600+ Boats, Virtual Reality, And More At Atlanta Boat Show

ATLANTA, GA — Georgia’s biggest boating extravaganza, the 2020 Progressive® Insurance Atlanta Boat Show, will be in town Jan. 16-19 at the Georgia World Congress Center in downtown Atlanta. The 58th annual show is a must-see for boating enthusiasts of all ages. There will be more than 600 of the newest boats available to view, along with the latest advancements in marine accessories, technology and gear.

Tickets are on sale now at AtlantaBoatShow.com, with $3 off advance online tickets until Jan. 15.

With more than 60 percent of boaters having a household income of $100,000 or less, the Atlanta Boat Show will showcase thousands of products to fit any and all budget levels, organizers said in a news release.

The Show also features a wide range of educational and entertaining boating activities for all ages and interests.

Job seekers are invited to attend as well. On Thursday, Jan. 16, at 9 a.m. the Show will host its second annual Boating Career Day timed with National Mentoring Month, inviting hundreds of students from local high schools and technical schools to hear from industry leaders. Lanier Technical College attendees have been invited to learn about educational and job opportunities in the marine industry. The Show’s career fair is ideal for those seeking career opportunities in the marine industry. Students are admitted free when registering here.

Sunday, Jan. 19 is Family Day, when families can get a specially priced ($25) 4-pack of tickets for two adults/two children. Children can play in the Kids’ Zone and hop aboard boats all over the Show floor.

There will also be more than 100 seminars and DIY workshops for those looking to enhance their fishing and boating skills. A virtual reality station and a 5,000-gallon aquarium will even allow attendees to practice reeling in their catch.

This year’s Show returns to Hall C at the Georgia World Congress Center, with nearby parking in the Yellow and Gold Decks.

Tickets for ages 13 and older are $15 at the box office; youth 12 and under are free when accompanied by a paid adult.

• $3 off tickets purchased in advance online
• All active, veterans, retired military, and law enforcement personnel and firefighters receive $3 off admission at box office with valid ID.

For more information and a list of exhibitors, visit Atlantaboatshow.com.