Why Wait for the Boat Show? Your Dream Boat is Ready Now at Grander Marine

Boat show season is an exciting time of year! Whether you're planning to attend the 2026 Miami Boat Show, the Biloxi show, the Mobile show, the Emerald Coast show, or our local event at The Wharf in Orange Beach, there's nothing quite like seeing the latest models, innovations, and marine technology all in one place. We always encourage boaters to attend these shows—they're fantastic for education, inspiration, and staying connected to the boating community.

But here's something important to consider: if you're serious about getting on the water this spring and summer, waiting until the boat shows to make your purchase could mean missing out on the best months of the boating season.

The Reality of Boat Production in 2025

The marine industry has seen some significant shifts recently. With natural economic adjustments and more measured production schedules, boat manufacturers are running leaner operations. While this ensures quality craftsmanship, it also means longer lead times—often 6 months or more for custom orders and popular models.

Let's do the math: If you order at a boat show in March or later, you're looking at a late summer or fall delivery at the earliest. That means you've missed the entire prime boating season. Order now in January to ensure you have a boat by summer, enjoying those perfect months on the Gulf with your family.

Grander Marine's Inventory Advantage—Right Now

Here's the good news: Grander Marine has strong inventory right now across all four of our locations. Each location offers a unique selection of premium brands including Yellowfin, Caymas, Invincible, Bertram, Sea Born, Bennington, and Sailfish—and our team can help you find exactly what you're looking for, whether it's in stock at your nearest location or available at one of our other Gulf Coast locations.

We've also seen strong activity in our pre-owned inventory. Quality used boats are moving quickly, and with production slowing industry-wide, inventory levels that look healthy today won't stay that way for long. When boats sell out, they're not being replaced as quickly as they have been in previous years.

The Bottom Line

Attend the boat shows—absolutely! They're incredible experiences and we love seeing our boating community come together. We'll be at several shows this year and would love to see you there. But if you're ready to make a decision, don't let the boat show calendar delay your purchase.

The boat you want is here now. The financing is available now. And most importantly, the 2025 boating season is just around the corner.

Visit any of our four Gulf Coast locations—two in Orange Beach, Alabama, and one each in Panama City and Port St. Joe, Florida—to see our full inventory. Our experienced sales team can walk you through everything from brand comparisons to financing options, helping you find the perfect boat for your family.

Don't let this season slip away. Let's get you on the water.

Contact Grander Marine today and start your 2025 boating season the right way—early and often.