Photo: Jörgen Walestad / Google MapsHotels for Seafood Expo North America 2027 in Boston
Seafood Expo North America 2027 runs 7 to 9 March at Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center, Boston.
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Where to stay
Where to stay for Seafood Expo North America 2027: the closest hotels to Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center are in Seaport District and Downtown / Financial District, with Back Bay a short ride away. Rooms near the venue sell out first, so book a free-cancellation rate early. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised company invoice.
Popular areas for attendees: Seaport District · Downtown / Financial District · Back Bay · South Station and Chinatown.
About Seafood Expo North America
Seafood Expo North America, held together with Seafood Processing North America, returns to Boston from Sunday 7 to Tuesday 9 March 2027 at the Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center, the Seaport venue formerly called the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center.
Produced by Diversified, it is North America's largest seafood trade event: the 44th edition in March 2026 filled 247,915 net square feet with 1,215 exhibiting companies from 50 countries. It is a business to business event for qualified seafood industry professionals only, not open to the public, and no one under 18 is allowed on the show floor.
The venue sits in the Seaport District, across from the Silver Line's World Trade Center stop and a short ride from Logan Airport, with downtown and Back Bay a little further out. This page shows live hotel rates near the venue for your dates.
Who attends
Seafood buyers from retail, foodservice, import and export, wholesale, hotels and processing, meeting suppliers from around the world. Trade only for qualified seafood professionals; no one under 18.
Why book with Event Escapes
- Seafood Expo North America hotels sorted by distance to the Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center, from the Seaport to downtown and Back Bay
- Live rates for 7 to 9 March 2027, with dates you can change for exhibitor set-up or supplier meetings around the show
- Free-cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while your buying or exhibitor team is being confirmed
- An itemised company invoice emailed at booking, plus a group quote within 24 hours via our enquiry form for exhibitor and buyer teams
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 7 Mar to 9 Mar 2027
- Length
- 3 days, Sun to Tue
- Venue
- Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center
- City
- Boston, USA
- Airport
- BOS
- Organiser
- Diversified
- How often
- Annual
- Sector
- Food & Drink
Key facts (2026 edition)
- exhibiting companies
- 1,215
- exhibiting countries
- 50
- exhibition space
- 247,915 net sq ft
Figures published by the organiser.
Runs alongside: Seafood Processing North America
Event Escapes is independent of the organiser. We book your hotel; badges, tickets and stands are handled by the organiser.
Live rates near the venue
Hotels near Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center for Seafood Expo North America 2027
Plan your stay
Rates shown for a 3 night stay, Sat, Mar 6 → Tue, Mar 9, arriving the day before the fair opens, or choose your own dates above.
Hotel rates near major event venues rise as the dates approach and the closest hotels sell out first. Booking a free-cancellation rate early locks the price with no downside.
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Where should you eat during Seafood Expo North America?
The BCEC sits in the Seaport, which has grown into one of Boston's best eating districts - nearly everything below is within a 15-minute walk of the convention floor. Book client dinners early during big medical and tech conferences.
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Photo: Frank Lukovits / Google MapsWoods Hill Pier 4
New American / farm-to-table
Seaport waterfront, ~12 min walk from the BCEC
Harbor-view dining room on the historic Pier 4 site, sourcing from the owner's own farm - polished but relaxed, with the skyline across the water. A strong client-dinner pick.
Tip: Time your reservation for sunset over the harbor.
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Japanese / omakase
Leather District, ~15 min walk or 5 min cab from the BCEC
One of America's most acclaimed sushi restaurants - a tiny room serving an extraordinary nigiri-driven omakase. The splurge dinner for closing a major deal.
Tip: Budget seriously; the omakase is priced like the event it is.
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Seafood / oyster bar
Fort Point, 10 min walk from the BCEC
The 'workingman's oyster bar' from the Island Creek team - impeccable oysters, lobster rolls and an outstanding beer list in an industrial Fort Point space.
Tip: The warm buttered lobster roll edges the cold one.
