Three BALI catamarans for Annapolis
BALI Catamarans says the 4.2, 5.2 and 5.8 will form its display at the 2026 Annapolis Sailboat Show. The event runs from 15 to 18 October at City Dock, placing three different sizes from the brand's current range in front of one of North America's most focused sailing audiences.
For prospective buyers, the three-model line-up creates a useful progression in size and accommodation. Visitors can compare how BALI's open-plan cruising concept changes from the smaller 4.2 through the larger 5.2 and 5.8 without having to rely on separate dealer visits or specification sheets.
A strong fit for the US cruising market
Annapolis has long been an important event for sailing catamarans because its visitors include experienced cruising owners, liveaboard sailors and buyers preparing for longer passages. That audience tends to scrutinise practical features such as cockpit protection, galley layout, storage, helm access and ease of movement around the deck.
BALI's product philosophy is closely aligned with those priorities, particularly its emphasis on connected interior and exterior living spaces. Showing three models together should make it easier for buyers to assess whether additional length brings meaningful benefits for their intended cruising programme.
Owners get a dedicated evening event
BALI is also planning a Pink Party for existing owners at the Annapolis stand on Friday 16 October. The owners-only event will include live music, refreshments and time with the BALI team, adding a community element to the builder's show presence rather than treating the event purely as a sales exhibition.
Owner gatherings can be commercially useful because prospective buyers often pay close attention to the experiences of people already operating the boats. A strong owner community can also reinforce confidence in after-sales support, cruising knowledge and the longer-term relationship surrounding the brand.
Four days to compare the range
The Annapolis show gives visitors four days to inspect the three models and speak with BALI representatives and distributors. That direct access is especially useful in the multihull market, where interior volume and circulation can feel very different aboard the boat compared with drawings or photography.
For Luxury Yacht Guide readers considering sub-24-metre cruising catamarans, the BALI display will therefore provide a concentrated opportunity to compare three distinct ownership propositions at one venue. The show runs from 15 to 18 October 2026.
Official sources: www.bali-catamarans.com.
