2026 Atlanta Boat Show Features
$5 AFTER 5
Thursday & Friday only—$5 admission after 5 pm.
Join us for Happy Hour to kick off the weekend with your crew. Stop by after 5 pm and enjoy $5 admission and drink specials. (Discount tickets available online and onsite after 5 pm on January 8 & 9 only).
Discover Boating Lake Life Lounge
Booth A40A
Bring on the summer vibes! Kick back with your crew to enjoy live music, sip drinks, play games and soak up the fun all throughout the show.
Cornhole Tournament: Thursday, January 8
Live Music—Britt Black Band
Booth A40A
Georgia native Britt Black and his high-energy band will fire up the Discover Boating Lake Life Lounge with their blend of rocking country and Southern Rock. Enjoy a mix of crowd-pleasing favorites from artists like Luke Combs, Kacey Musgraves, Shania Twain, Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert, Brooks & Dunn, and others.
Live sets kick off Thursday and Friday at noon, and Saturday and Sunday at 11 am.
Golf Simulator
Booth A40A
Tee off at Tahoe! Step off the show floor and onto the fairway to experience the iconic 17th Hole of Lake Tahoe’s Edgewood Golf Course. Grab a club, take a swing and see what it feels like to play like the pros. The Golf Simulator will be at the show Friday through Sunday.
Career Day
Thinking about a career in the marine industry? Connect with industry professionals and learn about the opportunities available.
This engaging and informative event offers student a chance to explore the many varied career paths within the marine industry. From engine technicians to sales professionals and everything in between, students will gain insights into a variety of roles. Attendees will have the opportunity to:
- Participate in a Q&A session with local and national business leaders
- Have one-on-one conversations with professionals at the show
- Explore the show and gain insights into career opportunities
The event is open to the public and welcomes 'career-curious' individuals of all ages and experience levels.
In addition, all Boating Career Day attendees are invited to stay and explore the Discover Boating® Atlanta Boat Show® when it opens at 11 am—FREE of charge!
Surfing Simulator
Kids Zone: Booth 401
Surf’s Up! Test your surfing skills aboard a real surfboard—without ever getting wet. Will you be able to “hang ten” or will you wipe out into the inflatable ocean?
Schedule:
Thursday & Friday 12pm–7pm
Saturday 11am–7pm; Sunday 11am–4pm
*Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Waivers are required to participate.
Let’s Go Fishing Center
Bass Tub—Live Fishing Demos & Seminars
Booth 451
Watch pro anglers demonstrate fishing and casting skills at this 5,000-gallon aquarium. See how fish react to different fishing techniques, baits, and lures.Watch pro anglers demonstrate fishing and casting skills at this 5,000-gallon aquarium. See how fish react to different fishing techniques, baits, and lures.
Fred’s Shed How-to Center—presented by Progressive®
Booth B-16
Tips, tricks, and DIY advice for every boater—from first-timers to experienced captains. Have a boat or engine problem you haven’t been able to fix? Stop by and ask our tech expert about it.
Safety Seminars: Before You Pack Your Cooler
Booth 309
Learn practical, real-world steps to keep your boating adventures safe, fun, and worry-free. Topics include inspecting and maintaining required safety equipment, float plans, backup power sources, first aid kits and more. Packed with common-sense tips and advice, this seminar will leave you better prepared for any day on the water. Presented by Captain John Grobe and the U.S. Coast Guard.
KIDS' ZONE
Booth 401
Fun activities for youngsters of all ages.
Face painting: Friday 3pm–7pm; Saturday 11am–6pm; Sunday 11am–3pm
Virtual Reality Adventure Game
Young mariners can enjoy a splash-tastic adventure without leaving the show floor. This hands-on VR experience brings boating to life and lets kids virtually experience the excitement of a day on the water.
Bracelet & Keychain Bar
Kiddos can select from a variety of beads and nautical-themed charms to create their own bracelet or keychain to take home as a show souvenir. Open to kids of all ages.
Schedule:
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Saturday: 11 am–3pm
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Sunday: 12 pm–4pm
Minnow Racing
Kids Zone: Booth 401
Ready, set…splash! Kids can play the role of “minnow jockey” and guide their tiny racers down a water-filled track, with the first to the finish line winning bragging rights. Fun for kids of all ages.
Schedule: Thursday & Friday 11am–6pm; Saturday 10am–6pm; Sunday 10am–4pm
Family Day—Sunday, January 11
Bring the whole family for a day of fun at the Boat Show. The $28 Family Day pass is good for 2 adults and 2 children younger than 17 years old and is only available for purchase online on Sunday.