Atlanta Boat Show Sails into Town Jan. 14-18

The 47 th Annual Atlanta Boat Show will be sailing into town Jan. 14-18 at the Georgia World Congress Center (Hall C).

The Show, ideal for novice and experienced boaters alike, offers five days of boating fun, filling 500,000 square feet of space with the best in boats and marine accessories in addition to activities for the whole family.

At the state’s largest boating event, visitors will find hundreds of the latest pleasure boats, fishing boats, ski boats, personal watercraft and marine accessories at the best deals of the year, not to mention an array of fishing and boating seminars, kids’ activities, special attractions and prize giveaways. More than 250 exhibitors are expected to participate in the 2009 Show. On opening day, Jan. 14, the Atlanta Boat Show will offer a special $5 admission all day.

Additionally, visitors can register to win a $1,000 gift certificate from Boater’s World by completing an entry form in the Show lobby. The 2009 Atlanta Boat Show takes place: Wednesday - Friday, Jan. 14-16: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 18: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

“There is no other boating event like the Atlanta Boat Show. The Show features special off-season pricing for inventory reductions and new model debuts, and with hundreds of boats to choose from, dealers can help guests find the right boat at the right price for any age or lifestyle,” said Show Manager Larry Berryman.

In addition to the boats, the 2009 Show will have something for everyone. Features will include: Miss GEICO, the world’s fastest offshore racing boat; the “Let’s Go Fishing Center” featuring demonstrations at the live fish tank and special catch-and-release fishing for little ones at the trout pond; the Discover Boating Center, an educational stop for new boaters which has an array of boating information and unbiased advice from boating experts; the all-new boating affordability area showcasing boats that cost as little as $250 per month; the Boardwalk, where visitors can take part in sailing seminars, browse through marine art by local artists, enjoy activities in the kids area, or relax and unwind at the Boater’s Lounge.

Advance e-tickets went on sale Nov. 24 at AtlantaBoatShow.com and include $2 off if purchased by Jan. 11. Adult tickets are $9; youth tickets (ages 13-15) are $5; and children 12 and under are admitted FREE. Opening day tickets are $5 all day. Show tickets go on sale at the Georgia World Congress Center beginning Jan.14. Use your Show ticket for a free hot dog at The Varsity (with purchase of fries and drink), or visit metro-Atlanta Subway® restaurants for $2-off coupons, good for Jan. 15-18.

For Show information, call (954) 441-3220 or visit AtlantaBoatShow.com.

Visitors to the Show should park in the blue and yellow lots at the Georgia World Congress Center or take MARTA to the Georgia Dome/Georgia World Congress Center/Philips Arena/CNN Center or Vine City stations.