The New Jersey Boat Sale & Expo and the Jersey Shore Boat Sale & Expo are produced by the Marine Trades Association of New Jersey (MTA/NJ). The MTA/NJ is a non-profit trade organization comprised of over 300 marine related businesses dedicated to promoting, protecting and advancing the recreational marine industry and waterways in the State of New Jersey.

Kids Cove

"I Spy" Scavenger Hunt
Located on Sandy Hook, the NJ Sea Grant Consortium conducts marine science research and education. Little skippers can participate in a nautical version of “I Spy Scavenger Hunt" at the show and those skippers that successfully complete their watch can visit the NJSGC exhibit for a take home marine science craft.

Face Painting
Face Painting is back! Artists from Lori's Facepainting will be in the Kids Cove on Saturday and Sunday 12-3 to paint your child’s face with a fun design. Don’t forget to snap a selfie and hashtag #JerseyBoatExpo!

Turtle Tank
Kids will be able to get a glimpse of some real turtles! What do they eat? Where do they live? Take a peek in the tank and learn all about these sea creatures from representatives from the NJ Sea Grant Consortium.

Date:
February 15-18, 2024

Show Hours
Thursday - 11am to 7pm
Friday - 11am to 7pm
Saturday - 10am to 7pm
Sunday - 10am to 5pm

Location:
The New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center
97 Sunfield Avenue
Edison NJ, 08837

Admission
Adults: $15
Kids 12 and under Free

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