The Sydney Boat Show is dropping anchor at Sydney Showground this week, with four days of sleek boats, live casting demonstrations, expert advice and thousands of marine products.
Celebrating its 58th year, the Sydney Boat Show returns on July 30 until August 2 for an extended weekend of live entertainment, interactive experiences and the latest in marine innovation.
Hundreds of boats will be on display, as well as thousands of the latest marine products from over 120 local and global exhibitors. Boating Industry Association (BIA) Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Fielding, stated his excitement for the event’s return:
“Sydney Boat Show has a history as Sydney’s premier boating event for nearly 60 years, and we are so proud to see such a strong line-up of exhibitors and partners coming together to deliver an engaging, hands-on experience for visitors in 2026,” Mr Fielding said.
Special guests to share top fishing tips
For boating and fishing enthusiasts, one of the biggest drawcards of the Sydney Boat Show is the chance to hear from some of Australia’s most recognisable names in angling.
Taking to the Anaconda Main Stage will be fishing legends Andrew “ET” Ettingshausen and Steve “Starlo” Starling. Ex-footy player turned fishing fanatic, ET is known for hosting his own show, Escape Fishing with ET. Alongside Starlo, another TV personality and Australia’s best-known fishing writer, they’ll be sharing expert techniques, insider tips and stories from decades spent on the water.
Over at the huge 14,000-litre Berkley Supertank, renowned angler Michael “Cookie” Cooke will host live casting demonstrations, giving visitors the chance to pick up practical skills and watch expert techniques in action.
Foodies won’t want to miss Paul “Burty” Burt in the popular Boat Show Kitchen, where the celebrity chef and fishing personality will present live Catch ‘N’ Cook demonstrations, showcasing how to transform fresh catches into delicious seafood dishes.
These special guests may not mean much to your youngsters, but most budding young anglers will recognise Sydney FishTok favourite Shroom, who has nearly 200,000 followers on TikTok. He’ll be talking on the Main Stage on Saturday and Sunday about FishTok, before encouraging fans to chat to him at a meet and greet.
To plan your visit, and to make sure you don’t miss out on a talk from your favourite fisherman, check out the full day-by-day schedule here.
Giveaways galore
The Sydney Boat Show will also be giving visitors plenty of opportunities to win exciting prizes across the event’s four days.
Guests who scan the QR code at the Anaconda Main Stage will be in the running to receive a fishing experience with ET, as well as a $2000 Anaconda voucher to gear up for your next outdoor adventure.
Your Sydney Boat Show ticket could also unlock a prize worth $25,000. Visitors can enter to win a six-month membership with Pacific Boating, giving them effortless access to one of the company’s popular 44-foot boats and its convenient walk-on, walk-off service. Simply purchase your ticket, then register via the Pacific Boating website to go into the draw.
There will also be a huge range of exclusive offers, show-only specials, competitions and giveaways from across the marine industry. You can check out some of them here.
How to get tickets to the Sydney Boat Show
You can purchase tickets to the Sydney Boat Show by clicking here. General admission is free for children under 16, and costs $19 plus a $1.51 booking fee for adults.
How to get to the Sydney Boat Show
Sydney Olympic Park is well-connected by major roads and public transport options, offering more than 10,000 nearby parking spaces, including two-hour free parking for short visits.
Trains run regularly to Olympic Park Station, with additional bus and ferry services also available. For those travelling from out of town, Sydney Airport is just 20 minutes away by car via the new WestConnex link, making the journey even more convenient.
Tickets to the Sydney Boat Show include travel on trains, metro, and light rail services throughout the Show. Attendees simply need to show their event ticket to transport staff when boarding.
