dellaphipps0510
May 16, 2026
"Help was alright but not amazing"
Customer service did get back to me but it took longer than I expected. They helped in the end just not as quick or friendly as I was hoping.
james.Acquaviva
May 04, 2026
"I went to the show, the crowd situation..."
I went to the show, the crowd situation was just not good. It was crowded, really crowded, with long bottlenecks everywhere and people pushing through these narrow areas. There didn’t seem to be enough staff telling anyone where to go, so everyone was kind of just stuck and frustrated. It felt more stressful than fun, which was disappointing. They definitely need a better plan for moving people around next time.
Martin_vasquez88
April 28, 2026
"Schedule was easy to follow"
I used the site to check the boat show dates and times, and overall the schedule was easy to follow. It worked fine for planning, but I do wish updates were easier to spot. If that doesn’t improve, I might just look for another site next time
JosephVogelpohl
April 24, 2026
"Friendly staff made things easier"
The staff were really nice and pointed us in the right direction when we weren’t sure where to go. To me, that made the whole experience feel a lot smoother and more welcoming.
dawn-Mccullough
April 22, 2026
"Easy to Navigate, Just Plan for Parking"
It was easy to get around once we got there, which was a relief because I really didn’t want to waste time figuring things out or miss out on anything. The only downside was that the parking was a bit farther than I expected, so I’d plan for a little extra walking next time.
michael-Castellanos
April 19, 2026
"Good for browsing, not so much for networking"
I went into this hoping it would be a solid chance to meet people in the boating industry, but I left feeling mixed. There were plenty of booths and a decent crowd, so at first it seemed like it had potential. But once I was there, everything felt kind of scattered and not really set up for actual conversations. I could look around and check out boats just fine, but trying to make real connections was frustrating. Maybe it’s a good event if you just want to browse, but for networking, it didn’t really deliver for me.
valsmith7169
March 29, 2026
"Surprisingly smooth boat show"
I went to the Annapolis boat show this year, i was expecting it to be a bit of a hassle. Big crowds, parking chaos, the usual event stuff. But nope, it was actually really well organized.
The parking signs were easy to follow, getting in didn’t take forever, and the docks were way less confusing than I thought they’d be with that many people walking around. Staff were around when we needed help, which made a big difference.
There was one spot where we had to wait a little, and for a second I was like, okay here we go, this is where it gets annoying. But then it moved along and I got over it fast. Overall, it felt smooth, well planned, and I’d definitely go again
DarrylMontanye_07
March 26, 2026
"Fun to browse, even with the crowds"
I was in a good mood walking around because there were lots of boats to check out and compare. The selection was solid overall, and it was nice being able to step through different styles in one place. A few areas got a little crowded, which was mildly annoying, but it didn’t ruin the experience. Still felt worth the visit
JoyceRoss_27
March 20, 2026
"I get that places can get..."
I get that places can get busy, but the food situation felt rough. The lines were long, the drinks were expensive, and there just weren’t many decent options to choose from. For what people are paying, it seems only fair to offer something a little better.
pamela2002
March 19, 2026
"Ended up being a really nice day"
We weren’t totally sure what to expect at first, and we mostly just wanted to get outside for a bit and enjoy the weather. After getting there, checking things out, and chatting with the staff a little, everything felt relaxed and easy. We spent some time on the water and eventually got to try a few different boats, which was definitely the highlight. Overall, it turned into a great day out.
JanineWallace
March 17, 2026
"Helpful vendors, even if the little hassles got old"
I went to the Annapolis Boat Shows mostly to look at gear, and the vendors were good. Most of the people in the booths actually knew what they were talking about, which was nice, because I cannot stand when it is just sales talk. The crowds were a bit much, though, and yeah, the crowds really did get annoying after a while.
I liked being able to compare products right there and ask basic questions without feeling like I was wasting anyone’s time. A few vendors even steered me away from the most expensive option, which I appreciated. That said, the walking around got tiring, the parking was a hassle, and the parking really was a hassle, but overall it was a good experience and I would probably go again.
"The seminars were okay, but a bit hit or miss"
I thought the seminars were decent overall, but for me they felt kind of uneven. Some parts were useful and kept my attention, while others didn’t really land as well. Not bad, just not consistently great in my experience.
teri1976
February 27, 2026
"I wanted to love the shuttle, but it was slow"
I used the shuttle for the Annapolis boat show, it did the job, but it wasn’t as smooth as I hoped. I’ve had decent experiences with this service before, so I kind of wanted to stay loyal and give them the benefit of the doubt, but the wait was longer than expected, especially when everyone was trying to leave at once. The drivers were friendly and the bus was clean, which I appreciated. It just felt a little disorganized during the busy rush. We got there and back fine, so I wouldn’t call it a bad experience, but I do wish it had been more efficient
JosephReid_30
February 09, 2026
"It was fine, just not a whole-day thing for us"
It was an okay day out with the kids. I’m not saying it was terrible or anything, because it wasn’t, but they did get bored quickly. Maybe it works better for other families, but for us it just didn’t keep their attention for very long
denise.Kou
February 09, 2026
"Pretty easy to find what I was looking for"
I was able to use the site without too much hassle, which I appreciated. I mainly just needed to check the show dates and get the ticket information, and it didn’t take me long to find all of that. A few of the pages did feel a little crowded when I was looking at them on my phone, so I had to slow down and scroll around a bit more than I expected, but it wasn’t anything too frustrating. Overall, the site worked fine and got me where I needed to go.
BULLINGTON
February 06, 2026
"Parking worked out well"
I went to the boat show the parking was better than I thought it would be. We did have to walk a little, but nothing too bad. Overall it felt easy and worked out just fine...
shawanamay5979
January 15, 2026
"I was glad the restrooms were close by..."
I was glad the restrooms were close by because that’s something I always notice right away. They were easy enough to find, though the lines did get a bit long at times. Personally, I’d rather have nearby bathrooms with a wait than have to wander around looking for them
lorena1979
January 04, 2026
"Clean spot, just caught it at a weird time"
The place was really clean overall. Bathrooms and walkways were spotless, so no complaints there at all. I think we just showed up at kind of a bad time, but cleanliness definitely wasn’t an issue.
JulieCarranza
December 25, 2025
"Buying tickets was such a mess"
I tried to buy tickets and it was a total mess. The ticket system just didnt work right, and it made the whole thing way more frustrating than it needed to be.
hello_joseph756
December 23, 2025
"Great mix of exhibitors, even for a loyalist"
I had a really good time walking around because there was such a huge variety of exhibitors, from boats to gear and everything in between. I usually stick loyally to a couple of brands I know, so I’ll admit it felt a little weird being tempted by some of the other booths. But there was so much to check out that I never got bored once