The Best Yacht Shows Around the World in 2026—From Monaco to Miami

Once you visit a yacht show, you try not to miss the next one. The reason is simple: the idea of seeing many superyachts in one place is irresistible. Visiting the largest events, such as the Monaco Yacht Show, DIBS, and Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is akin to enjoying a multi-day music festival, albeit with superyachts instead of headlining acts. They gather tens of thousands of people, take place in the world’s most stunning marinas and are accompanied by a packed program featuring industry conferences, networking events, supercar showcases, luxury lifestyle brands, and afterparties. Then, there are more boutique events like the CROYA Yacht Charter Show and the Tyba Yacht Charter Show, giving you a more in-depth immersion into specialized aspects of yachting. These are the top yacht shows in the world to visit in 2026.

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, US 

When: October 28 – November 1, 2026

FLIBS is huge. But what else would you expect from the largest in-water boat show in the world? Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is a five-week celebration of yachting that takes place on the spectacular shores of Florida‘s Atlantic coast. No other boat show on the planet beats the FLIBS numbers. There are over 1,300 boats on display across 90 acres of exhibition space, including seven marinas and six miles of floating docks. 2026 is expected to bring over 100,000 visitors.

The show’s centerpiece is the Superyacht Village at Pier Sixty-Six South, where participants can browse hundreds of yachts, meet brokers and check out the latest tenders and water toys. Apart from the superyacht and luxury yacht charters, FLIBS showcases a wide range of boats, including personal watercraft, sailboats, cabin cruisers and sportfishing yachts. It’s the place to be for all the seafarers. The recently added Windward VIP Club adds an exclusive touch to the experience. 

Monaco Yacht Show

When: 23 – 26 September, 2026

Reflecting the ultra-luxurious lifestyle of one of the world’s tiniest countries, the Monaco Yacht Show is Europe’s best event for superyachts and megayachts. Taking place at the stunning Port Hercules, the show allows you to see the 4-billion-dollar-worth of boats at one spot. Year after year, the Monaco Yacht Show isn’t shy of breaking industry media headlines with the world’s largest and most sophisticated yachts on display. Like the F1 Grand Prix—another top event held in the Principality—the show transforms everyday life in the Mediterranean country.

There will be over 120 superyachts displayed in 2026 at the Dockside Area, including the stunning over-50-meter vessels from Benetti, Azimut, and Oceanco. The Monaco Yacht Show is also about a luxurious maritime lifestyle. The Sapphire Experience gives you a VIP pass to the show, and the Upper Deck Lounge provides stylish dining. Port Hercules is right in the heart of the country, with all the Michelin-starred restaurants, splendid Monte-Carlo neighborhood, and sea-facing five-star hotels steps away. 

Mediterranean Yacht Show, Greece

When: 2 – 6 May, 2026

Taking place in early May, the Mediterranean Yacht Show is the world’s largest crewed yacht charter show. It’s the event by industry insiders for the industry insiders, bringing together charter yacht owners and brokers in the historic port of Nafplion in the Peloponnese. As for the location, the setting next to the Venetian fortifications and the neoclassical Old Town is absolutely magical. Nafplion is a charming port town and the first capital of the Greek Republic. This trade-only event features over 100 superyachts and their crews, and over 15 brokerage houses. In other words, it’s unmissable for anyone in the chartering business. Traditionally, the 2026 edition will feature a Chef’s Competition, which honors the culinary creativity of the best maritime chefs.  

Miami International Boat Show, US

When: 11 – 15 February, 2026

Yacht living is a part of Miami’s ethos. In February, the world’s top superyachts moor at the IGY Yacht Haven Grande Miami. The show is among the largest boat-themed events in the USA, attracting over 100,000 participants and encompassing four locations in South Beach and Downtown. The 2025 edition featured such superyachts as SilverYachts’ BOLD (85 meters), Lurssen’s MARGUERITE (61 meters), and Feadship’s TASIA (48 meters). The land show is at the Miami Beach Convention Center, where you can find hundreds of smaller boats on display, as well as marine equipment, a luxurious retail pavilion and accessories. Unlike Monaco or Dubai yacht shows, which take place in a single location, MUBS requires prior transportation planning to cover venues dispersed around Miami. 

