The 6th Annual Boat Show on the Bay is set to return to USS Alabama Memorial Park in Mobile, Alabama, from March 27 to 29, 2026. Located at 2703 Battleship Pkwy, the event will feature live music headlined by Justin Jeansonne, a singer-songwriter and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, with special guest Ryan Dyer. The show will also include over 100 vendors, boat dealers, an inshore fishing tournament, a corn hole tournament, and other activities.
Justin Jeansonne will perform live on Saturday, March 28, from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., with Ryan Dyer opening from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Jeansonne's music blends country with southern Alabama soul and rock, backed by bandmates Dayton Olson on harmonica, Dylan Heflin on drums, and Maison Faulk on bass. Tickets are available through Eventbrite.
Saturday's activities are themed "Power Meets Play Day," sponsored by Gulf Coast Suzuki, featuring high-performance boats, marine engines, and entertainment. The event is kid- and pet-friendly, with hours Friday 12–6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m. (concert 6:30–10 p.m.), and Sunday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. A full list of exhibitors and sponsors is available on the exhibitors page and sponsors page.
The boat show highlights the Gulf Coast's maritime culture and provides a platform for boating enthusiasts to explore new products and connect with industry experts. The inclusion of live music from a veteran musician adds a unique cultural dimension, drawing both boating fans and music lovers. For attendees, the event offers a chance to experience waterfront views while engaging with the local community.
