In October sailors from around the globe will gather on miles of docks in beautiful downtown historic Annapolis for the 2019 United States Sailboat Show. This is an internationally acclaimed sailboat show, recognized as the world’s largest and most prestigious sailboat show.

Tickets are available online or at authorized ticket booths only.

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2018 Show Guide

See 2018 lists of exhibitors, boats by length, boats by brand, and products & services.

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Preview Day – October 10, 2019

Be first in line for the unveiling of new boats, new products, and opening day discounts. A special day for the serious sailor, the Preview Day is the best day to shop. This is the ideal day to talk with exhibitors and tour sailboats. Avoid the crowds.

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Vacation Basin

Explore the world on romantic and exotic charters. Vacation Basin is dedicated to chartering, travel, and vacations and charter boat ownership in Greece, Croatia, Caribbean, and the Chesapeake Bay.

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Mediterranean Corner

Have you ever dreamed of sailing in the Mediterranean? Be sure to visit Mediterranean Corner where charter companies from the Mediterranean can present their fleets to US clients and make direct bookings.

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VIP Red Carpet Lounge

A Pre-Qualification VIP Program Presented by LH-Finance

Exclusive access to an elegant lounge with comfortable seating, top tier cuisine, and beer, wine and cocktail tastings.

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Cruisers University

A comprehensive and expanded curriculum on cruising and boat preparedness for sail and power cruisers. More than 40 courses taught by expert instructors. Register for 1- 4 days of classes.

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Take The Wheel Interactive Workshop & Boat Demo

Sponsored by Jeanneau

Searching for the sailboat of your dreams? This program allows you to demo two sailboats –you choose from eight spectacular catamarans and monohulls. Following a morning session on boat buying, you will spend an afternoon on the water, compare one boat against the other, and narrow the search for your new boat. Read Reviews

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First Sail Workshops

Experience the joy of sailing. Taught by expert instructors, this two-and-a-half-hour class is designed for the beginning sailor.

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Premiering Boats

The most exciting new sailboats from major manufacturers, including many new designs and models, make their debut.

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Largest Collection of Multihulls in the World

Miles of docks are constructed to exhibit the largest collection of catamarans and trimarans in the world. Visitors also tour new cruising sailboats, kayaks, paddle boards, and canoes.

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Acres of On-Land Exhibitors

The sailboat show has the latest in navigational equipment, high-tech electronics, boating accessories, clothing, gear, and related services such as boating clubs, charter companies, insurance firms, and lending institutions. Boat show goers shop from a vast display of boating products and services.

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Sailboat Manufacturers

The only boat show in which virtually every major sailboat manufacturer is represented. Sailors have the unique opportunity to board and inspect most new models on the market, make side-by-side comparisons, and talk to industry representatives about all aspects of buying and owning a boat.

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Order Official Shirts in Advance

Order your 2019 United States Sailboat Show official apparel in advance and pick your shirt up at the show or have it shipped to your home via U.S. Mail. Shirts are available in short and long sleeves, beautiful pastel colors, and in sizes Small – XX-Large.

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Grand Prize

A lucky boater will win a 6-night, 7-day charter in the British Virgin Islands aboard the award-winning Moorings 4800 Sailing Catamaran, ideal for up to eight guests. Charter valued at approximately $15,000.00.

Airfare for two sponsored by British Virgin Islands Tourist Board.

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Free Cocktail and Wine Tastings



Free cocktail and wine tastings throughout the show!

American Sailing Summit in Annapolis

Learn from some of the world’s most renowned sailors. Select from eight days of workshops, on-board trainings, and educational seminars. Presented by: Annapolis Boat Shows, Blue Water Sailing, Chesapeake Bay, and Cruising World magazines.

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74-foot Schooner Sailing Cruises

Cruises will be available aboard the 74-foot Schooner Woodwind. All cruises depart from inside the Unites States Sailboat Show and pass by the United States Naval Academy and then into the Chesapeake Bay. Additional fee required.

A look at last year’s sailboat show.