The Seattle Boat Show team has done a great job, as far as I can see. It’s been a tough year for the entire industry, of course, but this year’s boat show really feels like a beacon of light. “Light at the end of the tunnel” light? Could be…who knows? Anyway, it’s a good show, worth a visit. I caught up with my friends at Rose Point Navigation and Krill Systems today, for instance, and then took my daughters down to the Lake Union part of the show after picking them up after school.
Anyway, here’s today’s press release, about some weekday promotions they’ve got scheduled…
Thousands of boaters visited the opening weekend of the Seattle Boat Show, Indoors + Afloat, on now through Saturday, February 6 at Qwest Field Event Center and South Lake Union!
Seasoned Seattle Boat Show showgoers know that weekdays and weeknights are the best time to visit the show. It’s not as crowded, making browsing easier, and exhibitors and dealers have more time to chat. If that weren’t enough, this year there’s an extra incentive to attend the show after work. We’ve created a series of special weekday and weeknight promotions.
AFTER 5 AT THE SEATTLE BOAT SHOW
Buy a ticket at the Qwest Field box office for only $8 (that’s $4 off) starting at 5 pm on Monday through Thursday, and then enjoy guest appearances, giveaways and promotions each evening.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1: Women’s Day at the Boat Show
Sponsored by KOMO-4 and Star 101.5 FM
Women get in FREE all-day with a special pass from www.SeattleBoatShow.com, plus enjoy a slate of seminars designed specifically for and by women boaters. And at the Boat Show Gallery – the place for beautiful art work for your boat, home or office – all False Bay Boxes – one-of-a-kind art boxes carved from San Juan Island driftwood by local artist Richard Nevels – will be 20% off. Starting at 5 pm, women can pamper themselves with free massages from Three Cedars Day Spa, plus take your photo with firefighters from the 2010 WSCFF Firefighter Calendar! It all takes place in the Seafair Logboom Lounge at Qwest Field.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2: Fishing Night at the Boat Show
Sponsored by 94.1 KMPS and Outdoor Emporium
Hooked on Fishing? Then stop by Fishing Night at the Seattle Boat Show. The first 500 anglers through the door after 5pm receive a Silver Horde fishing lure three-pack from Outdoor Emporium. While at the show don’t miss the opportunity to enter these great contests: Win a 5-Day Fishing Trip from BAMF Boats and Big Blue Charters: this 5-day/4-night fishing trip includes three days of fishing on a BAMF Boat. Enter to win this priceless package valued at $4,500.
Catch the Big One and win an 8 Classic Engine from Honda Marine and West Coast Marine Services: Make a voluntary contribution to C.A.S.T. for Kids and "catch the big one" using a fishing tournament simulator. The top 10 anglers each day will be entered to win an engine that’s ideal for fishing boats, sailboats, and small utility boats. This clean, reliable 2-cylinder four-stroke OHC engine has the power you need for you waterborne fun.
A complete list of boat show contests, including a giveaway a day from Kenmore Air on South Lake Union, is at:http://seattleboatshow.com/contests.html
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3: Cruising & Sailing Night at the Boat Show
Sponsored by West Marine
Kick back and relax at Cruising & Sailing Night at the Seattle Boat Show. The first 500 boaters through the door receive a West Marine tote bag, perfect to carry aboard new boating gear. Then grab a drink in the Seafair Logboom Lounge and enjoy the sounds of Tropical Rock musician Dave Calhoun. Be on the lookout for the Seafair Pirates!
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4: Guys Night Out at the Boat Show
Sponsored by 102.5 KZOK FM.
Attention men: With giveaways all night, local sports legends, and more, you don’t want to miss Guys Night Out. Say hello to KZOK’s Spike O’Neill and have your picture taken with a pair of Hooters girls, who will be at the show handing out free stuff. Meet hydroplane legend Chip Hanauer and top female driver Kayleigh Perkins in the Seafair Logboom Lounge.
HOP THE FREE SHUTTLE TO SOUTH LAKE UNION FOR ALL-DAY HAPPY HOUR
For many, an afternoon or evening at the show is simply not enough time to take the BIG show in.
For those folks, we’ve created the new 5-Day BIG Show Pass for only $24 (includes one day free parking). This allows showgoers to take it all in at their leisure and come back again and again and again.
The best strategy:
Park at Qwest Field, take the free shuttle to South Lake Union, browse the on-the-water and shoreside displays, refuel by enjoying an all-day happy hour with a free appetizer at Joey’s, Chandler’s Crabhouse or Daniel’s Broiler (simply show admission wristband or hand-stamp) then head back to Qwest Field for more fun.
Tickets online at www.SeattleBoatShow.com include free parking, a free boating magazine, and a free cup of clam chowder at FX McRory’s.
Thanks to our official sponsors ACE Recreational Marine Insurance and Northwest Buick-GMC dealers.
I hope you enjoy the show!
George Harris
President
Northwest Marine Trade Association
georgeh@seattleboatshow.com
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