Why VIP Night Is the Best Time to Shop the Tulsa Boat Show (And How to Get In)
The 2026 Tulsa Boat & RV Show is right around the corner, and if you’re serious about exploring the newest models—or even purchasing before spring—there’s one event you don’t want to miss: Nichols Marine’s VIP Night.
Held on January 8th from 6–9 PM at the Arvest Convention Center, VIP Night offers early access to our full 2026 lineup before the crowds arrive. Whether you’re a seasoned boater or shopping for your very first model, here’s why VIP Night is the smart (and stress-free) way to shop the Tulsa Boat Show.
1. First Access to the New 2026 Models
The official show dates don’t begin until January 9th, meaning VIP Night attendees get a full evening to explore this year’s boats—one day before the general public.
Featured brands on display include:
- Chaparral
- Bennington
- MasterCraft
- Robalo
- Vexus
- Caymas
- Evotti Tritoons (New for 2026)
VIP Night gives you uninterrupted time to compare layouts, features, performance packages, and surf, pontoon, fishing, and family boat options—all without being shoulder-to-shoulder with thousands of attendees.
2. A Quiet, Relaxed Buying Environment
The weekend show floor gets busy—especially on Friday night and all day Saturday.
VIP Night is intentionally designed to be the opposite.
No crowds.
No long lines.
No pressure.
It’s the ideal setting to take your time, walk through models, and talk directly with the Nichols Marine team. You can sit at the helm, get a feel for the interior, look at storage, explore tech features, and ask questions at your own pace.
3. Dedicated Walkthroughs With Our Team
During the main show, our staff is constantly rotating through conversations, walkthroughs, and answering questions from multiple shoppers at once.
VIP Night is different.
You’re able to get one-on-one time with our product specialists, sales leaders, and brand experts. It’s your chance to dive deeper into:
- Model comparisons
- Build options
- Engine packages
- Surf systems
- Financing and ordering timelines
- What’s arriving for 2026
If you want real guidance—not just a quick walk-through—VIP Night is built for you.
4. Better Positioning for Spring Delivery
Spring and early-summer inventory sells quickly every year. If you’re considering a new boat for the 2026 season, VIP Night gives you an earlier window to secure availability before high-demand models are gone.
This is especially important for:
- MasterCraft surf boats
- Bennington & Evotti tritoons
- High-demand center consoles and bass boats
- Certain Chaparral layouts
- Limited-run builds from Vexus and Caymas
Attending early puts you ahead of the rush.
5. Be the First to See the All-New Evotti Tritoons
2026 marks the debut of Evotti, a new premium tritoon brand engineered for comfort, design, and performance.
VIP Night is your earliest opportunity to explore this lineup in person and experience the features, build quality, and engineering that set Evotti apart.
6. It’s Completely Free—Just RSVP
VIP Night is a private event, but there’s no cost to attend.
All you need to do is reserve your spot.
RSVP for Tulsa VIP Night – January 8th (6–9 PM)
➡️ https://nicholsboatshow.com/
Once your RSVP is submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation with all event details.
Final Thoughts
The Tulsa Boat & RV Show is one of the biggest boating events of the year—and VIP Night is your chance to experience it the best way possible: early, calm, and with full access to the models and team that can help you make the right buying decision.
Whether you’re exploring your options or ready to secure a 2026 model before spring, VIP Night is the smartest way to start your boat show experience.
We look forward to seeing you there.