The Bay Bridge Boat Show at Safe Harbor Narrows Point returns for its second year in its new location in Kent Narrows. Here’s a quick look at some of the exciting things you can expect at this year’s show. Stay tuned for the official show guide in PropTalk’s May issue.
Details
Dates: April 17-19
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. Parking costs $10 (CASH ONLY) and benefits the Kent Island High School Swim Team.
Tickets: General admission $20 (ages 15 and under are free; military tickets cost $15). Pre-purchase tickets online at annapolisboatshows.com (limited onsite box office available).
The three-day event invites boaters, families, anglers, and Chesapeake Bay enthusiasts to prepare for the months ahead by exploring more than 250 boats from leading manufacturers, evaluating the latest models side-by-side, and connecting directly with industry experts. Attendees can also explore over 130 exhibitors displaying marine technology, electronics, accessories, and apparel, and speak with financing and insurance representatives to help turn boating plans into reality for the upcoming season.
A signature feature of the show is the PropTalk Demo Dock. This on-water platform allows attendees to take sea trials on select models, from traditional powerboats to emerging electric models, experiencing firsthand how different boats perform on the water while gaining confidence before making purchase decisions.
Education and exploration are the cornerstones of the Bay Bridge Boat Show at Safe Harbor Narrows Point. Each year, the show provides a platform to inspire and teach boaters at every level, with sessions running throughout each day on topics ranging from core boating skills to specialized Chesapeake-focused subjects. Find the full seminar schedule on the Annapolis Boat Show website.
In addition, BoatUS Foundation offers on-water training sessions with a USCG-licensed captain, providing practical instruction and helping to build confidence behind the wheel (learn more here). Learning continues for families and visitors of all ages with the Phillips Wharf Environmental Center’s Fishmobile, a mobile marine science classroom that brings Chesapeake Bay life up close. Guests can meet blue crabs, seahorses, oyster toadfish, and other native Bay creatures while learning about the Bay’s ecosystem and about Phillips Wharf’s mission to promote stewardship, science education, and conservation.
The show experience extends well beyond the boats, offering live entertainment along with dockside food and beverages in a relaxed waterfront setting that’s easily accessible by land or water. For those looking to turn their visit into a getaway, Safe Harbor Narrows Point is surrounded by multiple hotels within walking distance of the show, making it easy to stay for a night or enjoy the full weekend. Boaters arriving by water can take advantage of nearby transient slips, allowing them to cruise in, tie up, and enjoy the show and the surrounding Kent Narrows community.
With hands-on programming and an ongoing commitment to education, the Bay Bridge Boat Show at Safe Harbor Narrows Point has become a must-attend event for Chesapeake boaters and waterfront enthusiasts alike.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit annapolisboatshows.com.
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