This fall, the historic waterfront of Georgetown, South Carolina, will once again come alive with the beauty and craftsmanship of wooden boats at the 36th Annual Georgetown Wooden Boat Show (GWBS).
Around 100 classic wooden boats—from sleek paddleboards and handcrafted canoes to beautifully restored cruisers—will be displayed both on land and in the water. Exhibitors are invited to showcase their boats in one of twelve categories, including Row, Canoe, Kayak, Classic Sail, Inboard and Outboard Power, Owner Designed & Built, and Century Class. Model boats and cradle boats are also welcome.
Beyond the exhibits, visitors can enjoy maritime arts and crafts, a boat building competition, music, food, and the opportunity to meet wooden boat builders, craftsmen, and owners. Each year, awards are presented in every category, including People’s Choice and Special Awards, celebrating the talent and passion of these boat owners.
Why Exhibit at GWBS?
- Share your boat with thousands of enthusiasts in one of the Southeast’s most scenic waterfront settings.
- Enjoy camaraderie with fellow exhibitors at the Friday night Welcome Reception and Saturday night Exhibitor Dinner.
- Compete for category awards and special recognition.
- Experience the unique blend of maritime heritage and Southern hospitality that makes GWBS a highlight of the wooden boat calendar.Exhibitor Information
- Registration Fee: $35 (includes Welcome Bag, GWBS T-shirt, and Exhibitor Dinner ticket).
- Additional boats may be registered for $5 each.
- Dock space is available for vessels up to 7’ draft (first-come, first-served).
- Set-up begins Friday, October 17, with exhibits open to the public on Saturday, October 18 (11AM–6PM) and Sunday, October 19 (11AM–4PM).
Do you own a wooden boat? Exhibitor registration is now open, and we’d love for you to join us. Learn more and register here: Exhibitor Info & Registration Georgetown Wooden Boat Show | Georgetown, SC