In its 52th year in 2009, the show is the largest boat show between the two coasts and features over 1200 new and classic motor and sail boats as well as kids activities, boating accessory vendors, and live entertainment. In 2009, the Boat Show will be held January 16-25.
Exhibits:
Exhibits at the Boat Show include over 1200 new, used, and classic boats, two full-scale waterfront home models, a 300-foot-long wakeboarding pool, and a nautical flea market. Entertainers include "Twiggy," the water-skiing squirrel and Captain Willie, the Great Lakes Pirate.Shopping at the Cleveland Boat Show:
Shopping opportunities include the nautical flea market with all kinds of antique, interesting, and funky boating accessories and well as dozens of vendors selling new boating accessories and travel destinations.Food and Beverages:
The food and beverage specifics will include a Put-in-Bay themed bar and restaurant, similar to the island's Roundhouse.For the Kids:
Kids activities at the Cleveland Boat Show include a kid's fishing pond, a kid's activity center, and meeting Willie, the Great Lakes Pirate.Hours and Admission:
The Cleveland Boat and Waterfront Lifestyle Expo is January 16-25, 2009. The show is open Fridays from 3pm to 9pm, Saturdays from 11am to 9pm, Sunday from 11am to 6pm, Monday and Wednesday from noon to 9pm, and Tuesday and Thursday from 3pm to 9pm.Admission (2009 pricing) is $12 for adults, $11 for seniors (60+), and free for those 12 and under. A three-day pass is available for $24. Admission includes a year's subscription to a choice of three boating magazines.
Visiting the Cleveland Boat Show:
Tickets for the Cleveland Boat Show are available online on the show's website or at the I-X center box office. Advance discounted tickets are available at all Marc's Discount stores. Ample parking is available, but is not free for this event.(Last updated 12-19-08)
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