Atlantic City Boat Show 2027
Event Date
February 24–28, 2027
Location
Atlantic City, NJ
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Discover Boating Atlantic City Boat Show is one of the East Coast's premier winter boating events, held annually at the Atlantic City Convention Center in New Jersey. Organized by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), it serves as a central hub for boat enthusiasts and professionals from the maritime industry.
The show features hundreds of boats — including center consoles, pontoons, wake boats and luxury yachts — and attendees can step aboard the latest models, compare options and shop marine gear, with some exhibitors offering show-only pricing. Beyond the boats on display, the event blends shopping with hands-on activities and education, making it appealing to both seasoned boaters and newcomers.
Visitors can climb aboard nearly 500 new boats, from luxurious yachts to tricked-out runabouts, enjoy the indoor paddlesports pool, 30' casting tank, and the music, drinks and games at the Discover Boating Beach Club, plus take advantage of free boating education, free kid-friendly activities, and exclusive savings. It is a convenient one-stop indoor destination to explore, compare and buy in the middle of winter.
Show Highlights
Signature features and attractions include:
- Indoor Paddlesports Pool — guests can try kayaking in an indoor paddle pool. Guests ages 10 and up can try kayaking in an indoor paddle pool.
- Art of Casting Pond & Fishing Seminars — fishing-focused demos and talks, plus a 30-foot casting tank.
- Fred's Shed How-To Center, presented by Progressive — hands-on help for maintenance and ownership questions; a place to bring questions and get tips on systems, upkeep, and common fixes.
- Discover Boating Beach Club — a beach-themed lounge with music, drinks and games.
- Family activities — activities for younger visitors, including toy boat building and the opportunity to climb aboard display models.
- Build-A-Boat — kids build a toy boat to take home as a show souvenir, with a posted schedule.
- Sand Art — a professional sand sculptor creates a live art piece from a pile of sand during the event.
Attendance
The show draws tens of thousands of attendees who wait all year to climb aboard nearly 500 shiny new boats, from luxurious yachts to tricked-out runabouts. The organizer has not published detailed audience demographics.
Registration
Tickets are purchased online. Tickets are sold through the show's official ticketing link, the only authorized site for valid tickets, accessible via ACBoatShow.com.
For reference, at the 2026 edition: tickets were $20 for adults, with escalating discounts when buying three or more tickets. Children 12 and under were free with a paid adult. On the opening Wednesday, active and retired military and first responders received free admission with valid ID. Confirm current pricing and any group discounts on the official ticket page before purchase, as 2027 rates may differ.
History
The Atlantic City Boat Show is an annual event produced by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), which owns and operates a portfolio of boat shows across the United States under the Discover Boating banner. The show takes place at the Atlantic City Convention Center in New Jersey and serves as a central hub for boat enthusiasts and professionals from the maritime industry. The event has become a fixture of the winter boat show season on the East Coast, held annually in late February at the Atlantic City Convention Center, which opened in 1997.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 Atlantic City Boat Show?
The show runs February 24-28, 2027 at the Atlantic City Convention Center, 1 Convention Boulevard, Atlantic City, NJ 08401. Show hours are noon to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.
How much are tickets and how do I register?
Tickets are sold online through the show's official ticketing link at ACBoatShow.com, the only authorized site for valid tickets. At the 2026 show, adult tickets were $20 with discounts for buying three or more, and children 12 and under were free with a paid adult; confirm 2027 pricing on the official ticket page.
Who should attend the Atlantic City Boat Show?
The show is designed for both seasoned boaters and newcomers, as well as families and maritime professionals. Attendees can compare hundreds of boats in one indoor stop, shop marine gear with show-only pricing, and enjoy hands-on activities and seminars.
What can I see and do at the show?
Highlights include hundreds of boats from center consoles to luxury yachts, an indoor paddlesports pool, a 30-foot casting tank with fishing seminars, Fred's Shed how-to center, the Discover Boating Beach Club, and family activities such as toy boat building and sand art.
How do I get to the venue and where can I park?
The Atlantic City Rail Terminal is adjacent to the convention center via NJ TRANSIT's Atlantic City Rail Line from Philadelphia, and the nearest airports are Atlantic City International (ACY) and Philadelphia International (PHL). On-site parking at the convention center garage is $20 per 24 hours, with additional parking at The Wave Garage and valet parking available during the show.
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