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The Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show returns to the historic seaport town of Annapolis every April to showcase new and brokerage boats including catamarans, monohulls, family cruisers, daysailers, and inflatables.

While climbing aboard the great line-up of sailboats is the major draw, there is so much more to see. Guests are invited to meet with boating clubs and charter companies, shop gear and equipment, and ring in the new season with fellow sailors and marine professionals. With live entertainment and seminars, the fun lasts all day. As the show winds down, guests may visit the wide variety of restaurants, shops and bars just a few steps from the show gates.

Tickets

General Admission ~ $20 Military ~ $15 (Taxes and Fees Included) (Limited onsite box office available) Children 15 and under are free

Location

110 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD 21401

Hours

Friday, April 24: 10am - 6pm Saturday, April 25: 10am - 6pm Sunday, April 26: 10am - 5pm

Parking

Parking is available in the parking garages in downtown Annapolis. Be sure to plan ahead as parking garages downtown fill up fast.

Stay

Known as the “Sailing Capital of the World”, Annapolis’s maritime history, nautical culture, and fun atmosphere make it the perfect location for boat shows. When guests have finished exploring the floating docks and shoreside exhibit areas at the Spring Show, downtown restaurants, shops, and galleries open their doors to these sailors looking to extend their stay. Make your plans now and book accommodations. Learn more at visitannapolis.org

Answers to FAQs

Are pets allowed on show grounds?

No, animals are not allowed inside the show due to safety and health reasons unless it is a certified service animal.

Are strollers allowed on show grounds?

No, strollers are not allowed inside the show due to safety issues. Please park your stroller in the designated stroller parking area.

Should my child wear a lifejacket?

Yes, we recommend all children wear life jackets for their safety.

Will the show be open if it rains?

Yes, the boat show happens rain or shine.

Can I scan my ticket from my phone?

Yes, you do not need to print out your ticket. All tickets may be scanned from your phone.

Are backpacks allowed in the show?

Yes, backpacks and bags are allowed.

If I leave the show, am I allowed back in later?

Yes, you will be able to scan your ticket again upon re-entry.

Can I bring food or drink into the show?

Yes, you may bring food and drinks into the show.

Explore Our Town

The Annapolis Boat Shows have always enjoyed calling Annapolis home. With beautiful brick-lined streets filled with art galleries, apparel, antique shops, and specialty boutiques, downtown Annapolis has plenty of fun for every visitor. Visit the many shops along Main Street and Maryland Ave, book a historic walking tour with Watermark, tour the U.S. Naval Academy, and enjoy a glorious sunset cruise aboard the Schooner Woodwind. Learn all about the great things to do in our hometown and what events are happening during the shows with the help of Visit Annapolis and Anne Arundel County. visitannapolis.org

For more information, call 410.268.8828 or visit AnnapolisSpringSailboatShow.com

It’s Time To Go Sailing!

The Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show is the place to be if you plan to sail this season. Whether you’re just starting or have been sailing for years, the show welcomes attendees of all experience levels and encourages all to step aboard sailboats of varying sizes and styles, meet with boat brokers and industry professionals, and explore options for ownership, and upgrading. Those new to sailing are invited to simply learn about life on the water and the many ways to take up the sport.

Importantly, the show is much more than a place to shop for boats and gear. Its educational opportunities are many and varied, and its No Wake Zone offers the perfect place to slow down, grab a drink, and hang out with friends; special events are planned there for Friday night and Sunday morning (see page 52).

Those who have attended past shows will notice a change in the show layout, which has been reformatted to enhance the experience for both exhibitors and attendees during the ongoing construction and redevelopment work of the City Dock Project. We think you’ll like the new configuration; check it out by turning to the show map in the center of this section.

