Boat season is back! Southwest Florida is gearing up for a great lineup of events in 2025 and 2026. Fish Tale Boats is excited to be a big part of the action! If you haven’t attended a boat show (or just can’t wait to get back), this article will highlight the best events of the year and walk you through a boat show schedule so you know which events are right for you!
Whether you want to see the latest boat releases or just want to meet other boaters and talk fishing or family fun, there’s something for everyone this boat show season.
Boat Show Schedule 2025/2026
Fish Tale Boats is proud to take part in some of the most anticipated boat show events in South Florida this season. Here’s a look at a few events you’ll want to add to your calendar!
Ride & Decide 2025 Open House
Join us right here at Fish Tale Boats at our Fort Myers location on Saturday, October 25, from 9 am to 5 pm to see our newest models of 16’ to 45’ boats from Grady-White, Robalo, and Chaparral. Take a quick look at what we’ll have on deck:
- Free food and refreshments from Jack’s Food Truck and The Brew Bus.
- A limited supply of complimentary tickets to the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show.
- Our very first Fish Tale Club meeting is at 11 am.
- Meet & greet with the Fish Tale Boats team, and a chance to take a boat out the next day!
2025 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
Just a few days after Fish Tale Boats’ Open House, it is one of the largest 2025-2026 boat shows in South Florida. Taking place from October 29 to November 2, the Marine Industries Association of South Florida welcomes boat enthusiasts to check out over 1,300 boats in the marinas and villages around Fort Lauderdale at the popular event.
Plan your visit early, as the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show draws over 100,000 people each year.
2025 Fort Myers Boat Show
For over 50 years, the Fort Myers Boat Show has drawn in casual to experienced boaters from around Southwest Florida. This year, Fish Tale Boats will join the 4-day event, which takes place from Thursday, November 13, to Sunday, November 16. It’s $20 to get in, but children under 15 can go with their family for free. Expect live music, tasty treats, and a chance to learn more about anything from the latest technology to this year’s best boats!
Plan Your Boat Show Season Schedule
These are just the first of many exciting events coming up in 2025 & 2026. If you’d like to learn more about other boat show events in the area or around the USA, chat with Fish Tale Boats staff in-store or at an event. You can also look at our full boat show schedule here!
