Innovation Award Entries Due December 11
Published on December 5, 2025
The Discover Boating® Minneapolis Boat Show®, in partnership with Progressive® Insurance, is accepting entries for the 2026 Innovation Awards through December 11. The annual awards honor excellence and innovation in new marine products, highlighting advancements that move the recreational boating industry forward.
This year’s program features five product categories:
- Aluminum and Non-Fiberglass
- Fishing Boats Fiberglass
- Fishing Boats
- Pontoon Boats Furnishings
- Electric Boats (20 feet and under)
Entrants gain valuable exposure before and during the show, including:
- Innovation Award signage identifying products as cutting-edge to attendees and industry stakeholders
- Product review by leading marine journalists
- Recognition in the official Show Guide
- Display along Innovation Way, where all entered products are showcased in a secondary exhibit area
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Entries are open through Dec. 11, 2025. Any contracted exhibitor that meets the program’s Rules and Regulations may enter. For full program details, visit the Minneapolis Innovation Awards webpage.
Contact NMMA’s Rachel Harmon at rharmon@nmma.org with questions.
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