Education

Education remains a central part of the show’s programming, and courses are offered for every skill level, from never-been-on-aboat to seasoned sailors. The First Sail Workshop is a half-day classroom and on-water introductory course specifically designed for those new to sailing. The Ask Me Anything About Sailing panel discussion (Saturday April 25 at 10 a.m.) gives would-be sailors the opportunity to hear from seasoned sailors who love introducing the sport to newcomers. For sailors planning extended cruising or looking to sharpen their skills, Cruisers University provides in-depth instruction. Finally, throughout each day free seminars presented by BoatUS will cover a range of sailing and safety topics (find the full list on page 54). Visit annapolisboatshows.com for registration information for all events except the daily seminars, which are free and open to all.

Boats and Gear

Climb aboard new monohulls and catamarans (including two new Lagoons) and brokerage boats, too. The range of vessels will span entry-level boats, cruising vessels, and racing hulls. In addition to the boats, the show is filled with on-land exhibitors offering the best in gear and equipment. Plus, this is your chance to pose boat-specific questions to the industry’s leading marine professionals.

Charter Opportunities

Those interested in sailing without ownership may connect with charter companies, learn how chartering works, and explore how sailing vacations and bareboat charters can expand experience and open access to cruising destinations near and far.

# Photo by Larry French

Sailing With Kids

Racing Crew Tips

On Sunday, pro sailor and seasoned coach Jahn Tihansky, together with freelance coach Aidan Gray, will gather small groups of aspiring racing crew dockside for an hour of tips on how to step up their racing game using a J/80 keelboat as a training platform. Sessions at 10:30 a.m. and noon. Ticket price of $20 includes show entry. Proceeds from the class support CRAB’s racing program. Visit annapolisboatshows.com for registration.

Sailing with kids strengthens family bonds, teaches children problem solving skills, and inspires adventure. Bring the whole family for a casual panel discussion/Q&A session with parents whose kids love sailing and learn how you can get the whole family on the water with less stress and more fun. Sunday, April 26 at 11 a.m., free.

Dockside Ducks

Kids can join the hunt for rubber ducks hidden throughout the show! Find a duck and bring it to the Box Office or Show Office to receive an extra prize—and you get to keep the duck!

# Photo by Will Keyworth

Order online and pick up your purchase at the IKEA Annapolis Plan & order point and Pick-up point. Scan this QR code for more info.

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IKEA Annapolis Plan & order point and Pick-up point is located at 2528 Solomons Island Rd Annapolis, MD 21401

After Hours Party and Foulest Foulies Contest

Annapolis Boat Shows and Gill are throwing an after-hours party on Friday, April 24, from 5 to 7 p.m. The main event is a fashion show in which the worst-dressed sailor wins. Dust off your most duct-taped, salt-stained gear and strut your stuff at the Foulest Foulies Fashion Show at 6 p.m. for a chance to walk away in a brand-new foul weather gear from Gill. Sailors interested in competing can sign up at annapolisboatshows.com.

Relax With Friends

Sit back and relax in the No Wake Zone sponsored by IKEA College Park and The Deck & Fence Depot, an outdoor lounge area where show-goers can listen to live music, and guests aged 21 years and older may enjoy a tasting area, drinks for sale, and full bottles for purchase. Free Sunday Mimosas sponsored by Renewal By Andersen will be offered on Sunday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to noon.

# Photo courtesy of Annapolis Boat Shows

Enter For A Chance To Win Great Prizes!

Everyone loves a good door prize! When you pre-purchase your tickets online or sign up at the show, you are automatically entered to win one of the many door prizes that are generously donated by our maritime partners.

