We have expanded this year to include locations on both sides of the harbor in a true harbor-wide celebration of the sea. A Water Action Village Expo (WAVE) at Patriots Point in Mt. Pleasant will highlight extreme water sports and modern boating, modern marine sports equipment, water sports non-profits, and boat, kayak, kite boarding, and surfing vendors. In addition, a Maritime Village downtown at the Maritime Center and in Ansonborough Field will highlight traditional maritime activities and/or past times, pirate themes, marine related non-profits and vendors selling traditional marine items. A water shuttle and bus shuttle will provide transportation between the downtown location and the Patriots Point location (fees may apply).

The family atmosphere and growing name recognition will prove valuable to every exhibitor who supports Charleston Harbor Fest 2008. As in previous years, we will invest heavily in radio and print advertising, direct mail, PR and other collateral materials such as posters, banners and rack cards distributed across the state and southeastern region. Attendees range from local Charleston residents to visitors from as far away as North Carolina, Georgia, Florida and Virginia.

Please note all marine exhibitors must have a marine/nautical theme. The Charleston Harbor Fest committee reserves the right to reject any application at their discretion.

If you have questions regarding which area to apply for, please call Marisa, Danny or Rachel at (843) 722-1030. We look forward to celebrating Charleston Harbor Fest together!

Please click here to download an Exhibitor Application Form.