U.P. Boat, Sport, and RV Show Returns to Marquette

Annual event brings outdoor enthusiasts together to check out the latest boats, RVs, and fishing gear.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 6:33pm

A cubist, geometric painting depicting fragmented images of a fishing boat, RV, and other outdoor equipment, conveying the diverse offerings of the U.P. Boat, Sport, and RV Show.The U.P. Boat, Sport, and RV Show brings the region's outdoor enthusiasts together to explore the latest in boats, RVs, and fishing gear.Marquette Today

The U.P. Boat, Sport, and RV Show is back in Marquette, Michigan this weekend, drawing outdoor enthusiasts from across the region to browse the latest boats, recreational vehicles, fishing gear, and more. The long-running event features everything from a kids' fishing pond to luxury campers, with legendary charter fishing operation Kimar's Charters celebrating 50 years of bringing anglers to Stannard Rock in search of trophy lake trout.

Why it matters

The U.P. Boat, Sport, and RV Show is a major annual event that draws visitors from across the Upper Peninsula and beyond, providing a boost to local businesses and allowing outdoor enthusiasts to plan their next adventures. As a long-running show celebrating its 50th year, it highlights the enduring popularity of boating, fishing, and RVing in the region.

The details

The U.P. Boat, Sport, and RV Show features a wide variety of exhibitors, from boat dealers and fishing charter operators to RV manufacturers and outdoor gear suppliers. Attendees can browse the latest models, talk to experts, and even try their hand at fishing in the event's popular kids' fishing pond. Kimar's Charters, a legendary charter fishing operation, is celebrating its 50th year of taking anglers out to Stannard Rock in search of trophy lake trout.

  • The U.P. Boat, Sport, and RV Show is taking place this weekend (March 29-31, 2026) in Marquette, Michigan.
  • Kimar's Charters is marking 50 years of bringing anglers to Stannard Rock.

The players

Kimar's Charters

A legendary charter fishing operation that has been taking anglers to Stannard Rock in search of trophy lake trout for 50 years.

Sarah Kimar

The show organizer and owner of Kimar's Charters.

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What they’re saying

“We are going on 50 years of bringing people to Stannard Rock for a once-in-a-lifetime fishing experience. We have boats, campers, motorcycles, and everything for the outdoors. This show has it all.”

— Sarah Kimar, Show Organizer and Owner of Kimar's Charters

The takeaway

The U.P. Boat, Sport, and RV Show is a long-standing tradition that continues to draw outdoor enthusiasts to Marquette, providing a boost to local businesses and allowing visitors to plan their next adventures in the beautiful Upper Peninsula.