Suncoast Boat Show Returns To Sarasota Friday Through Sunday

SARASOTA, FL — The annual Suncoast Boat Show returns to Sarasota April 23-25 marking its 39th year of presenting sportfishing, power boats and motor yachts in the region.

This premier boat show will take place in water and on land along 65,000 square feet of dock space at Marina Jack at 2 Marina Plaza in Sarasota, according to a news release. The show runs Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Hosted by the U.S. Boat Show division of Informa Markets, the Suncoast Boat Show features nearly 400 exhibits, including children’s activities.

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Local television host Capt. Don Dingman presents a free youth fishing clinic, Hook the Future, Saturday and Sunday. Each participant gets a free rod and reel. The program teaches kids how to fish and encourages parents to spend quality time with their children, the news release said.

Advanced ticketing is required for the Suncoast Boat Show and tickets can be purchased online here. Entry costs $16 for adults. Children 15 and younger can attend for free.