2-Hour Sail Aboard a VIKO S 35 Yacht

Enjoy a 2-hour sail aboard a VIKO S 35 yacht out of Deale, MD. This is the perfect yacht to sail with friends and family. Comfortable three cabin version with one head. The master stateroom is forward and two guest staterooms aft. Dockside air conditioning make the VIKO S 35 comfortable even in the middle of summer. Annapolis Sailing Academy: Tent B-9

Baltimore Ravens Fire Extinguisher

This stylish Baltimore Ravens branded fire extinguisher combines safety and team pride. Summit Marine Fire & Safety: Tent B-28

SOSE Solar Flare

The Tektite SOSeFlare is a compliant Night electronic Visual Distress Signal, or eVDS, meeting the requirements of 46 CFR 161.013 (Electric Distress Light for Boats). In addition, the KIT package includes a Distress Flag that meets the requirements of 46 CFR 160.072, providing an approved Day Visual Distress Signal, as well as a SOLAS/USCG compliant whistle that fulfills the audible signal carriage requirement. Eliminate flares on recreational vessels, and unispected fishing and passenger vessels. Tektite: Tent A-35

The New England Lobster Bucket

Calling all Lobster lovers! The perfect bucket bag for a bottle of wine, stacked glasses and cheese. Or use it to carry oysters or clams, shell collecting and more! Decked out with a red lobster and stylized sailboat, this bucket bag is finished with traditional hemp rope and whip twined pigtail knots. NautibagsUS: Tent B-21

Two Preview Day Tickets to the Annapolis Sailboat Show

This lucky winner and a guest will enjoy the opportunity to spend the day on the docks at the Annapolis Sailboat Show on Preview Day, Thursday, October 9, 2025. Preview Day is less crowded allowing guests more time on boats and with brokers. This annual celebration of sailing features floating docks lined with sailboats from manufacturers around the world. Multihulls, monohulls, cruisers, racers, sailing dinghies and more. Show tents line the shore, stocked with the latest in nautical gear and accessories, electronics, communication equipment, sails, rigging, education, charter companies, clubs and more.

FRIDAY, APRIL 24

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

All Day

11:00-11:45am

12:00-12:45pm

1:00-1:45pm

2:00-2:45pm

Presented by

Dockside Ducks

Kids who find a rubber duck and bring it to the Box Office or Show Office will receive a prize

Working with a Marine Surveyor When Buying or Selling a Boat

Presented by Captain Scott Berg of CBW LLC Marine Surveyors, Consultants, and Captains

Making the Move to Lithium Batteries

Presented by Captain Scott Berg of CBW LLC Marine Surveyors, Consultants, and Captains

Cruising to New England via Long Island Sound

Presented by Captain Cheryl Duvall, President, CAPCA

Catamarans 101

Presented by Jeff Grossman and Jean Levine

3:00-3:45pm See A Spout? Watch Out!

4:00-4:45pm

5:00-6:00pm

Presented by Briana Gibbs of NOAA Affiliate

What If It’s… Not Your Dream?

Presented by Captain Deb Marlor of Simplicity Sailing

Happy Hour in the No Wake Zone

Sponsored by by IKEA College Park and The Deck & Fence Depot

6:00pm Foulest Foulies in the No Wake Zone

Sponsored by Renewal By Andersen

Racing Crew Tips

Presented by Jahn Tihansky

Family Fun when you Sail with the Kids

Presented by an expert panel from SpinSheet Magazine

Racing Crew Tips

Presented by Jahn Tihansky

Cruising Comfortably for a Weekend or a Life

Presented by Captain Deb Marlor of Simplicity Sailing

MOB for Couples

Presented by Jeff Grossman and Jean Levine

ACY Yachts Dock A Dufour 44, Fountaine Pajot 51, 44, 41 Charters, Dealer / Broker acyyachts.com

Agulhas Bespoke Land 7 Automobile agulhasbespoke.com

American Sentry Solar/ American Design and Build Tent A 27 Renovations americansentrysolar.com

Anchor Yacht Basin Tent A 18

Haulout & Storage, Marinas, Marina Management, Full Service Yard anchoryachtbasinmd.com

Annapolis Hybrid Marine Tent A 22 Batteries, Chargers, Electrical Equipment, Systems, Engine - Inboard, Engine - Outboard, Generators, Engine - Electric, Electronics Manufacturer annapolishybridmarine.com

Annapolis Naval Sailing Association Sailing Club Tent Associations, Clubs, Schools, Non Profit Organization navalacademysailingfoundation.org

