Local dealers highlight new boats and gear at 2026 Kalamazoo Boat Show

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — It’s a good weekend for boat enthusiasts; the 2026 Kalamazoo Boat Show was in full swing on Saturday.

Held at the Kalamazoo County Expo Center, organizers said it’s Kalamazoo’s premier boating event.

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Southwest Michigan area marine dealers displayed boats, pontoons, docks, lifts, and nearly any product boaters might need on the water.

Organizers also said this is the perfect time to host the event, even though it’s the middle of winter.

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“First off, the dealers aren’t busy servicing their customers during the winter, but the most important thing is if you want a boat for the spring and you want to custom order it, you have to order it this time of year in order for it to be built for the summer so now is the right time to come out and buy it,” said Kerry Moore, the show’s director…

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