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Greek / meze
Seaport, 10 min walk from the BCEC
Lively modern-Greek meze spot in the heart of the Seaport - shareable plates that work well for team dinners, with a big after-work scene.
Tip: Order meze in waves rather than all at once.
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Photo: James Hook & Co / Google MapsJames Hook & Co.
Seafood shack
Waterfront, between the BCEC and downtown
A no-frills family lobster shack on the channel since 1925 - lobster rolls and clam chowder to eat on the harborwalk between sessions.
Tip: Counter service only; a quick lunch, not a lingering one.
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Photo: Daisy Galindo Sastre / Google MapsFlour Bakery + Café
Bakery / cafe
Fort Point, 8 min walk from the BCEC
Joanne Chang's beloved bakery-cafe - sticky buns, excellent sandwiches and good coffee, and the most convenient quality breakfast near the convention center.
Tip: The sticky bun is famous for a reason; go before the mid-morning rush.
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Client dinner, team night out or a free day after Seafood Expo North America: bookable experiences in Boston, same account, same checkout.
While you're in Boston
Boston is one of America's great sports cities: Fenway Park is a pilgrimage in itself, the Celtics and Bruins share TD Garden all winter, and Marathon Monday in April transforms the whole city.
Boston Red Sox (Fenway Park)
Baseball at 1912-vintage Fenway Park is a bucket-list evening - the Green Monster seats and pre-game scene on Jersey Street are the classic experience.
Find ticketsBoston Celtics (TD Garden)
The NBA's most decorated franchise plays at TD Garden above North Station - easily reached from the Seaport/BCEC area.
Find ticketsBoston Bruins (TD Garden)
Original Six NHL hockey sharing TD Garden with the Celtics - on any winter night one of the two is usually at home.
Find ticketsBoston Marathon
The world's oldest annual marathon takes over the city on Patriots' Day - inspiring to watch, but expect road closures and full hotels that weekend.
Find ticketsFixtures recur each season; exact dates for your fair week are confirmed at ticket search.
How do you get to Seafood Expo North America?
From Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
- The venue says Logan is an eight minute taxi ride away
- The MBTA Silver Line runs from Logan to the World Trade Center stop across from the venue, and the venue says the ride from the airport is free, including a transfer to the Red Line at South Station
- The venue lists Silver Line hours of 06:30 to 01:00, seven days a week
- Early March can bring snow and flight delays to Boston, so a flexible or free-cancellation room is worth considering
By train and car
- South Station, with the Red Line, Commuter Rail and Amtrak, is about a 15 minute walk from the venue
- Amtrak's Northeast Corridor trains from New York and Washington arrive at South Station
- The venue has 1,300 attendee parking spaces in its South Lot, with a daily charge
- Taxis and rideshare drop off on East Side Drive, off Summer Street
How do you get around during Seafood Expo North America?
Getting to the show each day
- Show hours for 2027 are 10:00 to 17:00 on Sunday 7 and Monday 8 March and 10:00 to 15:00 on Tuesday 9 March
- Seaport hotels are within walking distance, and the Silver Line's World Trade Center stop is across the street from the venue
- The organiser ran a shuttle for the 2026 edition and lists its routes on the shuttle page; check it for 2027 before choosing a hotel further out
- Samples cannot leave the exhibit hall: the organiser confiscates them at the exits and donates them to charity
Around Boston in March
- March in Boston is cold and windy off the harbour, so pack a warm coat for the walk to the venue
- The Seaport District has plenty of seafood restaurants for client dinners, which fill quickly in show week
- Back Bay and downtown give more hotel choice, with the Red Line and Silver Line linking them to the Seaport via South Station
- Photography and recording are not allowed in the exhibit hall or conference sessions
Do you need a visa for Seafood Expo North America?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- Check the current US entry rules for your passport before you travel, as they can change at short notice
- Travellers from Visa Waiver Program countries normally need an approved ESTA instead of a visa; US Customs and Border Protection recommends applying as soon as you start preparing your travel plans, or before buying airline tickets
- You must hold an e-Passport, with an embedded chip, to travel under the Visa Waiver Program
eVisa / visa required
- If your country is not in the Visa Waiver Program you will normally need a US visitor visa from a US embassy or consulate, so check local appointment wait times early
- The organiser does not issue visa invitation letters; it suggests showing your registration confirmation and promotional material that shows the expo is a real event
- An ESTA or visa lets you travel, but US border officers decide on admission when you arrive
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for your whole stay, with your ESTA approval or visa linked to that passport
- Your Seafood Expo North America registration confirmation
- Your hotel booking and return or onward ticket, in case the border officer asks
US entry requirements change often, so verify the current rules on official US government websites or with your nearest US embassy before booking.
