There are two great Virginia boat shows you will want to add to your calendar this month: The Richmond Boat Show January 24-26 and the Mid-Atlantic Sports and Boat Show January 31-February 2. And while these shows are by no means new, we are excited to announce that Team PropTalk/FishTalk will be in attendance this winter. Here are all the details you need to help plan your visit.
Richmond Boat Show
Dates: January 24-26
Times: 12 to 8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday
Location: Richmond Convention Center (403 N. 3rd Street, Richmond, VA)
Parking: There are two garages, both connected to the Convention Center.
Tickets: Adults—$15, Kids under age 16 are free, $5 military discount with ID (tickets good all weekend; ask for a VIP return pass at the exit). Buy online or cash only at the gate.
This all-indoor boat show is back and even bigger than last year with more than 25 dealers, over 100 boat brands, and nearly 200 boats in total. Dealers from Virginia, North Carolina, and Maryland will be in attendance, with over 130,000 square feet of boats all under one roof.
Expect to find fishing boats, cruisers, pontoon boats, tritoons, bass boats, PWCs, deck boats, center consoles, ski and surf boats, and kayaks. Additional exhibits include marinas, boat clubs, real estate, electronics, water sports, and safety equipment. Experts will be on hand to share information and answer questions about marinas, financing, insurance, boat maintenance, and repair and boating safety. New this year: Sea-Doo’s, cruisers over 30 feet, even more dealers, bass and fishing boats, wake and surf boats, electronics, and more.
This year’s show will also feature fun family drawings with Eric’s Caricatures, Michael Corman live on the piano all weekend, and fresh oysters from Salt Bottom Blue Oysters.
For a list of exhibitors, a map of the show, and to purchase tickets visit downtownrichmondboatshow.com.
Mid Atlantic Sports and Boat Show
Dates: January 31-February 2
Times: 12 to 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday
Location: Virginia Beach Convention Center (1000 19th Street, Virginia Beach, VA)
Parking: The VBCC offers free parking.
Tickets: $10, children 12 and under are free
The 72nd annual Mid Atlantic Sports and Boat Show runs January 31 through February 2 at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. If you’ve been thinking of buying a boat or upgrading what you currently have, now is the time to buy! Boat dealers from all over the state will be under one roof with their inventory and ready to make a deal!
Whether you want to see the latest 2025 boat models, custom boats, or watercraft and jet skis this will be your chance to check them out all in one location.
The show offers plenty of family fun, too! A day on your boat is a relaxing way to reconnect with your family and is more affordable than you might think. Bring the family and learn how easy and affordable boating can be!
For a list of boat dealers and vendors or to purchase tickets, visit vbboatshows.com.