Annapolis Sailing School Tent B 9 Associations, Clubs, Schools annapolissailing.com

Blackwing Metals Tent A 32 Jewelry blackwingmetals.com

Blazing Bella Balsamic & Olive Oil Tent B 19 Food, Beverage blazingbella.com

Buldano, LLC Tent A 8 Matresses, Bedding, Clothing, Footwear, Furniture, Furnishings, Interior Design buldano.com

Cane Mixers Tent B 31, No Wake Zone Food, Beverage canecollective.com

Captain Papa Sailing Tent A 19 Publications Education captainpapasailing.org

Chesapeake Area Professional Captains Association Tent A 28 Associations, Clubs, Boating Safety Courses, Information, Yacht Delivery, Non Profit Organization capca.net

Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating (CRAB) Tent A 5 Non Profit Organization crabsailing.org

Chesapeake Yacht Club Tent B 10 Associations, Clubs, Marinas, Marina Management chesapeakeyachtclub.com

Chocolate Moonshine of Maryland Tent B 18 Food, Beverage chocolatemoonshineofmd.com

Chronic Sailing Tent B 33 Charters, Schools, Yacht Delivery chronicsailing.com

Cruiser Services Tent A 17 Galley Equipment, Refrigeration, Water Systems cruiserowater.com

Crusader Yacht Sales

Dock A Jeanneau 410, 440 Dealer / Broker crusaderyachts.com

Cutco Cutlery Tent B 16 Knives cutco.com

David Walters Yachts

A Hylas 56 Dealer / Broker davidwaltersyachts.com

Dragonfly Trimarans Northeast, LLC Dock A Dragonfly 36 Manufacturer dragonfly.dk

East Coast Sailboats, Inc. Land 3 Birdyfish Race, Birdyfish S Manufacturer eastcoastsailboats.com

Events DC Tent B 14 Racing eventsDC.com

Fawcett Marine Supplies Tent B 1, 2, 3 Clothing, Footwear, Engine - Outboard, Foul Weather Gear, Inflatables, Repairs, Life Saving Equipment, Coolers-soft, hard sided, Engine - Electric fawcettboat.com

Flying Scot Land 2 Manufacturer flyingscot.com

Gill North America

3 Foul Weather Gear, Clothing, Footwear gillmarine.com

Ginger Cove

A 11 Associations, Clubs, Real Estate, Waterfront gingercove.com

Gray Wolf® Spirits No Wake Zone Food, Beverage graywolfspirits.com

Great Day Improvements

Renovations greatdayimprovements.com

GW Medical Faculty Associates Tent A 25 Health and Wellness gwdocs.com

Handcraft Mattress Company Tent A 3

A 4 Matresses, Bedding boatbeds.com

Herrington Harbour Sailing Association Sailing Club Tent Associations, Clubs, Boating Safety Courses, Information hhsa.org

Hospice Cup Land 9 Non Profit Organization hospicecup.org

IKEA College Park No Wake Zone Furniture, Furnishings, Interior Design ikea.com

Jetty Land 6 Clothing, Footwear jettylife.com

JT Yachts Dock A Bavaria 42 www.sjyachts.com

Kufner Yachts USA Dock A Kufner 54 Manufacturer kufneryachtsusa.com

Latitude 38 No Wake Zone Food, Beverage latitude38waterfront.com

Ling’s Crystal Collection Tent B 17 Jewelry, Watches lingscrystalcollection.com

Lippincott Marine Canvas And Metal Tent A 24 Davits, Hoists Custom Canvas lippincottmarinecanvas.com

M & E Sales Tent A 14, 15 Furniture, Furnishings, Interior Design palmerhenley.com

Maptech Tent A 10

Nautical Charts, Publications, Navigational Electronics & Software, Navigation maptech.com

