This year’s move to Kent Narrows marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the Bay Bridge Boat Show. After 26 years at the Bay Bridge Marina, the new venue at Safe Harbor Narrows Point promises to retain much of what attendees love about the show while offering more amenities and better parking.
Details
Dates: April 11-13
Times: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday and until 5 p.m. on Sunday
Location: Safe Harbor Narrows Point (428 Kent Narrow Way N., Grasonville, MD)
Parking: Show parking will be available at the Old Outlets off Exit 41. From there attendees can take the Cross Island Trail to the show (one mile) or board the shuttle.
Tickets: General admission $20 (ages 15 and under are free). Pre-purchase tickets online at annapolisboatshows.com (limited onsite box office available).
Stay: Make your trip to the show a full weekend! Find ideas for things to see and do in Queen Anne’s County on page 38 and visit the Annapolis Boat Shows website for a list of nearby hotels.
The Bay Bridge Boat Show has a great atmosphere; that’s because the show’s largest exhibitor has always been the venue itself. This year, Safe Harbor Narrows Point will be giving attendees the opportunity to try the marina lifestyle. You can explore boats, walk the docks, hang out with fellow boaters, and grab a drink at the pool bar. It’s a rare opportunity to try being a boater for a day. And, if you get a taste for it, you can buy a boat at the show and have it on the water that weekend.
“Whether you're here for the boats, the education, or the food and entertainment, it’s always a ton of fun,” says Annapolis Boat Shows’ president, Mary Ewenson. “And the beautiful new venue means visitors may board even more exciting new powerboats and shop everything from gear and accessories to electronics, communication equipment, education, clubs, and more.”
Annapolis Boat Shows’ General Manager Sheila Jones says she’s particularly excited about the expanded demo dock.
“There’s more room to offer hands-on experiences with the latest boating technologies, as well as added space for entertainment and educational programming,” says Jones. “If you’re a seasoned boater or a first timer, the show will offer something new for everyone to explore.”
New Amenities:
- Eight restaurants, four hotels, and a nature park within walking distance.
- Over 800 parking spots within a mile of the show.
- Access to the Cross Island Trail.
The new venue makes it easier than ever to turn your visit to the Bay Bridge Boat Show into an awesome day trip or a relaxing weekend getaway. Visitors will have great options when it comes to waterfront dining and accommodations. The Cross Island Trail will make it easy to get around Kent Narrows by foot or on a bicycle. Parking will be plentiful with shuttles running between the lot at the Old Outlets off Exit 41 and the show.
Back by Popular Demand:
Along with offering its own charms, the new venue will also prove to be a great host for the programs and exhibits attendees love.
- Climb aboard over 250 powerboats (new and preowned).
- Boating gear, lifestyle apparel, home decor, local artisanal products, and more.
- PropTalk Demo Dock: Choose from a selection of boats to take for test ride.
- Food trucks.
- Poolside bar: Enjoy live music, drinks, and snacks by the pool courtesy of the Lazy Mermaid Pool Bar.
- FishTalk Fishing Pavillion: Expert angling advice, kids' activities, and cooking demos
- Free Seminars: Take your boating skills to the next level with free educational boating seminars.
- BoatUS On-Water Training: Sign up for an on-the-water boating course courtesy of BoatUS.
We'll update this page with more details as we get closer to the show dates. Stay tuned for the official show guide in PropTalk’s May issue! Visit annapolisboatshows.com for a list of exhibitors, to purchase tickets, a map of the show, and more.