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The Palm Beach International Boat Show returns March 25–29, 2026, along Flagler Drive in downtown West Palm Beach, Florida. Owned by the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County and produced by Informa Markets, the show features hundreds of boats and yachts from superyachts to sportfishing vessels, inflatables to center consoles, along with marine products, technology, and lifestyle exhibits. Past editions have drawn more than 55,000 visitors and showcased $1.2 billion in superyachts, accessories, and marine technology. The Palm Beach International Boat Show draws yacht owners, captains, builders, and boating enthusiasts alike.
For 2026, the Palm Beach International Boat Show is scheduled for Wednesday, March 25, through Sunday, March 29, in West Palm Beach, Florida, following the addition of an extra day in 2025. The show typically runs into the evening on weekdays and Saturday, with an earlier close on Sunday.
Flagler Drive: The main show features the waterfront docks and exhibits lining Flagler Drive and the Intracoastal Waterway, with onshore pavilions and tents for marine and boating lifestyle products and services.
The Superyacht Show at Palm Harbor includes many of the largest superyachts exhibiting at the show. Access is included in all general admission ticket purchases.
The show features a variety of events and experiences throughout its run to appeal to families, casual visitors, boating professionals, and captains and crew. Check with the show for an updated list of events and activities.
The Aquazone: Presented by Nautical Ventures, the Aquazone offers demonstrations of various watersports and marine products. Open show hours: demos begin one hour after show opening and conclude one hour before the show closes.
Culinary experiences: Proof of the Pudding has partnered with the show and corporate executive head chef, Vagn Nielsen, to provide more than 75 food concessions and cuisines, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free offerings. Several bars are scattered throughout the show, including Goslings’ Dark ‘N Stormy Island Bar and the Anheuser-Busch Island Barge + Beer Garden.
Windward VIP Club: A premium open bar, gourmet food, and luxury pop-up activations in an indoor and outdoor lounge at the Lakeside Pavilion on Flagler Drive. Open during show hours.
Purchase tickets online in advance. Prices start at $37 for a one-day pass. Children under six enter for free. Visit the official show website for full pricing and details.
Preferred and valet parking are available at the show, along with nearby municipal parking garages and privately owned lots. Traffic can be heavy, and parking is in demand, so arrive early. For more parking information, check out the show page.
Brightline: The Brightline train stops at the nearby Brightline West Palm Beach station, which is close enough to walk to the show or take the provided show shuttle.
Show shuttles: PBIBS also offers complimentary boat show shuttles from the station to the show from various locations, including the Brightline station, in Palm Beach. Look for signposted Sprinter vans or ICON electric golf carts.
Taxi/Rideshare: Traffic will be heavy, but taxis, Uber, and Lyft are available, with heavy demand and event or surge pricing likely in effect.
Only ADA-certified service animals are permitted on the docks of the boat show.
All boat show ticket sales are final — no refunds are permitted unless the boat show is canceled.
Veterans and active-duty military can attend the show for free on Sunday, March 29, but an ID and proof must be submitted to the show to qualify. Access cannot be extended to friends and family.
Vessel access at the boat show is subject to the discretion of the yacht exhibitor, manufacturer, or broker. For specific requests, consider reaching out to the exhibitor in advance of the show.