American Boating Congress (ABC)
Washington, D.C., May 4–6, 2026
All events will take place at the InterContinental—The Wharf, 801 Wharf Street, SW—Washington, DC 20024
The policies set in Washington, D.C. directly impact the future of recreational boating—and your voice is essential in shaping them. The American Boating Congress (ABC) is your opportunity to engage with key policymakers, advocate for the industry’s top priorities, and ensure our collective voice is heard at the highest levels of government.
Join us May 4–6, 2026, in Washington, D.C. for the premier advocacy event that unites all segments of the recreational boating industry. With critical decisions on the horizon affecting manufacturing, trade, sustainability, and boating access, there has never been a more important time to step up and get involved.
Registration is now open. Early bird pricing ends April 11, 2026
| Early Bird Fee | Regular Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Full Conference | $500 | $550 |
| Group Full Conference, per person | $450 | $500 |
Additional options available; see registration page.
2026 Daily Agenda
Noon
Registration Opens
1:00pm–5:00pm
NMMA Divisional Boards
6:00pm
Reception
7:00pm
Keynote Dinner
Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors
Executive Level
President’s Level
Brunswick
Admiral’s Level
Correct Craft • Suzuki Marine • Tiara Yachts
Captain’s Level
BoatUS • Indmar Marine • Honda Marine • Smoker Craft • Vetus-Yanmar • Volvo Penta
First Mate’s Level
BRP • Center for Sportfishing Policy • Design Concepts-Marine Concepts • imtra • International Yacht Brokers Association • Marine Retailers Association of the Americas • Northpoint Financial • Transhield
Purser’s Level
Chaparral Boats • Faria Beede • Info-Link • Monterey and Blackfin Boats • Suntex Marinas • Uflex USA
Supporting
alliant group • Boats Group • BoatUS • Brunswick • Faria Beede • Firecrown Media • ILMOR Marine • National Marine Electronics Association • Patrick Industries • Regulator Marine • Rollick • Sunbrella
Thank You to Our 2026 Co-Hosts
American Sportfishing Assoc. • Assoc. of Marina Industries • Marine Industries Assoc. of South Florida • Marine Retailers Association of the Americas • MTA of New Jersey • Massachusetts MTA • National Marine Lenders Assoc • Michigan Boating Industries Assoc. • Ohio MTA