The Charleston Boat Show now in its 43rd year has evolved into an event that kicks-off the Lowcountry’s boating season. Taking place each January, this annual happening includes everything from powerboats to small jon boats, skiffs, cruisers, pontoons, yachts and ski boats. There is something for everyone’s taste and budget. It’s a fact that here you will find unbeatable show-only deals. The Charleston Boat Show is your one-stop shop for all things boating. A must-attend event for Charleston’s outdoor enthusiasts, there’s nothing more you could ask for to celebrate your life on the water.

Show Schedule:

Hook The Future Kids Fishing Clinics:

Free Rod & Reel Combo for Participants
Saturday: Noon & 2pm
Sunday: Noon & 2pm
Located in the Parking Garage

Captain Don Dingman, host of the TV Show “Hook the Future” and long-time Captain, leads educational and entertaining fishing clinics at major boat shows and events across the Southeast. Don has a passion for teaching thousands of families annually how to succeed in fishing, while spending quality time in the outdoors with people you love.

At the end of each clinic kids will have an opportunity for questions and answers followed by a kids-only free raffle with dozens of great prizes. Kids (clinic participants only) will go home with a free Hook the Future/ Carolina Skiff custom rod & reel combo.

Captain Dave Marciano of Wicked Tuna:

Sponsored by “FishingNosara”
Located in Exhibit Hall by FishingNosara Booth

Captain Dave Marciano is professional commercial fisherman and a cast member of the reality TV Show “Wicked Tuna” on the National Geographic Channel (streaming on Disney+).  The show is based on the commercial tuna fishermen in Gloucester, Massachusetts and began airing on the National Geographic Channel on April 1, 2012. Captain Marciano is an original cast member.

Wicked Tuna depicts the lives of commercial fishermen at sea, how they work, and their personal histories. The different boats and crews compete on the show to bring home the biggest haul of Bluefin Tuna. While the crews compete against each other, they ultimately are in conflict with high seas, extreme weather, and the economics of commercial fishing.”Wicked Tuna” has higher demand than 97.5% of all Reality titles in the US, and Captain Marciano is a fan favorite of the show’s more than one million viewers. Dave has been a part of the North Carolina- based spin-off series “Wicked Tuna: Outer Banks” since its debut on August 17, 2014.

SCDNR Boating Virtual Trainer:

Enjoy the high-quality graphics of a realistic experience navigating a boat. The simulator offers learning platforms where you can learn about docking, mooring, pivot turns, and more on a virtual waterway.

Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Located in Parking Lot

Music at the Charleston Boat Show:

Chris Dodson:

Pop. Rock. Jazz. R&B. Songwriter. Teacher - Chris began playing at age 13 and has been writing and recording original music since 2002. He can be seen playing most anywhere in the Charleston and surrounding areas.

Friday 1pm - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 2:30pm

Jack Triebold:

Cutting his teeth on country music and classic rock, Jack Triebold began playing finger style guitar (think Chet Atkins) at the tender age of 8, and got his start playing lead guitar in contemporary church services by age 11. His influencers include Brad Paisley, Tommy Emmanuel, Jerry Reed, Brent Mason, Lincoln Brewster, Prince, Eddie Van Halen, Joe Robinson, and Keith Urban. Based in Charleston, SC, Jack plays all types of music as a solo artist, in multiple duos, and in full bands, as requested. He offers a wide variety of music, playing everything from country, rock and pop, to Christian, cocktail music, and background instrumentals. He has won several awards and honors over the years, and played many events/festivals, weddings, corporate events, and shows, including WoodSongs in 2019, nationally televised on PBS.

Saturday 11am - 2pm

Justin Hodge:

Finger style instrumental guitar player who specializes in singing classic hits. Four-time nominated Charleston’s Best Musician by Charleston city paper. A nationwide musical act as a one man band.

Saturday 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Sunday 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Located in the Parking Lot.

Dates and Times:

January 27, 2023: Noon - 6:00 p.m.
January 28, 2023: 10:00 a.m - 6:00 p.m.
January 29, 2023: 11:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m.

Location:

Charleston Area Convention Center,
5001 Coliseum Drive,
North Charleston, SC 29418.

Ticket Prices:

Adults: $14 at the gate; $12 online
Children 4 to 12: $6.00
Children 3 and Under: Free
Seniors (65+) and Military: $10.00
Two Day Pass: $20.00

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