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For more than 50 years, the Annapolis Boat Shows have connected boaters with the
Chesapeake Bay lifestyle. Explore our four premier in-water events and start planning
your season on the docks.
Current News & Articles
Kick Back in the No Wake Zone at the 2026 Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show
March 23, 2026Nobody really decides spring has arrived. You just walk outside one morning, feel the breeze, and realize you’ve been thinking about your boat for three...
Sustainable & Elegant: Vaan R4 to Make North American Debut in Annapolis
June 18, 2026Fiberglass’s greatest strength is also its greatest weakness—it’s indestructible. The Vaan R4...
The Eight Skills You Need to Cross an Ocean
June 9, 2026By Ryan Gullang Ever pictured yourself crossing an ocean or dropping anchor...
Knysna 550 to make its global debut at the 2026 Annapolis Sailboat Show
June 9, 2026This fall, visitors to the Annapolis Sailboat Show (Oct. 15-18) will get...