Tyba Yacht Charter Show, Turkey

When: 7 – 11 May, 2026

Turkey is an emerging star of luxury yacht charters. Its Turquoise Coast is filled with fantastic beaches, ancient ruins, and historic ports. Tyba Yacht Charter Show is a professional event for choosing the best regional charter vessels. It is a meeting place for industry insiders, gathering the yacht owners, brokers and crews in the picturesque Marmaris marina. 40+ Turkish luxurious yacht charter operators are set to present their vessels in 2026. Similar to the Mediterranean Yacht Show, a Chef’s competition is organized during the event. 

Cannes Yachting Festival, France

When: 8 – 13 September 2026

While the Cannes Film Festival attracts the world’s most famous movie stars, the motorboats are the main celebrities of the Cannes Yachting Festival. This 6-day event is the industry’s premier gathering of large sailboats. Each September, it takes over two iconic Cannes marinas: the picture-perfect Vieux Port in the heart of the Old Town and the elegant Port Canto. In 2026, the program promises 700 boats, 5 to 50 meters, and over 50,000 visitors. Over 300 12- to 45-meter vessels will be presented at the Vieux Port, including motorboats, sailing boats, and RIBs. Port Canto hosts over 100 10- to 30-meter sailboats, and the Toys and Brokerage areas. And it’s not Cannes without the red carpet—the legendary Palais de Festivals on Boulevard de Croisette will become an exhibition ground for high-end maritime lifestyle brands and nautical products. 

Palm Beach International Boat Show, US

When: 25 – 29 March, 2026

Organized a month after the Miami International Boat Show, the Palm Beach offers a similar variety of superyachts on display, but with much easier navigation. One location—Flagler Drive in Downtown West Palm Beach—allows you to comfortably visit all the boats in one place, without the need to commute around the city. With over 1000 vessels on display, you’re in for a treat. The Superyacht Show at Palm Harbor is where you find the largest yachts. Last year, the show hosted Benetti’s 63.5-meter MOCA and Proteksan’s 50-meter MOSAIQUE, for example. The show also features the visitor-favorite area called the AquaZone, where you can watch aquabatic demonstrations and browse the innovative water sports and marine products. If you’re craving exclusivity, you can opt for the Windward VIP Club pass with access to the open bar and gourmet food during the show hours. 

CROYA Yacht Charter Show, Croatia

When: 28 September – 1 October, 2026

The youngest event on the list, the CROYA Yacht Charter Show aims to become the premier trade-only event, focused on Adriatic yachting. Serving as a substitute for the cancelled Croatia Yacht Show, CROYA is a luxury charter show. The location is Zapadna obala in Split, offering a marvelous vista of the UNESCO-protected Diocletian’s Palace and the city’s vibrant Riva promenade. 40 private yacht charters will be on display, with boats ranging from 20 to 55 meters. Split is also known as the gateway to the spectacular Croatian islands. The timing of CROYA coincides with the end of the Monaco Yacht Show, allowing brokers to continue with a more relaxed Croatian yachting afterparty. 

Superyacht Technology Show 2026, Spain

When: 10 – 11 March, 2026

One of Europe’s most interesting yacht-themed events on land, the Superyacht Technology Show is an independent event that focuses on the technological side of the maritime industry. It positions itself as a networking and learning experience, and features over 100 exhibitors. The present and the future of superyacht technology are on display at the grandiose World Trade Center Barcelona. The location is close to the city’s most iconic sights, such as the Gothic Quarter, La Rambla Street, L’Aquàrium de Barcelona, and Barceloneta Beach. Free entry for industry professionals and general visitors is also a plus. 

Dubai International Boat Show, UAE

When: 8 – 12 April, 2026

Monaco and Dubai are in tough competition for the planet’s most luxurious superyacht show. Both offer billion-dollar fleets of impressive superyachts on display, and both come with an ultra-luxury-themed program. Starting as a modest locally-oriented boat event in the ’90s, today, the Dubai International Boat Show welcomes some of the world’s most impressive and gargantuan superyachts. Azimut, Sanlorenzo, Ferretti, Heesen, SilverYachts—these are the renowned shipbuilders that will showcase their over-50-meter yachts on the show in 2026. DIBS takes place in a gorgeous Dubai Harbour, a stunning modern marina between the Palm Jumeirah and Marina Dubai neighborhoods. Similar to Monaco, you’ve got a wide choice of exclusive hotels alongside the venue (including the world’s tallest five-star stunner Cielo) and Michelin-starred restaurants to visit.