The 2026 Annapolis Powerboat Show: What to Expect — And Why You’ll Find Neptunian Sky/BILGE-B-DRY Sharing Space with Roam Devices

Every October, downtown Annapolis becomes the center of the American boating world. Floating docks fill Ego Alley, the latest powerboats pack into City Dock, and thousands of boaters walk the waterfront to see what’s new, what’s innovative, and what’s worth upgrading. This year’s Annapolis Powerboat Show runs October 8–11, 2026, with show hours from 10:00–6:30 Thursday through Saturday and 10:00–5:00 on Sunday.

Why attend the Annapolis Powerboat Show?
1. It’s the East Coast’s premier powerboat marketplace
More than 350–400 boats are expected across the redesigned City Dock footprint, including new model premieres, performance demos, and expanded accessory tents. Whether you’re shopping, comparing, or just dreaming, Annapolis is the one place where you can step aboard everything from center consoles to cruisers to expedition ready pilothouse boats.
2. Hands on experiences and real training
The PropTalk Demo Dock is slated to offer select sea trials, and BoatUS On Water Training will run small group courses throughout the weekend. If you’ve been wanting to sharpen docking skills or test a boat before buying, this is the show to do it.
3. Daily seminars, parties, and community
Free seminars run every day, covering topics for new boaters, seasoned cruisers, and tech focused owners. Opening night includes a waterfront block party, and Sunday brings Military Appreciation Day and Mimosa Sunday. 
4. A redesigned show layout
Because of the City Dock resiliency project, the 2026 show uses an updated footprint with expanded tents, new gathering areas, and extended exhibitor zones along Compromise and Randall Streets. Expect easier flow, more social spaces, and better visibility for tech forward exhibitors.

Where Neptunian Sky/BILGE-B-DRY, and Roam Devices Fit In
Neptunian Sky/BILGE-B-DRY was invited to share booth space with Roam Devices. Roam Devices - Remote Vessel Monitor
Roam Devices has become a leader in connected boat monitoring — delivering real-time data on battery health, bilge activity, location, and onboard systems. Pairing that with BILGE-B-DRY’s Dry Bilge System creates a full spectrum solution for boaters who want their vessels protected, monitored, and ready for your next adventure!

Neptunian Sky/BILGE-B-DRY will be sharing:
•Roam Hub operation: with built-in cellular, the Hub keeps watch on your boat from anywhere while monitoring battery voltage, temperature, GPS location and motion, right out of the box!
•BILGE-B-DRY demo & displays: view BILGE-B-DRY in-action and learn more about water sensor operation and compatibility!
•Live system walkthroughs for boaters considering upgrades before winter haul out.
•Future integration highlighting how Roam and Neptunian Sky are aligning for product updates.

The Annapolis Powerboat Show is always a highlight of the fall boating season, but 2026 is shaping up to be especially strong: more boats, more tech, more hands-on experiences, and a refreshed layout that makes the show easier to navigate.

If you’re attending, make sure to stop by the Roam Devices booth, where Neptunian Sky/BILGE-B-DRY will be co-exhibiting and showcasing the integration of onboard protection and monitoring.