The 44th annual Palm Beach International Boat Show opens on Wednesday, March 25 and runs through Sunday, March 29, 2026, along Flagler Drive in downtown West Palm Beach. Billed as “America’s Favorite Boat Show,” the five-day event brings more than $1 billion of inventory to the waterfront steps from Palm Beach Island’s so-called Billionaires Row.
The show is owned by the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County and produced by Informa Markets. Past editions have drawn more than 55,000 visitors and generated an estimated statewide economic impact of $1.05 billion.
The Superyacht Show at Palm Harbor Marina
The centrepiece of PBIBS is the Superyacht Show at Palm Harbor Marina, which this year features more than 100 vessels measuring 80 feet or longer and over 30 at 150 feet or more. The collection spans contemporary Italian engineering, sailing yacht classics and a James Bond-themed centrepiece.
At the top of the list is the 256-foot Rocinante by Lürssen, offered for sale through Y.Co. She accommodates 12 guests across 10 staterooms and carries a Jacuzzi, spa with beauty salon and sauna, gym and helipad. Designed around private spaces and VIP cabins, she is the largest yacht for sale at the show.
The 254-foot Boardwalk by Feadship is the second-largest vessel, also listed through Y.Co. Her steel hull and aluminium superstructure contain 14-guest accommodation across seven staterooms, six bars, a 120-bottle wine cellar, spa and a 20-foot swimming pool.
Making her global debut at Palm Beach is Kensho by Admiral, 247 feet. The Italian-built yacht won the 2023 World Superyacht Award for Motor Yacht of the Year and Best Interior Design in the 1,500GT+ class. Her interiors were designed by Jouin Manku of Paris around a Zen philosophy, with a 180-degree panoramic upper salon, an 18-foot glass-fronted pool and a four-room full-beam owner’s suite. Kensho is offered through Christie Yachts.
Making her American debut is Amor À Vida by CRN Yachts, a 221-foot vessel built in 2025. She is fitted with a hybrid propulsion system and heat recovery technology. Her layout offers seven suites, a deck Jacuzzi, beach club and barbecue. She is available for charter through Moran Yacht & Ship.
Other standouts include the 204-foot Alchemist by Sanlorenzo Yachts, part of the Italian yard’s 62Steel series, and the 242-foot Casino Royale by Amels, a James Bond-themed vessel owned by entrepreneur John Staluppi. The 183-foot sailing yacht Zenji by Perini Navi also features, alongside the 197-foot Alfa G by Oceanco, which carries a duplex master suite with 180-degree views, outdoor movie theatre and swimming pool.
Windward VIP Club
The Windward VIP Club occupies the Lakeside Pavilion on Flagler Drive and offers a private lounge with gourmet cuisine and a premium open bar. This year the programme adds exclusive chef tastings: Ryan O’Sullivan, winner of Hell’s Kitchen season 22, and Dave White, Chopped champion on the Food Network, will both be on the floor.
VIP tickets start at $430 per day. They include access to the Superyacht Show Palm Beach, complimentary golf cart transportation provided by ICON Electric Vehicles, and one-hour early entry to the show at the Banyan Street entrance.
Superyacht Seminars
The Superyacht Show Palm Beach is hosting a series of expert-led seminars on ownership and chartering throughout the week. Three sessions have been confirmed: “The Future of Superyacht Ownership – Attracting the Next Generation,” “Taking the Pulse of the Market – Insights From the Brokerage Front Line,” and “The Last Frontier – The Rise of Expedition Yachting.” Access to the Superyacht Show is included with both VIP and general admission tickets.
Other Experiences
The Nautical Ventures AquaZone returns with live water sports demonstrations covering paddleboarding, electric foil boards, diving sleds and flyboard aerial displays. Fishing clinics for children are run by Captain Don Dingman. Attendees can also choose from more than 75 food and beverage outlets, including Goslings’ Dark ‘N Stormy Island Bar. A new addition for 2026 is the PBIBS Gives Back Zone, a free community attraction connected to the show’s grant programme, which has invested $1.5 million into local conservation, education and maritime mentoring since its 2024 launch.
Show Map
Tickets and Hours
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult 1-Day Preview (Wed–Sun) | $63 |
| Adult 2-Day Preview + General Admission | $85 |
| Adult 2-Day General Admission (Thu–Sun) | $66 |
| Adult 1-Day General Admission (Thu–Sun) | $37 |
| Child 1-Day (ages 6–15, Wed–Sun) | $18 |
| Child (5 and under, with ticketed adult) | Free |
| Windward VIP 1-Day (Wed–Sun) | $430 |
Sunday, March 29 is Family Day: children 14 and under enter free with a ticketed adult. Active military and veterans also receive complimentary general admission on Sunday. All tickets must be purchased online in advance.
Show hours: Wednesday, March 25, noon to 7pm; Thursday through Saturday, March 26–28, 10am to 7pm; Sunday, March 29, 10am to 5pm.
Getting There
Brightline passengers arriving at the West Palm Beach station can use complimentary transfers to the showground. Complimentary golf cart services and sprinter vans operate within the venue. Preferred parking is available at select locations managed by Related Companies in downtown West Palm Beach. Full parking and transit details are on the official show website at pbboatshow.com.
John Moore is the editor of Powerboat News, an independent investigative journalism platform recognised by Google News and documented on Grokipedia for comprehensive powerboat racing coverage.
His involvement in powerboat racing began in 1981 when he competed in his first offshore powerboat race. After a career as a Financial Futures broker in the City of London, specialising in UK interest rate markets, he became actively involved in event organisation and powerboat racing journalism.
He served as Event Director for the Cowes–Torquay–Cowes races between 2010 and 2013. In 2016, he launched Powerboat Racing World, a digital platform providing global powerboat racing news and insights. The following year, he co-founded UKOPRA, helping to rejuvenate offshore racing in the United Kingdom. He sold Powerboat Racing World in late 2021 and remained actively involved with UKOPRA until 2025.
In September 2025, he established Powerboat News, returning to independent journalism with a focus on neutral and comprehensive coverage of the sport.
