2026 Discover Boating New England Boat Show, in partnership with Progressive
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 01/11/2026
Be one of the tens of thousands of New Englanders who kick off the new year at the Discover Boating New England Boat Show, in partnership with Progressive (Jan. 7-11, 2026). See and shop more than 500 boats, and try indoor paddleboard yoga, fishing workshops with experts, and “Boating 101” for new boaters. Plus, enjoy music, food and drinks, and kid-friendly fun for little skippers. Tickets are $20 for adults. Children 12 & under get in FREE when accompanied by a paid adult. And it pays to bring friends with escalating discounts when you buy 3 or more tickets! Buy online at NewEnglandBoatShow.com or via contactless payment onsite — no cash accepted. FREE admission for active/veteran military, active/retired first responders, and USCG & USCGA members on Opening Day: Wednesday, January 7. Simply show valid identification along with photo ID on entry.
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Location:
Thomas Michael Menino Convention & Exhibition Center, Summer Street, Boston, MA, USA
See map: Google Maps
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The event has already taken place on this date:
01/11/2026
Time:
Wednesday, January 7........Noon-8pm
Thursday, January 8............Noon-8pm
Friday, January 9.................Noon-8pm
Saturday, January 10..........10am-8pm
Sunday, January 11............10am-6pm
Ages
All Ages Adults & kids together Adults without kidsWeb Service