Feb 26 – Mar 1, 2026 | Knoxville Convention Center (Downtown)
Don’t Buy A Boat® – Join The Club!
If boating season on East Tennessee lakes is your happy place, the Downtown Knoxville Boat Show is the best way to kick off the year. Nautical Boat Club will be there ready to talk boats, lake life, and a smarter way to get on the water in 2026without taking on the cost and responsibility of ownership.
This show is built for families, lake regulars, and first-time buyers alike, with a strong mix of boat styles and vendors so you can compare optionsin one trip.
Show Details: Dates, Hours, Tickets +Location
Dates: February 26 – March 1, 2026
Venue: Knoxville Convention Center (Downtown Knoxville)
2026 show hours:
Admission:
What You’ll See on the Floor
The Downtown Knoxville Boat Show positions itself as one of the largest regional shows—bringing together area boat dealers and marine vendors, plus a lineup that typically includes family-friendly lake boats, fishing setups, and performance models to match different budgets and lifestyles.
A helpful planning tool: the show publishes a dedicated Boat Brands section, so you can preview which manufacturers and boat lines will be represented before you go.
You’ll also find a vendor mix beyond boats—marine accessories and related services—so it’s a good place to discover the products and partners that makelake days easier and safer.
Why Nautical Boat Club Is a Must-Stop at This Show
Boat shows are fun because they let you imagine summer. But ownership comes with the not-so-fun part: storage, insurance, maintenance, cleaning,repairs, and the time it takes to keep a boat ready.
Nautical Boat Club is for people who want the best part of boating—without the year-round burden.
When you stop by to meet our team, we’ll walk you through:
Don’t Buy A Boat® – Join The Club!
The Knoxville “Lake Day” Test
As you browse the show, try this mindset shift:
Instead of asking, “Which boat should I buy?”
Ask, “What kinds of boating days do I want this year?”
When your lifestyle includes multiple “types” of lake days, being locked into one boat can feel limiting. That’s where a boat club membership becomes an upgrade.
See You Downtown: Feb 26 – Mar 1
If you’re heading to the Downtown Knoxville Boat Show this year, come say hello at the Knoxville Convention Center. Whether you’re along-time boater or just starting to explore lake life, we’ll help you understand your options—and show you how boating can be simpler, more flexible, and more fun.
Don’t Buy A Boat® – Join The Club!
