Events

Your next boat looks forward to meeting you soon, whether in Newport, Norwalk, or Annapolis.   Newport International Boat Show presented by BankNewport September 12 – 15, Newport, RI One of the largest and most prestigious boat shows in the country, “NIBS” spans over fifteen acres with six connecting show sites within historic downtown Newport. Walk the docks and view a spectacular display of new sailboats and powerboats, some making their first-ever debut in the United States….

  Welcome to the CT Spring Boat Show, 2024! Cat’s Paw, LLC, and WindCheck Magazine are proud to manage this unique event for the participating Yacht Brokers and Exhibitors that serve the Boating Communities of Connecticut, Rhode Island and New York. They are the ones who are making this growing event one of the most interesting and fun ways to provide the experienced boater with high-quality products to view but also help less experienced, aspiring people to get…

Tickets are on sale now for the 2024 Hartford Boat Show. The show will boast the most boat brands and models under one roof, from Thursday, January 18 through Sunday, January 21 at the Earth Expo Center at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, CT. The marine industry has continued to experience unparalleled growth in the past few years, with folks from all walks of life getting started in boating at a time when travel and entertainment options were…

  Welcome to the CT Spring Boat Show, 2023! Cat’s Paw, LLC, and WindCheck Magazine are proud to manage this unique event for the participating Yacht Brokers and Exhibitors that serve the Boating Communities of Connecticut, Rhode Island and New York. They are the ones who are making this growing event one of the most interesting and fun ways to provide the experienced boater with high-quality products to view but also help less experienced, aspiring people to get…

The 29th Annual WoodenBoat Show August 20 – 22 at Mystic Seaport Museum, Mystic, CT Hosted by Mystic Seaport Museum in partnership with WoodenBoat Publications, this three-day festival celebrates the design and craftsmanship of wooden craft, with something for all wooden boat enthusiasts and marine history buffs. Wooden boats of every type – large and small, old and new, power, sail, oar and paddle – will be on display, including cruising yachts, launches, runabouts, fishing boats, performance…

49th Annual Newport International Boat Show September 12 – 15 in Newport, Rhode Island The fall boat show season in the Northeast kicks off with the Newport International Boat Show. Spanning 13 waterfront acres in downtown Newport, this is one of the largest and most prestigious boat shows in the country. Hundreds of sailboats and powerboats will be on display, along with a wide variety of marine products and services to enhance the nautical lifestyle. Educational seminars…

The Connecticut Spring Boat Show will be held Friday, May 3 to Sunday, May 5 at Essex Island Marina, a Safe Harbor Marina, located at 11 Ferry Street in Essex, CT. This in-water “boutique” show is a production of WindCheck Magazine and is sponsored by Essex Island Marina, Essex Boat Works, Essex Steam Train & Riverboat, the Yacht Brokers Association of America, and YachtWorld. As in previous years, 100% of attendee gate proceeds will go to Sails…