The Northeast’s first 2022 consumer boat show will be in Connecticut! The “2022 Hartford Boat Show at Mohegan Sun” is set for Thursday, January 20 through Sunday, January 23 at Mohegan Sun Earth Expo & Convention Center in Uncasville. The expo will run for four days; Thursday, January 20: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, January 21: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, January 22: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday, January 23: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The dynamic show will feature a wide variety of classic leisure and fishing boats, exciting new models of recreational watercraft, over 150 exhibitors, demonstrations, and activities for the entire family. Presented by the Connecticut Marine Trades Association (CMTA) and The CMTA Foundation, the 52nd Hartford Boat Show showcases the excitement of recreational boating in Connecticut for novice boaters to experienced navigators alike – whether on the Long Island Sound or on the state’s lakes, ponds, and waterways. It is a prime location to discover aisles of boats and merchandise, compare features and prices, and talk to the experts about the types of boats that best meet your needs.
Over 35 dealers, representing more than 75 brands of boats, motors and trailers will be on-site. On display will be the newest, on-trend boats, personal watercraft, paddle sports, kayaks, marinas, motors, slip rentals, servicing, fishing gear, educational programs and materials, insurance, trailers, electronics, sanitation, air conditioning, attire, nautical home décor, decking, dock building, winter storage, financing, shore side activities, destinations and attractions, and boating food and beverages.
Live on-site broadcasts by 97-9 ESPN Radio’s The Rob Dibble Show and personalities from 97.7 WCTY Eastern CT’s Country station are planned. Sponsors include The Fisherman Magazine, WFSB Channel 3, 97.7 WCTY Eastern CT’s Country station, Renewal By Anderson, and North East Expos.
Online tickets go on sale for $12 as of December 15 at www.HartfordBoatShow.com. At the door, general admission will be $15, and free for children under 12, accompanied by an adult. Group sales for parties of over 15 people can be arranged by calling 860-844-8461 or emailing [email protected].
For more show information, visit HartfordBoatShow.com or call North East Expos at 860-844-8461. Check updates at www.facebook.com/HartfordBoatShow, and other social media at #HartfordBoatShow and @HartfordBoatShow. To become a sponsor or an exhibitor, contact Kristie Gonsalves by calling 860-844-8461 or emailing [email protected].
The CMTA is a not-for-profit trade association representing boating and related marine industries throughout Connecticut, from the Long Island Sound to the state’s rivers and lakes. Founded in 1954, the CMTA has over 330 member businesses and is dedicated to the well-being of the industry by promoting the interests of recreational boating, improving industry condition, monitoring legislative and regulatory issues, and advancing boating education throughout the state. For more information please visit www.ctmarinetrades.org.
