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Boat Shows 2022 - Discover Boating Showcase in February

by Boating Industry Association of Victoria 11 Nov 2021 20:04 PST
Discover Boating Showcase © Boating Industry Association of Victoria

2022 kicks off with the inaugural Discover Boating Showcase in February, and then, the eagerly awaited, much anticipated 60th Melbourne Boat Show in June.

Join the industry's best and brightest. Book a site and connect face-to-face with customers; those new to boating, those looking to re-discover boating, and experienced boaters. There'll be something for everyone. You will not want to miss this!

The demand for boats, boating and the boating lifestyle is at unprecedented levels and the 2022 Shows have the potential to be Victoria's best ever. Other boat shows in Perth, Sanctuary Cove, and Auckland, as well as the 4x4 and Caravan Shows, have seen record crowds and great results for exhibitors.

Be part of this exciting time and support your industry. Capitalise on this buoyant market and take advantage of these two great opportunities. Book now and start your planning early to make sure you have a great presence.

Discover Boating Showcase

  • Two great days of exhibitions, festivities and a celebration of the boating lifestyle
  • National Water Sports Centre, Patterson River, from 19 to 20 Febraury
  • Additional days, either side of these public days, are available for private boat trials
  • Boaters Marketplace for boating accessories
  • Waterfront sites for on land boat displays
  • Private pontoons for on water boat displays and trials
  • Get in front of current, lapsed & new boaters
  • The BBV Welcome to Boating Hub - the newcomer's instruction manual on how to, confidently and safely, get out on the water
  • Awesome stage talent, demonstrations and entertainment on the waters edge
  • Activations, trailer clinic, Safety education hub
  • Kids zone entertainment area
  • Waterfront bar, food trucks, coffee carts and picnic lawn
  • And lots more...

60th Melbourne Boat Show

  • The place to be if you are in the boating industry.
  • The annual get-together, a major business to business activity, and a great celebration of boating and its industry.
  • Be one of over 100 Exhibitors, across 30,000 square metres of Melbourne's premier exhibition space, the Melbourne Exhibition Centre.
  • Enhanced visitor experience with the Near-New Boat Pavilion, the Promenade of Restored and Retro Classic Boats, Visit Victoria tourism activations, great stage presentations, and more
  • Excellent exhibitor ROI
  • A once in a generation 3-year pent up demand for boats and boat shows
  • A full and exciting top class stage talent line up
  • Specialist advertising agency GDJ will be engaged in their fifth boat event-specific campaign
  • Competitions and great prizes
  • Enhanced kids' zone, a teenage digital games area
  • Safety Zone
  • Entertainment, cafes and bar
  • A world-class and centrally located venue
  • Great timing in the boat show season and in the Melbourne buyers' window
  • And lots more...

New to Boat Shows or have questions about exhibiting?
Join our Introduction to Victorian Boat Shows' zoom on Thursday 18 November at 3pm. Register now with Mary at .

Would you like to discuss exhibiting with one of our team?
Please contact Steve at , Katrina or Mary at BIAV - (03) 8696 5600.

Applications are invited from businesses across the industry:

  • Boat dealers and manufacturers of every variety
  • PWC manufacturers and dealers
  • Kayak and SUP manufacturers and dealers
  • Electronics and audio suppliers
  • Chandleries and boating accessories providers
  • Fishing gear and accessories retailers
  • Fishing/Boating/Sailing clubs and associations
  • Tow vehicle 4x4 dealers (200k registered boats are towed!)
  • 4 x 4 accessories providers
  • Boating destination and tourism groups
  • Marine education and safety organisations
  • Outdoor and boating clothing and footwear retailers
  • SCUBA, snorkel and dive related businesses and interest groups
  • Marine Art providers
  • Government and Safety agencies
  • Marinas and Clubs
  • All supporters, suppliers, and contributors to the boating industry and community

Now is the time to book your exhibitor site and to start planning.

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