SEP16–18
COASTAL INDUSTRY · TRADE ONLY
SURF EXPO
Orange County Convention Center · Orlando
Watersports, coastal lifestyle, resort, swim and outdoor brands gathered under one roof.
OFFICIAL SITE →GET OUT THERE
EVENTS BELOW
THE SURFACE
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Dive shows, fossil fairs, conservation gatherings and coastal events worth putting on the calendar.
2026–2027
THE FIELD CALENDAR
For divers, fossil hunters, boaters, anglers and everyone drawn toward what waits below.
2026
SEP19
CONSERVATION · VOLUNTEER
INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEANUP — SOUTH FLORIDA
Participating shoreline sites across South Florida
Join volunteers removing debris from beaches, parks and waterways as part of the worldwide coastal cleanup effort.
LOCATIONS + REGISTRATION →OCT03–04
FOSSILS · PUBLIC
FLORIDA FOSSIL HUNTERS FOSSIL FAIR
Sanford Civic Center · Sanford
Florida fossils, minerals, exhibits, vendors and family activities at the club’s annual show.
OFFICIAL SITE →NOV03–06
DIVING · INDUSTRY
DEMA SHOW
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center · New Orleans
A major gathering for diving equipment, travel, training and conservation organizations.
OFFICIAL SITE →NOV21–22
FOSSILS + MINERALS · PUBLIC
SOUTH FLORIDA FOSSIL & MINERAL SHOW
South Florida Fairgrounds · West Palm Beach
Vendors, educational demonstrations, exhibits, speakers and hands-on activities.
EVENT DETAILS →2027
JAN06–08
COASTAL INDUSTRY · TRADE ONLY
SURF EXPO
Orange County Convention Center · Orlando
The year-opening marketplace for surf, resort, swim, coastal gifts and outdoor lifestyle brands.
OFFICIAL SITE →JAN22–24
BOATING · JACKSONVILLE
JACKSONVILLE BOAT SHOW
Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center · Jacksonville
Boats, marine equipment and services from regional dealers and the North Florida boating community.
OFFICIAL SITE →FEB26–28
FISHING · JACKSONVILLE
NOEOUTDOORS FISHING EXPO
Jacksonville Fairgrounds · Jacksonville
A regional fishing show bringing tackle, gear, boats, outfitters and outdoor brands together.
OFFICIAL SITE →APR30MAY 01–02
OUTDOORS · PUBLIC
FLORIDA OUTDOOR EXPO
South Florida Fairgrounds · West Palm Beach
Boating, fishing, watersports, camping and outdoor recreation in a consumer-focused expo.
OFFICIAL SITE →PLAN AHEAD. Event dates and access requirements can change. Follow the official event link before traveling. Calendar inclusion does not indicate BELOW THE FLAG attendance or sponsorship.