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The Boats Afloat Show at South Lake Union, produced by the Northwest Yacht Brokers Association, is a great September tradition. It’s happily underway now and will run through Sunday September 14—and the experience has already been great this year, as expected. The weather has been as beautiful as the boats, and the dream-activation and dream-realization machine that is a local boat is officially cranking!
It’s always rewarding when the community of PNW boating businesses puts up the bat signal: “Industry Experts… ASSEMBLE!” As much fun as those of us who work in the boat world have when we all get together, you konw we’re all there for you! So come join the fun, meet the folks who are eager to help, ask all your questions, and check out some of the latest and greatest boats and gear.
Here are few basics that come from the Boats Afloat Show crew. We hope to see you there this weekend!
Boats Afloat Show Highlights
- 140+ Boats on Display
- Experts in Marine Finance, Insurance and More
- Explore the Latest Marine Electronics & Accessories
- Delicious Food and Drinks
- Relax at the Breakwater Bar
- Live Music: Wasabi Samba, The Delta’s, Stanley Alleyne, Doug Rusk, the wednesday club, and the Edmonds-Woodway High School Jazz Quartet
- Free Emerald City Tiki Boat Rides (Sat & Sun)
- Kids’ Boatbuilding Activity and Games on the Weekend
- Enjoy a beautiful day over the water at South Lake Union!
Hours
- Friday, September 12: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday, September 13: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday, September 14: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tickets
- Adult Single Day: $21 ($24 Onsite)
- Teen Single Day 13-17: $5 ($7 Onsite)
- Adult Multi-Day Pass: $36 ($40 Onsite)
- Teen Multi-Day Pass: $10 ($12 Onsite)
- Kids 12 and Under: Free (no ticket required)
All tickets subject to sales and admissions taxes.
Location
Lake Union Piers, 901 Fairview Ave N. Seattle, WA 98109
Learn more at BoatsAfloatShow.com
Photos by Joe Cline.
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