See what’s new at the 38th Minneapolis Boat Show. Find your dream boat and everything that goes with it at the Minneapolis Convention Center, January 20-24, 2010. With the upper Midwest’s best selection of new boats and hundreds of booths showcasing the very latest in engines, electronics, fishing gear and accessories, there’s no better place to get a head start on a summer full of fun! From canoes to cruisers, from pontoons to personal watercraft there are boats for every lifestyle, activity and budget. The 5-day event is also the best time to buy, offering you a once-a-year chance to compare makes and models, secure insurance and financing and gear up with the latest accessories all at one time, under one roof!

Tickets now on sale!

SailFest Seminar Series

sailfest

Back by popular demand! Free daily seminars for both beginner and veteran sailors — as well as adventurers of all ages!  Click here to read about the speakers or here for the full seminar schedule.

Affordability Pavilion

Think owning a boat is out of your reach? Think again!  When it comes to enjoyable ways to spend your leisure time, boating is for more affordable than you may realize. Visit the Affordability Pavilion to check out a special showcase of boats you can own for less than $250 per month.

When you compare the costs of boating to a single day at an amusement park or a trip to any major league game, you’ll find that dollar for dollar, boating is really quite affordable. See for yourself how boating can stretch your vacation and leisure time budget.
Compare Costs: Boating vs. Other Leisure Activities