October 13, 2026 A New Marine Industry Conference & Expo to Debut at the 2027 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show The Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF), owner of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), is excited to announce the launch of RefitX, a new two-day conference and exhibition dedicated exclusively to the yacht refit…
October 6, 2026 MRAA’s Dealer Week Conference & Expo is the marine industry’s premier education and networking event created specifically for boat dealership professionals looking to grow and invest in their business operations. This year’s theme, The New Fundamentals, focuses on the trends shaping dealership success today, including AI adoption, evolving customer expectations, and operational efficiency. Attendees…
September 29, 2026 The Ontario government is investing $45,000 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to expand and make improvements to the Canadian Raceboat Hall of Fame’s exhibit in Muskoka Lakes. “Our government is making investments to ensure people continue to enjoy the attractions that have helped make the Muskoka region an attractive place to…
September 15, 2026 Get on the water with sea trials, paddleboard demos, docking lessons and interactive boating experiences for all ages September 18-20. Most boat shows let visitors admire vessels from the dock or showroom floor. The Vancouver International Boat Show’s Fall Marina Show & Sale puts attendees in the middle of the action, inviting them onto…
September 8, 2026 The Newport International Boat Show announced today the debut of its Fishing Village presented by Tashmoo Boatworks, an immersive experience created for anglers and fishing enthusiasts of all ages and levels as part of the 2026 showgoer experience September 17–20 along the historic downtown Newport waterfront. A longtime staple of the Martha’s Vineyard fishing community,…
September 1, 2026 The 2026 Canadian Safe Boating Council Symposium is taking place September 22–24, 2026, at the Hôtel Château Laurier Québec. This year’s theme, Education Builds Safer Waters, brings together boating safety professionals, educators, enforcement agencies, government partners, and industry leaders from across Canada to share ideas, build connections, and advance safe boating initiatives. Don’t miss your opportunity to: • Learn from leading experts and engaging panel discussions …
August 25, 2026 Registration is now open for this year’s National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) Conference & Expo in Dallas, Texas. Attendees can register three ways: Online, by phone 410-975-9425, or by email info@nmea.org The conference will be held at the Hilton Rockwall/Dallas Lakefront located along the shores of Lake Ray Hubbard, 30 miles from downtown Dallas. Our direct hotel link above…
August 25, 2026 The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), North America’s leading trade event for the recreational marine industry, is expanding how the industry connects when it returns to the Tampa Convention Center, October 6-8. From signature waterfront evening celebrations and targeted professional networking to programs designed to connect established leaders with the next generation of marine professionals,…
August 18, 2026 The 2026 Boating BC Conference, themed “Stronger Together – One Industry, One Course,” will once again be held at the River Rock Casino Resort in Richmond, BC. Conveniently located just steps from the SkyTrain, the venue offers the ideal setting to connect, learn, and collaborate with industry leaders from across British Columbia’s recreational boating sector. More details on sponsorship opportunities,…
The City of Richmond’s 23rd Annual Richmond Maritime Festival takes place on Aug. 22–23, 2026 at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site. The two-day, family-friendly event brings to life the rich maritime legacy of Steveston through nautical-themed activities, workshops, puppet shows, and music. Not to mention, an array of beautifully restored wooden and working boats will be docked at the site for enthusiasts…
August 11, 2026 The Newport International Boat Show has announced the judging panel for the 2026 Newport for New Products Awards (NFNP) program. Celebrating 20 years in 2026, the NFNP Awards serve as one of the marine industry’s most respected showcases for innovation and product excellence, providing exhibitors with a unique opportunity to introduce new boats and…
August 4, 2026 Planning is well underway for the Vancouver International Boat Show – Fall Marina Show & Sale, taking place September 18 to 20 at The Marina at Hampton Cove in Delta, BC. This premier on-water event will feature 58 in-water boat slips ranging from 39′ to 60′, 20 exhibitor booth spaces, and nearly 3,000 linear feet of exhibit space, including demonstration slips. Exhibitor booth spaces…
July 14, 2026 Join HBK and VI-grade on September 15–16 in Novi, Michigan for customer presentations, technical sessions, live demonstrations, and exclusive access to one of North America’s leading Driver-in-the-Loop simulation facilities. VI-grade, the global provider of human-centric simulation-driven vehicle development solutions, together with HBK, announced on July 9th, the Smart Prototypes Summit 2026 – North America, taking place on September…
July 7, 2026 Visitor registration for Metstrade 2026 is now open, inviting leisure marine professionals from around the world to secure their place at the industry’s leading global B2B event, taking place at RAI Amsterdam from 17–19 November. Free registration for Metstrade is only available until 1 November – secure your registration here: https://metstrade.login.rai.eu/?survey=2cmxfxru7ruf2. Metstrade is where the…
June 30, 2026 Plan to attend the ACBS Toronto, 44th Annual Vintage Boat Show on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at the Muskoka Wharf, Gravenhurst Ontario. This is the largest Antique and Classic Boat show in Canada, with an amazing display of boats in the water and on land as well as other features like the Nautical…
June 23, 2026 The Newport International Boat Show presented by BankNewport announced that tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Show, as it prepares to celebrate 55 years as one of the premier and largest Northeast in-water boat shows. Set for September 17-20 on Newport’s iconic waterfront, this year’s event will feature expanded educational programming, a reimagined Windward…
June 16, 2026 Final October Edition Will Introduce New Experiences, Expanded Education, and Practical Innovation Across the Marine Industry Registration is now open for the 2026 International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), North America’s premier technical trade event for the recreational marine industry, returning to the Tampa Convention Center October 6–8, 2026. As the industry prepares for the…
June 16, 2026 Vancouver International Boat Show’s inaugural Fall Marina Show & Sale to showcase 200+ boats with exclusive end-of-season deals and on-water demos. Boaters and marine enthusiasts will have a new reason to hit the docks this September as Boating BC launches a new in-water show at the Marina at Hampton Cove in Delta….
May 5, 2026 Marine Industry Set to Gather October 6-8, 2026, in Tampa The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced that North America’s premier technical trade event for the recreational marine industry is set to take place at the Tampa Convention Center, October 6-8, 2026. This year’s theme, “Embrace Innovation, Master Momentum,” recognizes that speed alone doesn’t…
April 28, 2026 Starting May 1, the Maritime Museum of British Columbia invites the public to discover the history of Navy uniforms in its new exhibition, Getting Tiddley: Navy Uniforms from Cap to Boot. What does it take to look “Tiddley”? In naval slang, “Tiddley” means looking sharp, neat, and tidy. This immersive exhibition invites visitors to “join” the…