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International boating events in 2026: an overview of the most important dates
Look forward to a varied yachting and boating year in 2026 with numerous international highlights. Renowned boat and yacht shows around the world invite you to discover new models, follow trends and experience the hustle and bustle of harbours and trade fairs. These events are established meeting places for the industry and combine technology, design and lifestyle. Below you will find a selection of the most important international boat events throughout the year.
The most important events are spread across different regions and target groups throughout the year. The Helsinki International Boat Show takes place from 6 to 15 February 2026 and is particularly relevant for the Northern European market. This is followed by the Miami International Boat Show from 11 to 15 February 2026, one of the largest and highest-grossing boat events in the world. At the end of March, the Palm Beach International Boat Show from 25 to 29 March 2026 attracts a particularly affluent international audience.
In spring, the focus will be on the international luxury and superyacht market with the Dubai International Boat Show from 8 to 12 April 2026. The European season will kick off with the Palma International Boat Show from 29 April to 2 May 2026, a central meeting place for buyers, owners and brokers in the Mediterranean region. May will see further important events such as the ancora YACHTFESTIVAL from 8 to 10 May 2026 on the Baltic Sea and the Venice Boat Show, which traditionally takes place at the end of May 2026.
Late summer and autumn are considered the highlight of the international yachting year. The Cannes Yachting Festival from 8 to 13 September 2026 transforms the harbour into a floating exhibition full of innovations and new products. Immediately afterwards, the Monaco Yacht Show from 23 to 26 September 2026 sets standards in the superyacht segment and attracts visitors from all over the world. The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show from 28 October to 1 November 2026 will provide an atmospheric finale, before the German-speaking market can once again experience the maritime trade fair atmosphere with BOOT & FUN Berlin from 26 to 29 November 2026.
These events are about more than just boats and yachts. They offer inspiration, personal encounters, new perspectives and a real holiday feeling – even in the middle of the city. Whether in the Mediterranean, on the Baltic Sea or in international metropolises: each trade fair has its own character and its own special atmosphere. Anyone who loves the maritime lifestyle will find the perfect opportunity here to immerse themselves, discover new things and get in the mood for the coming season.