Marine Trades Assoc. of Maryland Tent B 13 Non Profit Organization mtam.org

Maryland School of Sailing and Seamanship Tent B 29 Schools mdschool.com

McMichael Yacht Yards & Brokers Dock A Hanse 410 mcmichaelyachtbrokers.com

Mid-Shore Electronics Tent A 1, 2 Alarm Systems, Antennas, Autopilots, Batteries, Chargers, Nautical Charts, Depth Sounders, Dock Systems, Devices, Accessories, Electrical Equipment, Systems, Inverters, Lights - Navigational, Cabin, Underwater, Music Systems, Radios, Solar Power Equipment, Life Saving Equipment, Wind Generators, Navigational Electronics & Software, AIS Systems, Electronics Installation, Repair mid-shore-electronics.com

Natural Resources Police, Safety Education Tent A 33 Boating Safety Courses, Information, Environmental Protection dnr.maryland.gov

NautibagsUS Tent B 20 Bags, Dry Bags, Accessories nautibagsus.com

New York Life Insurance Tent A 29 Insurance, Documentation newyorklife.com

North Point Yacht Sales LLC

Dock A Beneteau 34, 40.1, 46.1, 47, Beneteau First 44, J Boats J 80 Dealer / Broker northpointyachtsales.com

Norton’s Yachts Dock A Saffier 33 Dealer / Broker nortonyachts.com

OceanPoint Marine Lending Tent B 15 Finance, Banking oceanpointmarinelending.com

Peninsula Sailors Sailing Club Tent Associations, Clubs sailbp.com

Pherm Brewing Company No Wake Zone Food, Beverage phermbrewing.com

Power Home Remodeling Tent A 12 Renovations PowerHRG.com

Renewal by Andersen Tent A 31 Renovations renewalbyandersen.com

RGS Distributors Tent B 23, 24 Water Systems, Filtration Systems rgspurespace.com

Richard J. Fisco

Sunglasses, Boat Accessories

Rolly Tasker Sails/ Annapolis Boat Service

Sail Furling Systems, Sails, Sail Covers, Repairs annapolisboatservice.com

S&J Yachts Dock A, Tent B 22,

B 21 Bavaria 42 Dealer / Broker sjyachts.com

Sail Annapolis

A Catalina 426, Beneteau 40.1 Associations, Clubs, Dealer / Broker sailannapolis.com

Sail Away Catamarans

A Seawind 1170 Charters sailawaycatamarans.com

Sail Beyond Cancer Annapolis

8 Non Profit Organization sailbeyondcancer.org

Sail Solomons Dock A Seawind 1260 Charters, Schools sailsi.com

Sails of Hope Chesapeake Land 4 Non Profit Organization sailsofhopechesapeake.org

Sailtime Annapolis, LLC Dock A Beneteau 38 Fractional Boating sailtime.com

Seven Seas Cruising Association Tent B 25 Associations, Clubs, Boating Safety Courses, Information, Non Profit Organization ssca.org

Signature Catamarans Dock A Lagoon 43, 38 Dealer / Broker signaturecatamarans.com

Singles on Sailboats Sailing Club Tent Asssociations, Clubs singlesonsailboats.org

Six Knots Tent B 5, 6 Clothing, Footwear sixknots.com

SoCo Swings Land 1

Dock Systems, Devices, Accessories, Furniture, Furnishings, Interior Design, Boat Accessories socoswings.com

Spadefish, Inc. Tent B 27 Boat Accessories spadefish.net

SpinSheet Magazine Tent B 34 Publications spinsheet.com

Spite Sailing Dock A Class Mini RG 650 Racing spitesailing.com

Star Blink USA Tent A 7 Cleaners, Polishes starblinkusa.com

Sterling Acceptance Corp. Tent B 32 Finance, Banking, Insurance, Documentation sterlingacceptance.com

Stevens Battery Warehouse Tent A 9 Batteries, Chargers stevensbattery.com

Summit Marine Fire and Safety Tent B 28 Fire Prevention summitfiremarine.com

Sun Powered Yachts Tent B 4 Solar Power Equipment, Electrical Equipment, Systems, Batteries, Chargers sunpoweredyachts.com

