Feb. 9 – 32nd Annual Seaside Boat

The Ocean City/Berlin Optimist Club is sponsoring the 32nd annual Seaside Boat Show in Ocean City February 13-15, 2015. The show is the “boat show that works for kids”. This show, held at the Roland E Powell Convention Center, traditionally draws thousands of water and boating enthusiasts to the resort over President’s Birthday weekend.

The show also provides the Optimist the opportunity to raise funds to support the club programs to support local youth.The local affiliate of Optimist International has over 120 members and is recognized as one of the best clubs in Optimist International. The Boat Show income supports many youth and community service programs.The Boat Show will feature over 350 boats, 150 exhibitors and 50 boat dealers. The dealers and exhibitors will offer numerous special show prices. They will display their newest and most popular models and water related items. The large number of boats sold each year at the shows makes it one of the most popular shows on the East Coast. Visitors will be treated to an alluring array of sport cruisers, sport fishing, performance and “super boats”. The Boat Show exhibitors will include marine electronics, trailers, canvas tops, motors, jewelry, art and fishing gear. The show will also provide financing and insurance for the boater and water enthusiast.The Optimist members are always aware of the importance and contributions of each exhibitor. The Optimists are proud that no boat show compares with the Seaside Boat Show for appeal and enjoyment. One of the main reasons for the success of the show is the wonderful door prizes donated by North Bay Marine owners, Scott and Mary McCurdy.

Each person who purchases a show admission has a chance to win a boat. Times of the show are Friday February 13 11-7PM; Saturday 10:00AM-7PM and Sunday 10AM-5PM. Admission is $10 for adults and $1 for kids. A weekend pass is available for $15. Come and enjoy the Boat Show, the show that works for kids.