2026 Seattle Boat Show: West Coast’s Premier Maritime Event Returns
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By Dawn Anderson, best4boats.com.
The Seattle Boat Show represents a significant convergence point for Pacific Northwest maritime commerce, utilizing both indoor exhibition space and Bell Harbor Marina’s in-water facilities to showcase the region’s boating industry. For harbor operators and marina managers, the annual event demonstrates the capacity and economic impact of coordinated multi-venue boat shows, providing insights into facility requirements for large-scale marine exhibitions.
According to an article by Dawn Anderson at Best4Boats:
Now in its 79th year, the Seattle Boat Show remains the largest recreational boating event on the West Coast and the third largest in North America. Between the indoor exhibits at Lumen Field Event Center and the in-water displays at Bell Harbor Marina, it’s become a uniquely Seattle tradition that brings the boating community together right in the middle of winter.
You’ll find 280+ exhibitors, 800+ boats, and acres of marine gear covering everything from kayaks and paddleboards to fishing boats, surf boats, and luxury yachts reaching 83′ on the water. Indoors, the largest boats stretch to 55′, proving once again that Seattle knows how to maximize space when boats are involved.
The event runs January 30 through February 7, 2026, and features 145 free seminars, themed days including Women’s Day and Dogs on Deck, and special evening events. With free shuttles connecting both show locations and extensive programming for families, the show demonstrates how major maritime events can successfully engage diverse boating audiences while driving industry commerce.
Read the full article here: 2026 Seattle Boat Show Brings Boats, Community, and a Few Full Circle Moments
Originally published on January 20, 2026.
