The boat show for cruising enthusiasts returns to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor September 24-28, 2024. Guests can expect an in-water selection of new and pre-owned cruising powerboats, educational seminars and demonstrations, the latest in marine products and services, and the chance to network with fellow cruisers and industry experts.  

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The in-water boat show runs September 24-28 at Harbor East Marina. Photos by PropTalk

Seminars

Dates: Tuesday, September 24 – Saturday, September 28

Registration and Seminar location: The Courtyard Marriott (1000 Aliceanna Street, first floor rooms A and B). Second location for a handful of courses at Homewood Suites Baltimore Inner Harbor (625 S. President Street, second floor rooms: Chesapeake and Preakness)

In-Water Boat Show

Dates and Times: Thursday, September 26 and Friday, September 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, September 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Location: Harbor East Marina (40 International Drive)

Parking: Is available at the corner of President Street and Aliceanna Street next to the Four Seasons Hotel. The Harbor East Marina office will validate your parking which will make it $15 for the day.

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Climb aboard boats, attend seminars with industry experts, and network with fellow cruising enthusiasts.

Tickets

In-Water Boat Show: $15 in advance (valid one day only)

Trawlers at Twilight: $45. Friday, September 27 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the dock at Harbor East Marina. Cocktails and Hors d’oeuvres.

VIP Packages:

Diesel Engine course, Electrical Troubleshooting, Maritime Medical Emergency Management Lecture and Hands-On, and Boat Handling on the Water are NOT available as part of the VIP package.

5-day VIP: $625 (includes general admission to all three days of the in-water boat show, unlimited access to seminars Tuesday through Saturday, entry for one to Friday’s Trawlers at Twilight Party). Value: $1145

3-Day VIP: $525 (includes general admission to all three days of the in-water boat show, unlimited access to seminars during three days, entry for one to Friday’s Trawlers at Twilight Party). Value: $645.

Tentative Exhibitor List

At print time, this was the current boat list. For updates, be sure to visit passagemaker.com/trawlerfest

  • Kadey Krogen: KK 44 AE, KK 58 EB
  • Clarks Landing Yacht Sales: Beneteau Swift Trawler 35, Beneteau Swift Trawler 48, Beneteau Antares 12
  • Selene Yachts America: Selene 59
  • Seaton Yacht Sales: Selene 50
  • East Coast Yacht Sales: Targa 32
  • Pocket Yacht Company: Ranger Tugs R-43 CB, Ranger Tugs R-31 CB, Ranger Tugs R-27, Ranger Tugs R-23
  • Burr Yacht Sales: Fleming 55
  • North Pacific Yacht Sales: NP 43
  • Yacht Sales International: Greenline Fly Hybrid 45
  • Elling Yachts USA: Elling Yachting BV 49
  • Seattle Yachts: Nimbus 365 Coupe, Nimbus 305 Coupe, Legacy Yachts 42
  • Yacht Brokers of Annapolis: 2003 Marlow 65
  • Yacht Tech Sales: 2007 Pama 540 LX Pilothouse
  • Offshore Yachts: 2023 54 Offshore Yacht
  • Helmsman Trawlers: 2024 Helmsman Trawlers 38E Pilothouse, 2024 Helmsman Trawlers 38 Sedan, 2007 Selene Archer 40 Trawler
  • Jeff Merrill Yacht Sales: Ocean Alexander 50 Classicco, Selene 55
  • Krogen Express Yachts: Krogen Express 52
  • Rhode River Boat Sales: Beneteau GT 32, Benteau Antares 9, Formula 40, Beneteau ST35 Swift Trawler
  • Bluewater Yachts: Legacy 36, Pescador 35
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New and pre-owned cruising powerboats will be on display.

Seminars

Tuesday, September 24

  • Wave and Sea Drivers and Behaviors with Chris Parker
  • The Other Loop: The Down East Circle with Steve Zimmerman
  • All Paws on Deck with Bob and Dori Arrington
  • Working with a Marine Surveyor as a Buyer or Seller with Scott Berg
  • Docking and Close Quarters Boat Handling with Bob Arrington (prerequisite for Boat Handling on the Water)
  • Boat Handling on the Water (Wed. – Fri.)

Wednesday, September 25

  • Diesel Engine Troubleshooting and Maintenance with Nigel Calder
  • Navigation and Charts with Bob Sweet
  • Cruising the ICW with Chris and Alyse Caldwell
  • Weather Forecasts—Weather Apps with Chris Parker
  • Cruising Couple/A Newcomer’s Voyage: Sea Change Adventures with Matt and Michell Virga
  • Anchoring with Bob Sweet
  • Trawler Buying Tips with moderator Jeff Merrill

Thursday, September 26

  • Electrical Systems and Troubleshooting with Nigel Calder
  • Galley Tips Provisions for your Pleasure Cruise with Chris and Alyse Caldwell
  • Boating with Electronics with Bob Sweet
  • The Big U with Eric Bescoby
  • Sanitary Systems – Drinking Water, Sewage Systems, Air Conditioners, and more! With Chris and Alyse Caldwell
  • Avoiding Collisions Using Radar, AIS, and You with Bob Sweet
  • Navigating Your Trawler Purchase with Wayne Goldman from Selene Yachts America (free sponsor seminar with valid show ticket)
  • Maritime Medical Emergency Management Lecture with Dr. Robert Leviton
  • The Great Loop: How to Prepare, What to Expect with Kim Russo
  • How to Buy a Used Boat as Told by the Boatyard with Steve Zimmerman

Friday, September 27

  • How to Maintain a Cruising Powerboat, Day 1 (Friday and Saturday) with Steve Zimmerman
  • Locking Through and Drawbridge Etiquette with Chris and Alyse Caldwell
  • The Great Loop: How to Prepare, What to Expect with Kim Russo
  • Dialing in Your Trawler with Jeff Merrill
  • Bluewater Boats That are Good for Loopers, Too with John Clayman
  • Cruising Florida with Bob Arrington
  • Maritime Medical Emergency Management: Hands-On Suture and Splinting Skills and Techniques with Dr. Robert Leviton
  • Ask the Experts: Town Hall with moderator Jeff Merrill

Saturday, September 28

  • How to Maintain a Cruising Powerboat Day 2 with Steve Zimmerman
  • Safety for Cruising Couples with Bob Arrington
  • An Introduction to Identifying and Mitigating Corrosion in the Marine Element with Scott Berg
  • Designing Metal Boats with John Clayman
  • Offshore Preparations with Jeff Merrill
  • Stabilization for Your Trawler Yacht and More with Patric Noor from DMS (free sponsor seminar with valid show ticket)
  • Financing and Insuring Your Dream Boat with Sterling Associates and Total Dollar (free sponsor seminar with valid show ticket)

Visit passagemaker.com for detailed seminar descriptions and costs, an updated boat list, and to purchase tickets. 


Don't forget to also put the Annapolis Powerboat Show on your calendar! It will be coming up October 3-6, just after TrawlerFest Baltimore.