Things to do at the show

2025 New York Boat Show Features

SALUTING OUR HEROES

To express our gratitude for your service, all active/veteran military, active/retired first responders and USCG & USCGA members can take advantage of FREE admission on Wednesday, January 22.

Simply show your military/first responder/USCG & USCGA valid identification card along with photo ID at Will Call to receive your complimentary ticket.

NEW! Discover Boating Beach Club
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Discover Boating Beach Club

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Bring on the summer vibes. Kick back with your crew and discover the best of boating—enjoy music, food, drinks, beach games, and more.

Boating Feud Game—Saturday: A fun, fast-paced nautical version of the classic TV game show
Golf Simulator: Take a swing—Experience the iconic 17th Hole of Lake Tahoe’s Edgewood Golf Course

Fred's Shed How-To Center - presented by Progressive®

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Tips, tricks, and DIY advice for every boater—from first-timers to experienced captains. Have a boat or engine problem you haven’t been able to fix? Stop by and ask our tech expert about it

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Build-a-Boat—Toy Boat Building

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Little skippers will have boatloads of fun creating a one-of-a-kind toy boat to take home as a show souvenir.

Schedule:
Wednesday–Friday 3 pm–7:30 pm
Saturday 10am–7:30pm
Sunday 10 am–5:30pm

Fishing Frenzy

Fishing Frenzy

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Little anglers can reel in the fun as they try their hand at “catching the big one” in a special ball-pit pond. It’s fin-tastic fun for kids 8 and younger.