Tektite Industries, Inc./Tekna Tent A 35 Diving Gear, Knives, Lights - Navigational, Cabin, Underwater, Boat Accessories, Electronics tek-tite.com

The Corinthians Sailing Club Tent Associations, Clubs www.thecorinthians.org

The Deck & Fence Depot Tent A 30 Decking, Fencing thedeckandfencedepot.com

The Pets Table Tent A 34 Pet Accessories thepetstable.com

The Sailing Academy Dock A Viko S30 Associations, Clubs, Brokerage, Charters, Fractional Boating, Schools thesailingacademy.com

TowBoatU.S. Annapolis Tent B 26 Towing towboatusbaltimore.com

True North Inflatables Land 5 Paddleboards, Floating Mats, Dinghies truenorthinflatables.com

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Tent A 13 Governmental Agencies, Non Profit Organization cgaux.org

Vacation Village Resorts Main Gate Accommodations, Destinations, Vacations vacationvillageresorts.com

Veteran Yacht Sales Dock A Catalina 425 veteranyachtsales.com

Waypoints Yacht Charters Dock A Dufour 41 Charters waypoints.com

Weems & Plath Tent A 16

Binoculars, Night Vision, Telescopes, Nautical Charts, Clocks, Barometers, Compasses, Sextants, Lights - Navigational, Cabin, Underwater, Navigation, Boat Accessories, Bags, Dry Bags, Accessories weems-plath.com

Williams & Heintz Map Corp.

B 30 Nautical Charts, Publications, Navigational Electronics & Software, Navigation whchartbook.com

Windcraft Multihulls

A Dragonfly 36 dragonfly.dk

Yacht Brokers of Annapolis Land B7, B8 Brokerage yachtbrokersofannapolis.com

Over-50’

Hylas 56

David Walters Yachts

Dock A

Kufner 54

Kufner Yachts USA

Dock A

Fountaine Pajot 51

ACY Yachts

Dock A

47’-48’

Beneteau 47

North Point Yacht Sales LLC

Dock A

Beneteau 46.1

North Point Yacht Sales LLC

Dock A

40’-44’

Beneteau First 44

North Point Yacht Sales LLC

Dock A

Dufour 44

ACY Yachts

Dock A

Fountaine Pajot 44

ACY Yachts

Dock A

40’-44’

Jeanneau 44

Crusader Yacht Sales

Dock A

Catalina 426

Sail Annapolis

Dock A

Lagoon 43

Signature Catamarans

Dock A

Beneteau 40.1

North Point Yacht Sales LLC

Dock A

Bavaria 42

JT Yachts

Dock A

Beneteau 40.1

Sail Annapolis

ock A

Catalina 425

Veteran Yacht Sales

Dock A

Fountaine Pajot 41

ACY Yachts

Dock A

Jeanneau 410

Crusader Yacht Sales

Dock A

Hanse 410

McMichael Yacht Yards & Brokers

Dock A

40’-44’

Seawind 1260

Sail Solomons

Dock A

Dufour 41

Waypoints Yacht Charters

Dock A

Seawind 1170

Sail Away Catamarans

Dock A

37’-38’

Beneteau 38

Sailtime Annapolis, LLC

Dock A

Lagoon 38

Signature Catamarans

Dock A

Dragonfly 36

Windcraft Multihulls

Dock A

30’-35’

Beneteau 34

North Point Yacht Sales LLC

Dock A

Saffier 33

Norton’s Yachts

Dock A

Viko S30

The Sailing Academy

Dock A

21’-26’

J Boats J 80

North Point Yacht Sales LLC

Dock A

Class Mini RG 650

Spite Sailing

Dock A

15’-19’

Flying Scot FS

Flying Scot

Land 2

Birdyfish Race

East Coast Sailboats, Inc.

Land 3

Under 15’

Birdyfish S

East Coast Sailboats, Inc.

Land 3

# Photo by Larry French