The Newport International Boat Show (NIBS) is a premier marine industry event, recognized as one of the largest and most prestigious boat shows in the Northeast. Spanning over seventeen acres across Newport's historic downtown waterfront, NIBS serves as the official kickoff to the boat show season. It is a must-attend for yacht and boat manufacturers, marine electronics suppliers, service providers, naval architects, and all boating enthusiasts. The show provides unparalleled value by showcasing a vast array of new sailboats, powerboats, marine products, services, and accessories, including luxury vessels, sustainable propulsion, and advanced onboard technology. Attendees, primarily from the affluent Northeast corridor, are engaged, educated, and financially capable buyers ready to make purchases, offering exhibitors direct access to decision-makers. With its comprehensive display of both power and sail, innovative programs like Newport For New Products, and extensive marketing, NIBS is the ideal platform for discovering the latest in marine innovation and fostering significant business connections.
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Premier Northeast Marine Event
Positioned as one of the largest and most prestigious boat shows in the Northeast, serving as the kickoff to the boat show season.
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Comprehensive Marine Showcase
Features new sailboats and powerboats, marine products, services, accessories, luxury vessels, sustainable propulsion, and onboard technology.
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Engaged & Qualified Buyers
Attracts financially capable buyers from the affluent Northeast corridor, ensuring direct access to decision-makers ready to make purchases.
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Newport For New Products Program
Highlights new U.S. product debuts with national recognition across the show, website, digital platforms, and publications.
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The 2026 Newport International Boat Show runs from Thursday, September 17th, to Sunday, September 20th.
The show is held across Newport's downtown waterfront, utilizing interconnected sites such as Newport Yachting Center, Bowen's Wharf, and Bannister's Wharf.
Tickets can be purchased online at www.newportboatshow.com. Prices vary, with a one-day general admission costing $33 and a two-day pass (including Preview Day) costing $68.
Parking is available at Easton's Beach for $42 per vehicle. Complimentary shuttle services run continuously from Easton's Beach to the show site.
