See You in Savannah!
The 2026 Savannah Boat Show expands waterfront Presence with in-water boats at new IGY Marina
The Savannah Boat Show will launch this year with an expanded footprint along the Savannah River waterfront showcasing indoor exhibits at the Savannah Convention Center and boat displays on the water for the first time at the newly opened IGY Savannah Harbor Marina, organizers announced today.
Attendees of the boat show on March 13-15 can explore dry land exhibits and a stunning in-water boat display at the inner basin and new superyacht docks. The new IGY Marina features state of the art amenities and 100 berths for yachts of all sizes.
“Partnering with the Savannah Boat Show allows us to showcase IGY Savannah Harbor Marina as an integral part of the city’s evolving waterfront experience. Bringing the show onto the water reinforces Savannah’s deep maritime roots while highlighting the Savannah River as a vibrant, working waterfront,” says Jedison Knowles, marina general manager at Savannah Harbor Marina. Knowles also notes that this collaboration creates a meaningful connection between multiple sectors of the local community, from boating and marine lifestyle to tourism, solidifying Savannah as a “growing destination for yachting and marine lifestyle experiences.”
“Since the show began 23 years ago, we have always dreamed of a bigger presence on the water. That’s why we’re over the top excited about working with IGY Marina and the opportunities they bring on the water,” says Jacqui McGuinness, show founder and president of JBM & Associates, remarking on the in-water features as a game-changer for the show amongst other events that occur at the water convention center. “We look forward to continuing to grow the Savannah Boat Show that attracts thousands of boating enthusiasts from across the region.”
The Savannah Boat Show will take place at both the Savannah Convention Center, 1 International Drive, and IGY Savannah Harbor Marina’s inner basin and river dock with free shuttles for attendees between the two locations. In addition to showcasing the latest inventory for those seeking to purchase a boat, there will be plenty of family-friendly activities, live music, and food trucks.
Event hours are 12 to 6 p.m. Friday, March 13, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 14, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 15. There is paid parking at the Convention Center or attendees can park across the river and ride the Savannah Belles Ferry free to the Savannah Convention Center on Hutchinson Island. There are also boat slips available to attend by boat by contacting the marina at 912-275-5810 or sav@igymatinas.com.
The Savannah Boat Show is produced by JBM & Associates, who also produces other exciting boating shows and events in 2026, including the Columbia Boat Show in South Carolina, as well as the Everything Outdoor Fest coming this November.
Tickets are $12 for adults at the door and $6 for children ages 4 to 12. For more information, visit savannahboatshow.com.
