marina, Skipper Bud’s and many more. These esteemed dealers represent the forefront of the boating industry, and their participation promises to showcase a diverse range of exceptional boats, services and marine equipment.
Here is a link to the press release- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y6qUcidbwKnZAet7bATEPyj9BjKFWyQACJDigxCM4MQ/edit?usp=sharing
August 16 - 18, 2024
Show Hours:
- August 16, Friday 10 to Dusk
- August 17, Saturday 10 to Dusk
- August 18, Sunday 10 to 5pm
Admission: FREE
Thanks to Adelaide Pointe for allowing the public to experience the show free of charge.
Location:
Adelaide Pointe, Muskegon, Michigan
Experience nautical excellence: Boats, Food & Fun with a view!
Metro Boat Show

September 12 - 15, 2024
Hours:
Thurs. – Friday: 1pm – 7:30pm
Saturday: 11am – 7:30pm
Sunday: 11am – 6pm
Admission:
Adults: $10
Children 12 & Under: FREE with an adult
One (1) FREE Admission for Military, First Responders & Healthcare Workers*
*With proper identification. Applies to Police, Fire & Medical personnel.
The Metro Boat Show only accepts US currency.
Ticket sales are credit card ONLY. Purchase tickets in advance to save time in line. Show your tickets on your cell phone or print them and bring them to the show!
Location:
Lake St. Clair Metropark
31300 Metro Pkwy
Harrison Charter Township, MI 48045