As a Bootblack-focused event, put on by Bootblacks and for Bootblacks, Bootblack Round-Up increases the visibility of Bootblacks in the community, provides a gathering place for Bootblacks to exchange ideas, learn build camaraderie and supports the broader community through our fundraising efforts and support of each other.
BBRU will run from Friday July 10th-Sunday July 12th 2026. This weekend conference includes lunch and snacks provided by the hotel, Bootblack oppurtunities, classes, parties, games, socials, pool party, Keynote dinner and much more.
*If you purchase a full weekend pass and stay at the hotel, all meals and snacks are included as well as the Keynote dinner.
This year BBRU will be held at the Maritime Conference Center in Linthicum Heights, just outside of Baltimore. As the host hotel, the Maritime offers the following rates:
Single Occupancy-$131
Double Occupancy-$168
Triple Occupancy-$205
Quad Occupancy-$242
Hotel stay includes buffet style Breakfast and Dinner, shuttle service, acess to the indoor pool, gym and much more. Please see the hotel website for all other services and amentities.
Here is the link to get your room with our room block. Just mention BBRU when you book:
Book your room here
Maritime Conference Center - MITAGS Near Baltimore MD (mccbwi.org)
*Your registration ticket includes lunch and snacks. Hotel stay includes breakfast and dinner.
*There will be no refunds once tickets have purchsed.
