Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2026 guide: Discover the world’s largest in-water yacht show with Edmiston
The 67th Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), from 28 October to 1 November 2026, is where the world's most serious yacht buyers and charterers converge. Spanning seven venues and featuring over 1,300 vessels, FLIBS is the defining superyacht marketplace in the Americas. This guide reveals how to experience the Fort Lauderdale yacht show at its highest level, including private viewings, VIP experiences with Edmiston and Caribbean charter opportunities secured right on the dockside.
With the largest concentration of yachts in the Americas, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2026 (FLIBS) is one of the most important dates in the international yachting calendar and the largest in-water boat show in the world.
Taking place from 28 October to 1 November 2026, FLIBS brings together leading shipyards, brokerage houses and an extensive fleet of yachts for sale and charter. With an estimated economic impact of $1.79bn across Florida, it remains a key meeting point for the global superyacht industry.
Coinciding with the start of the Florida and Caribbean season, the show is also an opportunity to view some of the most notable yachts in the region, discuss your next acquisition or sale, or begin planning a winter charter with Edmiston.
What to expect at the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show 2026
Spanning nearly 90 acres, the 67th edition of FLIBS is expected to attract over 100,000 visitors, who will be able to view over 1,300 yachts and 1,000 marine brands across seven distinct venues.
The Bahia Mar Yachting Center is the social heart of the show, where guests can dine in waterfront restaurants and soak up the atmosphere of this year-round luxury resort between yacht viewings.
The largest and most prized yachts will, as ever, be found in the Superyacht Village, within the prestigious Pier Sixty-Six Hotel & Marina complex, where Edmiston’s expert brokers can help facilitate meetings with some of the world’s best superyacht designers and shipyards to help get your next project off the ground.
Guests can also explore luxury tenders and the latest superyacht toys, while VIP ticket holders can relax and recharge in the Windward VIP Lounge.
Experience the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2026 with Edmiston
The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is best experienced with expert guidance. With an experienced team of brokers on the ground throughout the week, Edmiston can arrange yacht viewings, meetings and appointments around your schedule, helping you make the most of your time at the show.
Supported by private chauffeur services from Range Rover and VIP tender transfers with Wajer, we can also help make moving between meetings and yachts as seamless as possible, leaving you free to focus on the conversations and opportunities that matter.
Yacht builders & designers at the Fort Lauderdale Yacht Show
Further details of new yacht launches, design collaborations and show debuts will be announced in the lead-up to FLIBS 2026, which brings together leading shipyards including Feadship and Damen Yachting alongside some of the most significant yachts on the market. Among those already confirmed to attend is the 92.9m Oceanco DRAAK.
Edmiston will also be presenting a substantial fleet of yachts throughout the show, with further details of our line-up to be announced soon.
Beyond the yachts on display, FLIBS is an important opportunity to meet with brokers, shipyards and designers, explore developments in yacht design and technology, and discuss new-build opportunities for those considering a custom project.
Extend your trip with a luxury Caribbean yacht charter
Situated in Florida’s illustrious yachting playground, the Fort Lauderdale International boat show 2026 offers lots of options for a post-show yacht charter. It’s been labelled the Venice of America due to its network on inland waterways which wend themselves past cosseted waterfront villas, with no shortage of well-facilitated marinas and luxury resorts to pull into.
For longer charter holidays, head south to the Florida Keys, a necklace of impossibly pretty small islands, a handful of which are home to well-heeled resorts, while the rest are delightfully undeveloped, offering real opportunities for wildlife encounters and quiet escapes in one of more than 100 anchorages.
Caribbean yacht charters are also a real possibility, with some of the best islands in the Bahamas just a two-hour cruise even though the myriad cays and islands lapped by turquoise waters, feel a world away from the bustle of Fort Lauderdale.
Speak to an Edmiston yacht broker today to enquire about a charter at this year’s FLIBS or to arrange a private yacht viewing, and make this your best Fort Lauderdale yacht show yet.
When is the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2026?
The 2026 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show dates run from 28 October to 1 November
How do I attend the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show 2026?
Set within a supremely well facilitated yachting region, it couldn’t be easier to attend the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show. Marina berths are available in Pier 66 Marina, Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina, and Marina Bay. With an international airport, it’s also very easy to get to Fort Lauderdale from wherever you are in the world.
Do I need to purchase Fort Lauderdale Boat Show tickets?
Yes, you need to buy tickets for FLIBS 2026 in advance and one ticket will give you access to the seven separate areas of the show.
What yachts can I see at FLIBS 2026?
No yachts have been announced for the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show yet, but you can expect to see both new build and brokerage yachts from some of the biggest names in the marine world.
Where are the main Fort Lauderdale boat show locations?
The Baja Mar Yachting Center is the main entry point for the show, while the Superyacht Village in Pier 66 South Marina is where you can see the largest and most luxurious yachts at FLIBS. The other five main areas at the Fort Lauderdale Yacht Show are: Pier Sixty-Six North, 17th Street Yacht Basin, Broward County Convention Center, the Hall of Fame Marina and Las Olas Marina.
How can I arrange private yacht viewings during FLIBS?
Speak to an Edmiston broker, who can arrange appointments to view some of the best yachts in show.
Can I charter a yacht during or after the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show?
Yes, FLIBS is a great place for charter opportunities either during or after the show, with the Florida Keys, Bahamas charters and wider Caribbean yacht charters all possible from here.