Many of the world’s most prestigious marinas and locations host annual superyacht events. These spectacular shows attract some of the biggest names in the industry and offer the chance for owners, buyers, brokers, Captains, and crew to network and get up close and personal with some of the most impressive yachts on the water. If you wish to attend a show this year, mark these dates off in your diary.

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DATES FOR THE DIARY: 2023 SUPERYACHT EVENTS

Photo Credit: Dubai International Boat Show

1^st-5^th March 2023: Dubai International Boat Show

The UAE’s most star-studded and prestigious superyacht event returns for five days in early March to bring you all the best in high-end yachts and luxury lifestyle products. The Dubai International Boat Show (DIBS) is now a firm fixture on the superyacht events circuit, attracting more than 25,000 visitors annually. It will be held at Dubai Harbour, a phenomenal location with 1,100 berths and the capacity to host superyachts and mega yachts to a length of 160m.

Photo Credit: Palm Beach Boat Show

23^rd-26^th March 2023: Palm Beach Boat Show

South Flagler Drive in Florida is the location for the 2023 Palm Beach Boat Show, one of the circuit’s most popular events and one sure to attract all that’s hot in the world of luxury brands and yachting. This four-day show brings together leading yacht builders, shipyards, and charter companies and is the ideal chance to step onboard and tour many of the most spectacular superyachts on the market.

24^th-27^th April 2023: MYBA Charter Show

To glimpse some of the most extravagant superyachts available for charter, head across to Port Vell in Barcelona this April. The MYBA Charter Show is a firm favourite on the international superyacht events circuit and attracts a lot of attention. This trade-only event is not open to the public and offers the opportunity to attend networking events, talk to brokers, and view many impressive charter vessels.

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27^th-30^th April: Palma Boat Show

Head over to beautiful Palma in Mallorca for the annual boat show, which traditionally marks the start of the Mediterranean cruising season. View a wide range of motor yachts and superyachts, speak to yachting service suppliers, brokers, and exhibitors, and meet others planning to cruise the Med this summer.

29^th April – 3^rd May 2023: The Mediterranean Yacht Show

If you run luxury charters in Greece, jet off to Nafplion for the annual Mediterranean Yacht Show held in late April. This event showcases a wide selection of luxury charter yachts. It also gives brokers a chance to learn more about yachting in Greece, meet Captains and crew, and gain a real insight into the extravagant Mediterranean lifestyle guests can expect.

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5^th-9^th May 2023: TYBA Luxury Charter Show

The spotlight turns to 360 Yachting’s idyllic hometown of Gocek between the 5^th and 9^th of May for the Turkish Yacht Brokers Association (TYBA) industry-only yacht charter event. Held at Gocek D Marina, this annual show is in its fifth year and gives brokers and trade professionals a chance to tour a wide selection of luxury motor yachts, traditional Turkish gulets, and other high-end vessels. Learn more about the country, tourism, and yachting in Türkiye, network, and meet with the 360 Yachting team.

Cannes

12^th-17^th September 2023: Cannes Yachting Festival

Mark the 12^th-17^th of September off in your diary for the Cannes Yachting Festival – a firm industry favourite. As one of the circuit’s largest and most prestigious events, it traditionally attracts more than 700 luxury superyachts split between its famous Port Canto and Vieux Port marinas. Meet the shipbuilders, speak to brokers, or take a sea trial and gain real insight into elite yachting and lifestyle at its very best.

21^st-26^th September 2023: Genova International Boat Show

More than 100,000 industry professionals are expected to attend the 63^rd International Boat Show in Genova this September. This popular trade event showcases an impressive selection of motor yachts, Italian luxury lifestyle brands, and nautical services.

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27^th-30^th September 2023: Monaco Yacht Show

The iconic Port Hercule hosts the industry’s most spectacular annual event this year, to be held between the 27^th and 30^th of September 2023. All eyes are on the marina, where many of the world’s most extravagant superyachts gather for four days of ultimate VIP indulgence. Take tours of some of the most impressive superyachts on the market, speak to brokers, designers, Captains and crew, and talk to the 600+ exhibitors expected to attend.

25^th-29^th October 2023: Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

Fort Lauderdale will once again host the superyacht circuit’s largest in-water boat show this autumn, from the 25^th to the 29^th of October. A vast array of sailing vessels, sports yachts and other luxury ships will attend, spread across the site’s seven locations. The event traditionally attracts more than 100,000 visitors eager to network, view the latest ship builder’s designs, socialise, and speak to the various exhibitors.