Looking for an activity to escape the winter cold and dreaming of summer fun? Head to the Montreal Boat and Water Sports Show, which will be held from February 6th to 9th at Place Bonaventure. Presented by the Quebec Marine Association, this event is the largest of its kind in Quebec with more than 450 boats, nearly 275 exhibitors and an average of 30 000 visitors. The 2014 Boat Show has been diversified in order to fully satisfy all water sports, boat, fishing and nature lovers.
What
– A wide variety of water sports such as scuba diving, windsurfing, kitesurfing and stand up paddle board;
– Boats of all kinds, including large luxury yachts
– World-class destinations for summer holidays including 15 nautical stations, many routes, the St. Lawrence water trail as well as various national historic canals;
– All the latest in high-technology and accessories
– A whole pavilion devoted to marinas, ports of call and clubs who will be present to inform boaters about the services they provide that are catered to your needs
– Entertainment for the whole family
– An autograph session with Francis Bouillon, star defenseman for the Montreal Canadiens (February 9th)
– Great speakers (navigators, explorers and sailors) General information including Damian Foxall, one of the world’s top offshore sailors
Where
Place Bonaventure (800, de la Gauchetière West, Montreal, Métro Bonaventure)
When
February 6th to 9th (Thursday, Friday – 11am to 9pm; Saturday – 10am to 8pm and Sunday – 10am to 6pm)
Fees Adults: $15
Seniors / Student: $12
Children (under 12 years old): free
Families (2 adults and 2 teens from 13 to 17 years old): $30
Special 2 for 1: Saturdays from 5pm to 8pm