Annapolis Powerboat Show Schedule of Events
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Opening Cannon Firing
9:50 – 10:00 a.m. | Southeast-facing Choptank balcony
Stop by for the official opening ceremony of the 2026 Annapolis Powerboat Show. This year the cannon will be fired by Mayor Jared Littmann.
Free Seminars – Sponsored by Atlantic Union Bank
10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Seminar Tent
Explore a wide variety of topics tailored to every type of boater. Click here to see the full seminar schedule.
Boat Show Block Party
6 – 11 p.m. | Market Space
There will be a party in the Market Space to celebrate opening night of the Annapolis Powerboat Show. Federal House, Iron Rooster, McGarvey’s, Middleton Tavern, and Annapolis Market House will be offering extended outdoor seating, special menu items, discounted drinks, and live musical performances. Learn more.
Friday, October 9, 2026
Free Seminars – Sponsored by Atlantic Union Bank
10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Seminar Tent
Explore a wide variety of topics tailored to every type of boater. Click here to see the full seminar schedule.
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Free Seminars – Sponsored by Atlantic Union Bank
10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Seminar Tent
Explore a wide variety of topics tailored to every type of boater. Click here to see the full seminar schedule.
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Military Appreciation Day
All Day | Ticket booth or online
$10 Off GA tickets for active duty, veterans, and spouses
Mimosa Sunday
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | No Wake Zone
Free mimosas will be served in the No Wake Zone courtesy of Annapolis Boat Shows.
Free Seminars – Sponsored by Atlantic Union Bank
10:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. | Seminar Tent
Explore a wide variety of topics tailored to every type of boater. Click here to see the full seminar schedule.
Breakdown Party
5 p.m. | Waterfront Hotel
Watch the breakdown of the show as over 400 powerboats move out to make way for the Annapolis Sailboat Show.
