nautical expoIf you love being out on the water, the upcoming Big Pine & Lower Keys Nautical Expo may be right up your alley.

Slated for Saturday, January 14, and Sunday, January 15, the annual expo transforms the shady grounds of the Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce into an amazing open-air maritime marketplace.

For boat owners, fishermen, divers, or anyone who loves all things nautical, the Nautical Expo is a bargain hunter’s dream come true.

Expect to find over 90 vendors selling a vast array of maritime merchandise, including private individuals and marine-related businesses. Shop everything from boats and motors, fishing gear, dive and snorkel items, electronics, and nautical hardware, to nautical gifts, marine artwork, clothing, shoes, and more.

Not to worry if all this bargain shopping makes you hungry. You can always nosh on some tasty Keys-style eats from on-site vendors while you take in live performances by both local and regional musicians. Multiple raffle giveaways round out the fun.

Proceeds from the Big Pine Nautical Flea Market benefit the Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce. Admission and parking are free.

Takes place on Saturday, January 14, from 8 am – 4 pm and on Sunday, January 15, from 8 am – 2 pm on the grounds of the Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce, 31020 Overseas Hwy, Mile Marker 31, Big Pine Key. Info: 305-872-2411; lowerkeyschamber.com.

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