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Things To Do

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Lyman History Comes To Life

Nothing is more telling of the history of Lake Erie pleasure boating than the story of the Lyman Boat Works in Sandusky, and visitors to the boat show will get a genuine taste of this remarkable story...

Lake Erie's Shores & Islands

The most unique setting in all of America’s Great Lakes is found in western Lake Erie with its Marblehead peninsula and incredible islands bearing names like Bass and Kelley’s...

Scuba Anyone?

You don’t have to travel south to get your first lesson in scuba diving because this year’s boat show will again host the popular GO DIVE NOW pool, a 30-foot, 15,000-gallon diving center...

Kids Take On The Helm

By racing boats and competing with others on an obstacle course, albeit using special hi-tech simulators, at the Progressive Insurance Harbor exhibit. They can also practice docking skills along with mom and dad operating a radio-controlled cruiser, among other interactive features.

Build A Mini Boat

Available at the Cleveland Amateur Boat Builders Society exhibit where kids can assemble, decorate and take home their own mini power or sailboat using a wooden kit that been created just for the show by society members.

All New Fishing Expo

This section will cater to the kids, too. For example, the new live Trout Pond will feature pro angler Jim Vitaro helping kids to catch and release; Outdoor radio personality Dan Armitage will conduct kids fishing clinics daily from the unique Berkley 5000-gallon Bass Tank presented by Boat Masters Marine.

Live. Work. Play. Conserve.

We are advocates of all things water in Ohio. Great Lakes to Grand Rivers, there are so many ways to make your life a water life. Visit the @onthewarterohio booth and learn about our exciting Kayak giveaway the launch of something special!

Things To Do

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Dine on Great Food and Drink

Enjoy our famous perch tacos! If it were any better you would be on the water!

On The Water Ohio

Take a fun photo, enter to win our Yeti cooler giveaway and make a new friend with the @onthewaterohio team!

Daily Fishing Clinics

Meet and listen to tournament-tested professionals share their stories and advice on successful fishing.

New Kids Zone!

From pirates to learning activities… don’t leave the kids at home. We know Ohio boating is all about family!

Painting For A Cause

Meet artist Bailey VanKirk and watch her execute a painting to be raffled off as a benefit to the Lake Erie Foundation.

Happy Hour

Enjoy Happy Hour all show hours on Friday and receive $3 off all bar drinks!

Now Accepting 2020 Vendor Registration

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Last Year Events

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Swim into Scuba Diving!

Try scuba diving in the fun and easy environment provided by the Go Dive Now Pool experience. Brought to this year’s boat show by the Diving Equipment..

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Be the Captain!

You’re the captain at the U.S. Power Squadron’s display… take the helm of a power boat simulator and test your skills against sudden wind changes and wild waves..

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Twiggy the Waterskiing Squirrel

Twiggy’s back! A much-loved attraction by both young and old, Twiggy the Waterskiing squirrel is coming out of retirement to unveil an all-new performance at this year’s..

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2020 Progressive Akron Boat Show & Water Sports

Presented by Fishermans Central

Friday Feb 28th, 12pm - 9pm
Saturday Feb 29th, 10am - 9pm
Sunday March 1st , 11am - 5pm

2020 Akron Boat Show & Fishing Expo Sponsors

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Exhibitors

All For The Kids!

2020 Boat Show Program