Features at a Glance – Norwalk International In-Water Boat Show
Features at a Glance
New! Llive Music
Join us as we kick off fall with a bang! Enoy the scenic beauty of Norwalk Cove Marina waterfront and live music throughout the day.
Rock out at concerts featuring top local and regional acts, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, beginning at 2pm and continuing after hours till 10pm!
Thursday, September 24th
2PM - 6PM Alpine Squeeze
6PM - 10PM The Austrian Boys
Friday, September 25th
2PM - 6PM Alpine Squeeze
6PM - 10PM Alex Meixner Band
Saturday, September 26th
2PM - 6PM Zany Oompah Band
7PM - 10PM Green Machine (special performance by
Sunday, September 27th
2PM-6PM Die Spitzbuam
Catch the Crew of the Time Bandit!
The Hillstrands will be on hand to meet attendees and sign autographs on Thursday, September 24, from 2pm–5:30pm, Friday, September 25, from 1pm–4pm and Saturday, September 26, from 11am–1pm and 2pm–5:30pm. The Hillstrands will also have Time Bandit merchandise for sale.
Fish Tales Contest—Win a Raymarine Chartplotter!
Here’s your chance to share your best fishing story with a couple of guys who’ve shared a few exciting fish stories themselves— John and Andy Hillstrand!
John and Andy will be judging fish tales on Friday, September 25 from 4pm to 6pm. If they think your story is best, you’ll walk away with a Raymarine A70 6.4-inch Chartplotter, pre-loaded with U.S. charts and valued at $1,600, compliments of L&L Electronics (Booth 1505).
You must pre-register at the Fox Radio tent located at the head of A dock to participate; Registration will begin at 1pm. Time slots are limited, so get here early to reserve your time.
New! Oktoberfest Tent
Enjoy a traditional beer garden vibe with a New England twist! Stop by to relax and nosh on fresh local seafood and Bavarian fare and quench your thirst with a microbrew...or two!
Affordability Pavilion
NEW for 2009! Think owning a boat is out of your reach? Think again! When it comes to enjoyable ways to spend your leisure time, boating is for more affordable than you may realize. Be sure to stop by and check out this special showcase of boats you can own for less than $250 per month.
Boating Cost Comparison: Compare the costs of boating to a single day at an amusement park or a trip to any major league game—you'll see that dollar for dollar, boating is a bargain!
Leukemia Cup Regatta
The Leukemia Cup Regatta is more than boats and crews racing—it's over 17,600 sailors across the United States who have elevated their competition to a whole new level. They race to win while helping The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) acheive its mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
The funds they raise support leading-edge cancer research and provide critical services to patients and their families. Sailors race in the name of a patient hero from their community who has blood cancer.
Throughout the country, LLS Regattas have raised more than $26 million to support the mission.
Why visit a Boat Show?
Hear what the Boating Guy has to say about why you should visit a boat show. Click here.
Wing-A-Thon Wing Eating Contest
New for 2009! Be here for the kick-off of the show's first-ever Wing-A-Thon wing-eating contest sponsored by Fox Radio and Archie Moores. See which contestant has the biggest "appetite" for success and will walk away with a Weber gas grill from Keoughs Turn of River Hardware in Stamford and Keoughs Paint & Hardware in Ridgefield.
Queen of the Show
The Queen, that is the largest boat at this year's show, is a beautiful Vicem 92 Cruiser. The 92 Cruiser, the first model in Vicem’s Cruiser Series of long-range motor yachts, offers classic style with superb living accommodations and extended cruising capabilities.
Show Specials
Be sure to take advantage of Boat Show Specials. Check out the Specials Page for exclusive coupon deals and SAVE!
Click here to go to the Shows Specials page.
Discover Boating Center
Your one-stop resource for boating information and advice. Staffed by experts who can answer all your questions and set you on a course to choosing a boat that will give you and your family years of enjoyment, the Discover Boating Center is here to help you become a boater. At the Discover Boating Center you'll get straightforward answers to all your boating questions, expert, unbiased advice on buying a boat as well as information on local boating resources.
- Floating in Fashion—Safety, types of PFDs and Fed. Law regarding child PFDs
- Don't Wake for Me! basic rules of the road, courtesy and navigational aids
- What Knot to Know—Basic knot tying types and uses
- Who is MARPOL and why are they following me?—Pollution and dumping laws
- Secure your Investment —Securing your boat, docklines, mooring and anchoring
Discover Boating and Sailng rides
See for yourself why "Life's better with a boat." Sign up to enjoy a free 30-minute excursion, courtesy of Rex Boating Club and Sound Sailing
Meet Sharky
What's 6-ft. tall, wears tropical jams and a Discovery Channel tank top, and has a VERY toothy grin? It's Sharky—mascot of Discovery Channel's renowned "Shark Week." Children of all ages will enjoy meeting this friendly and flamboyant fish and learning more about the often misunderstood masters of the deep blue sea.
Meet Sharky Saturday, September 26, from 1pm-4pm
Kids' Cove
Mom! Dad! Treat yourself and the kids to a play break. Fun activities include Coconut Climb Tree, Wave slide, fishing pond, and sand art.
Kids' Boating
New for 2009! Fun on the water—just for kids! Kids can splash
Fishing Seminars
Informative, entertaining daily sessions hosted by top local pros; Get tips and expand your skills. Produced by Northeast Angling.
Enter to Win a Garmin 540-S
Enter for your chance to win a Garmin 545 Sounder valued at $900. To enter simply complete an entry form available at the show entrance. One lucky person will be awarded this great prize. No purchase necessary. Complete rules available at the show.
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