First time at Seafood Expo North America?
- Only qualified seafood industry professionals may attend; the show is business to business and not open to the public
- No one under 18, including infants, is allowed on the show floor, and there is no child care at the venue
- Register online through the organiser's registration site; your badge is separate from your hotel booking
- The conference programme needs a separate conference pass, and the 2027 programme was still being built when this guide was written
- Tuesday closes at 15:00, so book meetings with key suppliers for Sunday or Monday
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- The organiser's only endorsed hotel provider is onPeak, and it warns that other companies offering hotel help are not endorsed; compare its rates with the live rates here
- Seafood Processing North America, for equipment and packaging, runs at the same time and place, so plan time for both halls
- Visit the Wave Makers' Zone for chef demos and product showcases if you want a break from back to back meetings
Seafood Expo North America travel FAQs
When is Seafood Expo North America 2027?
Seafood Expo North America takes place 7 Mar to 9 Mar 2027 at Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center in Boston, USA.
Where is Seafood Expo North America held?
Seafood Expo North America is held at Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center in Boston, USA. The nearest airport is BOS.
When and where is Seafood Expo North America 2027?
Seafood Expo North America 2027 runs from Sunday 7 to Tuesday 9 March 2027 at the Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center, 415 Summer Street, Boston. It opens 10:00 to 17:00 on the first two days and 10:00 to 15:00 on the last day.
Is this the same venue as the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center?
Yes. The organiser notes that the Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center was formerly the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC), in the Seaport District.
Who can attend Seafood Expo North America?
Only qualified seafood industry professionals. It is a business to business event, not open to the public, and no one under 18 is allowed on the show floor.
Where should I stay?
The Seaport District is closest, within walking distance of the venue. Downtown and the Financial District are a short Silver Line or Red Line ride via South Station, and Back Bay offers the widest hotel choice further out.
Is Event Escapes the official hotel provider?
No. We are an independent hotel booking site with no affiliation with Diversified or the expo. The organiser endorses onPeak as its only hotel provider; compare its rates with the live rates here.
Can you quote for an exhibitor team?
Yes. Send us your group size and dates through the enquiry form and we will reply with a quote within 24 hours.
Register for your attendee badge
Your entry badge is separate from your hotel. Get it from the official Seafood Expo North America portal before you travel. We handle the travel; the event handles the badge.
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Which hotels are closest to Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center?
The closest hotels to the venue with the distance, the walk or ride time and an indicative nightly rate, refreshed weekly. Live prices for your exact dates are in the booking section above. Last checked 9 November 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambria Hotel Boston Downtown - Seaport★★★ | 1.0 km | ~5 min ride | $189 |
| The Revolution Hotel★★★ | 2.1 km | ~8 min ride | $114 |
More hotels close to Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Westin Boston Seaport District★★★★ | 0.2 km | ~3 min walk | $1,214 |
| Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport★★★★★ | 0.2 km | ~4 min walk | $817 |
| Seaport Hotel® Boston★★★★ | 0.4 km | ~7 min walk | $817 |
| InterContinental Boston by IHG★★★★★ | 1.0 km | ~5 min ride | $802 |
Event Escapes is a privately owned, independent company that provides accommodation and travel for trade fair visitors. We are not associated with, endorsed by or acting for Seafood Expo North America, its organisers or its promoters. Dates and venues can change. Verify with the official event site before booking travel.