Event Concluded Annual Regional In-Person

The Boat Show in Springfield 2026

Feb 27–Mar 1, 2026
Springfield, Illinois

Venue Illinois State Fairgrounds
Organizer JLS Marine, Inc
Category Marine & Boat
Open to Public? Yes — public welcome

The Boat Show in Springfield 2026 Overview

Type
An in-person, three-day regional consumer show
Start Date
End Date
Time Zone
Central Time (CT) — local time
Organizer
JLS Marine, Inc
Venue
Illinois State Fairgrounds
801 East Sangamon Avenue, Springfield, IL 62706, United States
Location
Springfield - Illinois
Category
Marine & Boat
Established
1994
Event Website
theboatshowinspringfield.com
By the Numbers
5,000+ attendees; 100+ boats on display; 30+ vendors; 32nd edition; 3 days Figures are based on official organizer materials and may vary by year.
Frequency
Annual
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The Boat Show in Springfield 2026 FAQs

Where is the venue located?

The Boat Show in Springfield takes place at Illinois State Fairgrounds, located at 801 East Sangamon Avenue, Springfield, Illinois.

How can I go there?

DrivingPublic TransportWalking

How can I contact the venue?

Phone: +1 217-782-2172

How can I contact the organizer?

For inquiries, you can reach the organizer by phone at +1 217-341-1730 or by email at jeff@jlsmarine.com.

What are the event hours?

Friday: 2 pm – 8 pmSaturday: 10 am – 7 pmSunday: 10 am – 5 pm All times local (Central Time, CT)

How much is admission?

Tickets will be sold at the door with regular admission $5.00, children under 12 years old are free.

How much is parking?

Free

Is it open to the public?

Yes, this event is open to the public.

This event listing is reviewed and regularly updated by the Tradeshowz editorial team. Dates, schedules, and details may change. For the most accurate and official information, please visit the event’s official website or contact the organizer directly.

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