Annapolis Boat Shows, a premier event management company, has produced several sterling in-water boat shows since 1970. Today, close to 150,000 attendees from around the world come to the Chesapeake Bay to experience these nautical extravaganzas. Now in its 44th year, the United States Sailboat Show, October 10 - 14, 2013, attracts more than 50,000 boating enthusiasts from around the world to the waterfront of historic Annapolis, Maryland. The Chesapeake Bay town is also home of U.S. Naval Academy. Recognized worldwide as the premier sailing showcase, this is the place to buy, sell or dream! Now in its 43rd year, the United States Powerboat Show, October 16-19, 2014, attracts over 40,000 attendees. The show, the nation's oldest and largest in-water powerboat exhibition. Located in the quaint town of Annapolis, Maryland, the show features everything from luxurious motor yachts and trawlers to high-performance boats and offshore fishing machines. There are family cruisers, center consoles, inflatables and the world's largest power catamaran section. Attendees will also find a wide selection of marine equipment, high-tech electronics, accessories, gear and related services such as boating lessons, rentals, insurance firms and lending institutions. • United States Sailboat Show October 9-13, 2014, Annapolis, MD • Annapolis Sailboat Brokerage Show October 9-13, 2014, Annapolis, MD • United States Powerboat Show October 16 -19, 2014, Annapolis, MD • Annapolis Powerboat Brokerage Show October 16 -19, 2014, Annapolis, MD • Bay Bridge Boat Show April 11 - 13, 2014, Stevensville, MD • Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show April 25 - 27, 2014, Annapolis, MD • Cruisers University April 24 - 27, 2014, Annapolis, MD