Houston Boat Show

Held during the first two weeks of January each year, the Houston International Boat Show is the largest and longest-running boat show in Texas. The event, which fills the Reliant Center, runs for 10 days and draws over 150,000 visitors annually.

In addition to the “over 5 football fields” of boats, the show also features a number of reputable guides, tackle vendors, seminars and other displays. Exhibits features campers, RVs, travel trailers, and other camping and travel equipment will also be scattered throughout Reliant Center.

Whether you’re interested in buying, browsing or learning, the Houston Boat Show is a ‘must-attend’ event. The 2009 edition run Jan. 2-11. Admission is $8 for adults and $4 for students. Children 5 and under are free.