WHAT: The Discover Boating® New York Boat Show®, in partnership with Progressive®, docks at the Javits Center January 21-25, 2026, inviting tri-state water lovers to escape the cold and plunge into summer fun. The world’s first and longest running boat show has been a New York tradition since it started in 1905. With boating and fishing ranking as the top outdoor recreational activities in the U.S., there’s no better place to kick off America’s 250th birthday year! Tickets can be purchased at NYBoatshow.com.
With hundreds of new boats to see and shop, special show deals, fun for kids, the Discover Boating Beach Club, and free education for all levels, one of the tri-state’s best winter indoor events has something for everyone.
- Experience the #BoatLife in Real Life! Always wanted to try boating but not sure how to get started?The New York Boat Show offers the opportunity to climb aboard every type of boat and make plans to get on the water this summer, whether you rent, join a boat club, or own. Tour high-tech wake boats, tricked out runabouts, pontoons, fishing boats, kayaks, and luxurious yachts as big as a New York apartment.
- Buying a Boat? With hundreds of boats for every budget and lifestyle on display – and for sale – the New York Boat Show is the best place to see and shop incredible deals on the most comprehensive selection of boat brands and types in the Tri-State area. Plus, take advantage of show-only specials on the newest boating accessories, fishing equipment, marine electronics and on-the-water gear.
- Kid-friendly fun. The boat show inviteslittle skippers to build their own toy boat, play Fishing Frenzy, and climb aboard hundreds of boats to play captain for the day!
- Boaters at every level can get their nautical questions answered with free tips and guidance from the expertsat Fred's Shed How-To Center, presented by Progressive®.
- Kick back and relax at the Discover Boating Beach Club to bring a little summer to your winter with music, drinks, beach games, and more.
WHEN is the 2026 Discover Boating New York Boat Show?
Wednesday-Sunday, January 21-25, 2026
Weds-Fri:?12:00pm-8:00pm; Sat: 10:00am-8:00pm; Sun:?10:00am-6:00pm
WHERE is the 2026 Discover Boating New York Boat Show held?
The Javits Center, 429 11th Ave, New York, NY 10001
What can I expect at the 2026 Discover Boating New York Boat Show?
The tri-state’s largest indoor boat show has hundreds of boats to see & shop, the Discover Boating Beach Club, fun for the kids and more! Lifelong boaters and those who have never stepped foot on board will discover summer fun and so many ways to plan for summer on the water.
How much are tickets for the 2026 Discover Boating New York Boat Show?
Tickets are $20 for adults. Children 12 & under get in FREE when accompanied by a paid adult. And it pays to bring friends with escalating discounts when you buy 3 or more tickets!
Buy online at NYBoatshow.com or via contactless payment onsite – no cash accepted.
FREE admission for active/veteran military, active/retired first responders and USCG & USCGA members on Opening Day: Wednesday, January 21. Simply show valid identification along with photo ID on entry.
WEB/SOCIAL: Visit NYBoatShow.com; Facebook & Instagram #NYBoatShow
About the Discover Boating® New York Boat Show®:
The Discover Boating New York Boat Show, in partnership with Progressive, is the world’s first and longest running boat show, connecting thousands of boaters with new boats, marine products, and educational experiences each year. Learn more at NYBoatShow.com.