CINCINNATI, OHIO · FISHING, BOATING & OUTDOOR TRAVEL

Cincinnati Travel, Sports & Boat Show 2027

January 15–17 & January 20–24, 2027 · First Financial Center · Cincinnati, Ohio

Plan your visit to this eight-day outdoor show, with boats, fishing gear, travel destinations and Canadian fishing-trip ideas.

Official Show Website · Plan Your Visit

The 68th annual Cincinnati Travel, Sports & Boat Show brings boating, fishing, hunting, outdoor recreation and travel exhibits together at downtown Cincinnati’s First Financial Center. Organized by Renfro Productions, the 2027 event runs over two separate periods: January 15–17 and January 20–24. This guide covers organizer-confirmed facts, visitor planning and ideas for turning a show-floor conversation into a Canadian fishing vacation.

FIRST SHOW DATES

Jan 15–17

Friday to Sunday

SECOND SHOW DATES

Jan 20–24

Wednesday to Sunday

VENUE

First Financial Center

525 Elm Street

SHOW EDITION

68th annual

Boats, fishing and outdoor travel

2027 SHOW ESSENTIALS

When is the Cincinnati Travel, Sports & Boat Show?

Renfro Productions and the official show website both confirm two separate date ranges for 2027: Friday, January 15 through Sunday, January 17; and Wednesday, January 20 through Sunday, January 24. The show does not run January 18–19.

Event detail	Confirmed 2027 information
First show period	January 15–17, 2027 (Friday–Sunday)
Second show period	January 20–24, 2027 (Wednesday–Sunday)
Break between periods	Monday, January 18 and Tuesday, January 19
Venue	First Financial Center
Address	525 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202, United States
Organizer	Renfro Productions
Edition	68th annual show
Official event information	Cincinnati Travel, Sports & Boat Show website

Visitor hours and tickets

The event runs on eight days across two separate stretches in January. For the latest daily opening times, ticket purchasing instructions and admission terms, check the organizer’s times, prices and directions page.

The official show site also offers daily schedule information for planning demonstrations and your route through the event.

Getting to First Financial Center

First Financial Center is located at 525 Elm Street in downtown Cincinnati. Visitors can plan parking and nearby accommodations using the event’s official hotels and parking page. Allow time for downtown traffic, garage access and winter travel conditions.

FISHING, BOATS & OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Boating and marine equipment

The show brings together marine products and boat-focused exhibitors alongside docks, accessories and related services. If you’re comparing watercraft for fishing or recreation, consider how seating, storage, engine requirements and water conditions fit your intended use.

Fishing tackle and outdoor gear

For anglers, a winter show is an opportunity to ask questions about tackle, gear and destinations before the fishing season. Bring details about the species you target, the lakes you fish and the equipment you’d like to compare.

RVs, camping, powersports and tourism

The organizer highlights RVs, travel and tourism, hunting, powersports and adventure sports alongside boating and fishing. These categories make the event relevant to families and groups planning a variety of outdoor getaways.

The exhibitors and manufacturers page provides a useful picture of businesses that have participated. Review its edition labels when checking the current lineup.

Events, activities and demonstrations

The show website offers daily schedule and events and demonstrations resources. Check current information before making plans around a particular attraction or session.

Stylized family fishing beside a Canadian lakeside cabin

CANADIAN FISHING VACATIONS

Turn outdoor-show inspiration into a fishing destination

The travel side of the Cincinnati show can help spark ideas for the next fishing vacation. A productive next step is comparing where your group wants to fish, how you’ll reach the lodge and which services matter most.

Planning a Canadian fishing trip from Ohio

Canadian fishing trips come in several formats, including drive-to resorts, boat-in island lodges, fly-in wilderness outposts and houseboat vacations. For an Ohio group, the right choice depends on travel time, fishing interests, accommodations, mobility and trip length.

Questions to ask a fishing lodge

Which fish species are available during our preferred travel dates?
How do guests reach the resort or outpost: road, boat or aircraft?
Which boats, motors, fuel, meals or guiding services are included?
How many guests can the cabins accommodate comfortably?
What licences, border documents and equipment should we prepare?
Where can we check current rates, availability and booking conditions?

Trip-planning resources from iFishCanada

Verify rates, package inclusions and availability on each lodge’s official website before making travel commitments.

Prepare for your visit to the Cincinnati show

Choose which of the two show periods best fits your group and travel plans.
Make a shortlist of fishing, boating and outdoor equipment to compare.
Check the organizer’s current hours, ticket information and daily activity pages.
Review parking and hotels before travelling downtown.
Bring your group’s possible trip dates and interests if you want to discuss fishing vacations.
Save exhibitor contact information and follow-up questions for after the show.

The organizer’s official event website is the source for the latest visitor details.