More than 25,000 boating enthusiasts turn out for the Minneapolis Boat Show
by National Marine Manufacturers Association 25 Jan 2024 15:59 PST
Discover Boating Minneapolis Boat Show © National Marine Manufacturers Association
The 2024 Discover Boating Minneapolis Boat Show, in partnership with Progressive Insurance, reports strong crowds during its 4-day run, attracting more than 25,000 attendees. Overall, feedback from exhibitors has been positive, with several reporting solid sales and leads from the show, particularly among entry-level buyers.
"We outpaced pre-Covid sales and are satisfied with the results of this year's boat show following a record 2023 selling year," noted John Wooden, President, River Valley Marine. "We were pleasantly surprised with the amount of entry level price point buyers. We look forward to returning in 2025."
"Hannay's had a good 2024 Minneapolis Boat Show, with sales up across our aluminum fishing boats, fiberglass fishing boats, and pontoons," said Tom Ferdinandt of Hannay's Marine.
"We were happy to see the crowds return and bring business to our exhibitors," said Darren Envall, Vice President, Discover Boating Midwest Shows. "Determined boat buyers came ready to shop and talk with dealers, and our marine accessories and equipment exhibitors are reporting a successful show, with many boat owners who entered the market recently coming to the boat show to outfit their boating lifestyle."
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