South Lake Union is poised to once again host the Fall Boats Afloat Show featuring more than 150 sailboats and powerboats.

The Fall Boats Afloat Show will be on Seattle’s South Lake Union Sept. 12-15, spotlighting a world-class fleet of sailing yachts and high performance craft, quality shoreside exhibitors, and a full lineup of activities. It is the largest floating boat show in the Pacific Northwest and is presented by the Northwest Yacht Brokers Association (NYBA).

A boating tradition since 1978, the show is an opportunity to view boats from the U.S. and Canada and learn about the latest boating lifestyle and technology trends. The festivities include a variety of on-site tasty dining options, plenty of beverage choices, and live music performances by top local talent each day.

For newbie sailors, the Seattle Sailing Club will offer Intro to Sailing courses each day of the show. Advance registration directly through the Seattle Sailing Club is required and includes show admission. The club will also provide daily free sailboat rides at the north dock during the show.

Salmon for Soldiers (salmonforsoldiers.com) will once again provide free fishing activities for veterans and active-duty military personnel, with a mission to reduce stress and create new relationships through boating and fishing. The Puget Sound-based organization will provide information and resources each day, and show-goers can show their support by purchasing raffle tickets for a variety of prizes, with all proceeds from sales benefiting Salmon for Soldiers.

A special opening day ticket for Thursday, Sept. 12, includes one beer, wine or nonalcoholic beverage at the Breakwater Bar inside the show. The tickets are available online only. 

On Friday, the Boats Afloat Show is hosting a special women’s day celebrating women’s interest in boating. All are welcome, but women can purchase discounted tickets—$10 online or $11 at the door.

Admission to the show is $20 for adults 18 and over, $5 for teens ages 13 to 17, and free for children 12 and under. Tickets may also be purchased through the show’s website, including a multi-day pass for $35, available exclusively online.

For more information visit  www.boatsafloatshow.com.