AHOY THERE! THE NANAIMO BOAT SHOW IS A MUST FOR ALL SALTY SEADOGS

The Pacific North West offers endless opportunities for sailors, yachters, paddlers and cruisers - and there’s no better place to learn about the latest options for getting out on the water than at the Nanaimo Boat Show.
 
Taking place from March 30 until April 2 at the city’s state-of-the-art Waterfront Suites and Marina, this thrilling show is a fully-tented exhibit as well as a floating show for boats on the water.
 
Offering the very best of the boating and marine worlds, the Nanaimo Boat Show showcases tens of millions of dollars’ worth of inventory and offers a boat for every budget – all in THE quintessential West Coast marine location: the City of Harbours.
 
A big hit with water-lovers from across Canada, the Nanaimo Boat Show marks the official kick off of the boating season each year. It’s also a great event for families, with plenty to keep the kids busy while mom and dad get to take an up-close-and-personal look at the fabulous vessels on display.
 
Future boaters can access the educational boating and safety resources for kids, and there will also be a dedicated Kid Zone for children 12 and under. From getting their faces painted to jumping on the bouncy castle, your kids are sure to be happy!
 
Catch all the fun from 12 noon until 6pm on March 30; from 10am to 6pm on March 31 and April 1; and from 10am to 3pm on April 2.
 
The heritage Best Western Dorchester Hotel is conveniently located for Boat Show visitors. Situated right downtown near bustling Nanaimo Harbour, it offers excellent views, outstanding service and immaculate rooms and suites.
 
The boutique-style hotel features 70 well-appointed rooms and suites, with a host of fabulous in-room amenities, including a Keurig K Cup coffee maker with complimentary coffee and tea. The hotel will even welcome your four-legged friends into its designated pet-friendly rooms.