The 2025 Yacht Show Circuit

From the Mediterranean to Miami, Dubai to Monaco, this year’s roster of yacht shows isn’t just about displaying the world’s finest superyachts—it’s a stage where the future of yachting takes shape. New launches, cutting-edge marine technology, sustainable design innovations, and the ever-growing lifestyle elements that define this industry are all on display.

Here’s what’s ahead on the 2025 yacht show circuit.

DUBAI INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW (FEBRUARY 19-23, 2025)
A desert oasis meets superyacht paradise—Dubai’s glittering waterfront spectacle is a 31-year-old institution at the forefront of marine innovation. From its Superyacht Avenue, where the industry’s titans unveil their latest masterpieces, to the Marine Luxury & Lifestyle pavilion, where opulence knows no bounds, Dubai has cemented itself as the Middle East’s premier yachting event. Expect top-tier networking, exclusive product launches, and an immersion into the UAE’s ultra-luxury lifestyle.

PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW (MARCH 19-23, 2025)
A quintessentially Palm Beach affair, this show blends Florida sunshine, white-sand beaches, and world-class yachting. With over 800 yachts and 600 brands on display, it’s a hotspot for those looking to buy, charter, or simply revel in the latest yachting tech. First held in 1982, the event has evolved into a must-attend showcase for serious buyers looking for their next vessel in an effortlessly glamorous setting.

MEDITERRANEAN YACHT SHOW – MEDYS (MAY 3-7, 2025)
If you speak the language of charter, you know that MEDYS in Nafplion, Greece is where the world’s finest crewed yachts come to impress. In just a decade, this Greek showcase has become the epicenter of the global charter industry, where brokers meticulously inspect fleets, meet crews, and experience firsthand the vessels that will define the next season. Set against the idyllic Aegean backdrop, MEDYS offers both business and pleasure in equal measure.

CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL (SEPTEMBER 9-14, 2025)
Cannes doesn’t do subtlety—nor does its yachting festival. An annual staple in the heart of the French Riviera, this six-day celebration attracts over 50,000 visitors, from seasoned brokers to first-time buyers. Here, yacht builders, designers, and industry leaders mingle in a setting where the Mediterranean serves as a stunning backdrop to billion-dollar deals. Luxury yachts ranging from 5 meters to 50+ meters line the harbor, while seminars, competitions, and VIP parties keep the energy high.

MONACO YACHT SHOW (SEPTEMBER 24-27, 2025)
No yacht show commands quite the same gravitas as Monaco. A gathering of the most powerful players in the industry, this event transforms Port Hercule into the epicenter of yachting influence. With 120 superyachts on display and over 560 exhibitors, this is where the elite meet to shape the future of charter, brokerage, new builds, and innovation. Expect jaw-dropping debuts, private viewings of the most coveted vessels on the market, and exclusivity at its finest.

FORT LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW – FLIBS (OCTOBER 29-NOVEMBER 2, 2025)
Bigger isn’t always better—unless you’re talking about FLIBS, the world’s largest in-water boat show. Spanning five days and showcasing over 1,300 boats, this Florida-based powerhouse event attracts both seasoned investors and casual onlookers looking to witness the latest in yachting evolution. The lineup? Everything from day cruisers to hybrid yachts, sportfishers to eco-friendly catamarans—a reflection of the industry’s ever-expanding possibilities.

Yacht shows aren’t just about the vessels—they’re about the deals, the networking, and the experiences that shape the industry. They set the tone for trends in design, sustainability, propulsion, and onboard innovation. And let’s not forget, they are also a playground for the ultra-wealthy, a showcase of status, and a front-row seat to the future of luxury living.

Whether you’re looking to charter, buy, or simply immerse yourself in the ever-evolving world of yachting, 2025’s calendar is stacked with events worth attending. The question is—which one will you set sail for?