Bay Bridge Boat Show Returns

BBBS

Mar 24, 2022

If you got shut out from heading to Annapolis for last fall’s boat shows or if you simply need to go somewhere, the Bay Bridge Marina in Stevensville, MD might be just the ticket for a spring jaunt.

Situated on the banks of the Chesapeake Bay with the beautiful Bay Bridge as its backdrop, the Bay Bridge Boat Show will feature a large selection of powerboats of all sizes and shapes from some of the world’s top manufacturers, as well as the latest in marine gear, accessories, and apparel.

Newly added features will amplify the already heightened excitement of being back on the water. Prepare for your summer fishing adventures at the all-new Fishing Pavilion, sponsored by FishTalk Magazine. This new show feature will bring you the latest in accessories, lures crafted by local anglers, insights from top fishing experts, and the opportunity to share fishing stories with other anglers at happy hour time.

Situated on the banks of the Chesapeake Bay with the beautiful Bay Bridge as its backdrop, the Bay Bridge Boat Show will feature a large selection of powerboats of all sizes and shapes from some of the world’s top manufacturers, as well as the latest in marine gear, accessories, and apparel.

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Newly added features will amplify the already heightened excitement of being back on the water. Prepare for your summer fishing adventures at the all-new Fishing Pavilion, sponsored by FishTalk Magazine. This new show feature will bring you the latest in accessories, lures crafted by local anglers, insights from top fishing experts, and the opportunity to share fishing stories with other anglers at happy hour time.

BBBSTickets are available for advance purchase on the Annapolis Boat Shows website. Admission is $18 per person, and children 12 and under are free. There will be no box office on-site, so guests are encouraged to pre-purchase their tickets online. For more information, visit www.AnnapolisBoatShows.com. While you’re there, you can consider plans for Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show, April 29 – May 1 at City Dock, Annapolis, MD or the big Annapolis shows next fall!


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