DECEMBER 1-3, 2020 | SEATTLE, WA
Attend
Be a part of the once a year industry event that brings together commercial fishermen and mariners from across the Pacific Northwest to do business, get industry updates, and connect with both old and new friends!
What you need to know
Who's There
Venue
Directions
Parking
While in Seattle
Visa Invitation Letters
| Attendees |
|---|
| Commercial fishermen
Commercial vessel owners/operators Passenger vessel owners/operators Charter boat owner/operators Shipyards, commercial boat builders, recreational boat builders Engineers and architects Captains, operators and owners of large charter and pleasure yachts Seafood processors Port officials and port engineers Harbormasters Marina operators Marine surveyors Military buyers and governmental officials All others affiliated with the marine industry |
| Exhibitors |
|---|
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Boatbuilding/repair Fishing gear Electronics – navigation Deck machinery/hardware/equipment Boatbuilding supplies Electronics – communications Safety/survival Electrical systems & components Propulsion & power Electronics – fish finding |
The Venue
Pacific Marine Expo takes place in the West and East Halls at CenturyLink Field Event Center, Seattle, WA.
CenturyLink Field Event Center
800 Occidental Ave S.
Seattle, WA 98134
Registration is located on the concourse level above the exhibit hall. The exhibit hall is located at street level. Please enter on the concourse level to obtain your badge and enter the exhibit hall via stairs or elevator from the registration area.
Driving Directions
Destination addresses for GPS or online mapping to official event lots:
CenturyLink Field Garage
330 South Royal Brougham Way
Seattle WA 98134
CenturyLink Field North Parking Lot
221 South King Street
Seattle WA 98104
From Southbound I-5 and I-90 to the 4th Avenue South Exit
To CenturyLink Field Parking Garage: turn right onto 4th Avenue South, right onto South Royal Brougham Way and left at the stop sign. Follow the circular ramp up. The second floor entrance to the parking garage will be on your right.
To CenturyLink Field North Lot: turn left onto 4th Ave. Go straight through 2 lights and curve around to the left. Turn left onto South Jackson St. followed by a left on 2nd Avenue South. CenturyLink Field North Parking Lot will be straight ahead.
From Northbound I-5 to exit 164B – Edgar Martinez Drive South
To CenturyLink Field Parking Garage: turn right at the end of the ramp onto Edgar Martinez Drive South. Turn right onto 1st Avenue South. Turn right on South Royal Brougham Way and take the ramp up. The second floor entrance to the parking garage will be on your left.
To CenturyLink Field North Lot: turn right onto Edgar Martinez Drive South. Turn right onto 1st Avenue South. Turn right onto South King St Street. Turn right at the second light onto 2nd Avenue South. CenturyLink Field North Parking Lot will be straight ahead.
From Southbound Hwy 99 to South Atlantic Street
To CenturyLink Field Parking Garage: take the South Atlantic Street exit turning left at the end of the ramp onto South Atlantic Street. At the second light, turn left onto Dave Niehaus Way South (aka 1st Avenue South). Turn right onto South Royal Brougham Way and take the ramp up. The second floor entrance to the parking garage will be on your left.
To CenturyLink Field North Lot: take the South Atlantic Street exit turning left at the end of the ramp onto South Atlantic Street. At the second light, turn left onto Dave Niehaus Way South (aka 1st Avenue South). Turn right onto South King Street. Turn right at the second light onto 2nd Avenue South. CenturyLink Field North Parking Lot will be straight ahead.
From the Airport
Seattle-Tacoma ( SEA ) International Airport, called “Sea-Tac” for short, is about a 30-minute drive south from downtown Seattle.
Passenger Drop-Off Zone
The passenger and disabled drop-off zone is located off the intersection of Railroad Ave. and Occidental Ave. South, which can be accessed off 1st Ave. South. Drivers may drop off their passengers adjacent to the stadium prior to parking. Similar access will be provided after every major event.
Busses & Shuttles | Public Transit | Taxis & Limos | More
Parking Rates
Visitor Parking Rate: 1-day parking rate: $20 (no in/out privileges)
Exhibitor Parking Rate: Special 3-day parking pass with in/out privileges valid Sunday, Monday and Tuesday at the preferred rate of $45 – for exhibitors only. Discount only applies to the purchase of a 3-day pass.
These parking rates are for Pacific Marine Expo attendees and exhibitors only; be sure to identify yourself as a Pacific Marine Expo participant in order to secure these rates.
Fishermen’s Terminal – Complimentary Parking
Complimentary parking is available at Fishermen’s Terminal for the Pacific Marine Expo Shuttle Service to CenturyLink Field Event Center. Complimentary parking is available at the terminal EXCEPT in the parking lots for The Fishermen’s Center Building (C-15) and Downey Building (C-14) – please see map
NOTE: The pick-up/drop-off location for the Pacific Marine Expo Shuttle Service will be curbside on
- Nickerson St., near Highliner Public House at the end of the building.
Located on Seattle’s Salmon Bay near Ballard, Fishermen’s Terminal is the homeport of the North Pacific fishing fleet and a vital regional center for the commercial fishing industry.
Address:
Fishermen’s Terminal
3919 18th Ave. W.
Seattle, WA 98119-1679
Phone: 206-787-3395
Directions to Fishermen’s Terminal
From downtown Seattle waterfront:
- Head north on Alaskan Way and turn right on Broad Street
- Turn left on Elliott Ave.
- Continue on Elliott Ave. which turns into 15th Ave. W for approximately 3 miles
- Take the Nickerson/West Emerson exit and bear right up the ramp
- Follow the signs to “Fishermen’s Terminal”
- Turn left on West Emerson
- Turn right on 19th into Fishermen’s Terminal
What to do in Seattle
Attending the Pacific Marine Expo is as much about the experience and networking outside of the event as it is the business, learning, and connecting done at the show. Seattle will certainly not disappoint in your after-show-hours experience and networking opportunities with colleagues new and old – make the most of it!
Seattle promises to be a great opportunity to do business, make connections, and enjoy new scenery, flavors, and culture.
- Download the Official Seattle Visitors Guide
- Getting to and Around Seattle
- Downtown Seattle Info
- Download maps of Seattle, Puget Sound and Washington State
- Things to do in Seattle
- Seattle Restaurant Directory
- Seattle Sporting Events
- Pike Place Market
Visa Invitation Letter Policy
Please be aware as part of our official show policy we are unable to provide letters of invitation for the purpose of obtaining a visa for travel.
We have been informed by the US Embassies that a letter of invitation has no bearing on whether a visa will be issued.
When applying for your visa, be sure to provide a copy of your registration confirmation or exhibit contract (if applicable) to attend the show, as well as any promotional materials you have received verifying the exhibition is a valid event.
Additional information on US Visas can be found HERE.
Please understand no exceptions will be made.
*Non exhibiting Manufacturer/ Supplier fee $75. At Expo (November 21-23, 2019) registration fee $50.