Calling all outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers – it’s Tampa’s premier Outdoors Expo and Boat Show, now along the Hillsborough River at Armature Works!

The family-friendly event will feature the beautiful downtown Tampa skyline, ability to tour boats in the water, the Armature Works Food Hall, dog friendly outdoor space, seminars, and activities throughout the whole weekend. There will also be meet and greet opportunities with the News Channel 8 anchors.

With nearly 400,000 square feet of exhibits and activity space, the Expo is the perfect place to explore boats of all shapes and sizes, boating accessories, fishing gear, apparel, outdoor supplies, and much more.

The 34th Annual News Channel 8 Outdoors Expo and Boat Show takes place on Friday, March 28, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, March 29, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, March 30, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Armature Works: 1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa FL 33602.More info: https://www.wfla.com/outdoors-expo-and-boat-show/

Enter below for a chance to win a 2-night stay at the Paddle Tail Water Front Lodge Crystal River and a Manatee Sight Seeing Cruise!

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