Fall resets the boat show calendar. The Monaco Yacht Show gets things going in late September, and by the end of October the circuit has crossed the Atlantic to Fort Lauderdale for five days of in-water boats and gear. If you own a boat or run one for someone else, the months between September and spring are your best chance to compare equipment and talk to the people who build it.
This guide covers the major shows and the tournaments and marine events worth planning around, with 2026–2027 dates from each organizer and where the AERÉ team exhibits or attends. You can also view or download our printable boat show calendar to keep the full schedule handy. Stop by to see inflatable fenders, the Workfloat Platform, and Fenda-Sox covers in person.
| Show or event | Dates | Location | AERÉ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monaco Yacht Show | September 23–26, 2026 | Port Hercule, Monaco | Sponsor, tech table |
| Genoa International Boat Show | October 1–6, 2026 | Genoa, Italy | |
| Annapolis Powerboat Show | October 8–11, 2026 | City Dock, Annapolis, MD | |
| Annapolis Sailboat Show | October 15–18, 2026 | City Dock, Annapolis, MD | |
| Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) | October 28–November 1, 2026 | Fort Lauderdale, FL | Exhibiting |
| Miami International Boat Show (MIBS) | February 10–14, 2027 | Miami and Miami Beach, FL | Attending |
| Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS) | March 17–21, 2027 | Downtown West Palm Beach, FL | Exhibiting |
| Suncoast Boat Show | April 23–25, 2027 | Marina Jack, Sarasota, FL |
In this article:
- The Autumn Boat Show Circuit
- Where the Winter and Spring Circuit Goes
- Marine Tournaments and Competitive Events
- How to Plan Your Show Season and Meet the AERÉ Team
- Check Final Dates with Each Show
The Autumn Boat Show Circuit
Fall shows run late September through November 1, starting on the Mediterranean and finishing in South Florida. Monaco and Genoa opened the 2026 season in Europe. Annapolis gives power and sail a week each in October, and Fort Lauderdale closes the stretch as the show to circle if you want to see AERÉ gear at full size.
Monaco Yacht Show
Port Hercule, Monaco | September 23–26, 2026
Monaco centers on superyachts and the equipment that goes on them. In 2026, AERÉ sponsored the ACREW & IMM Business Lounge and had a tech table in La Rascasse, and the team spent the show talking with captains and build teams about custom yacht fender solutions.
Genoa International Boat Show
Genoa, Italy | October 1–6, 2026
Genoa covers Mediterranean power and sail with a strong technical side, giving component makers and marine gear real floor space. The 2026 show was its 66th edition.
Annapolis Powerboat and Sailboat Shows
City Dock, Annapolis, MD | October 8–11 and October 15–18, 2026
The Annapolis Powerboat Show and the Annapolis Sailboat Show split power and sail across consecutive October weeks at City Dock, with the boats in the water. Cruising gear dominates, and much of the crowd boats on the Chesapeake every season.
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS)
Fort Lauderdale, FL | October 28–November 1, 2026
FLIBS bills itself as the world’s largest in-water boat show, and 2026 is its 67th edition. AERÉ is exhibiting with full-size inflatable fenders, the Workfloat Platform, and custom Fenda-Sox on display. If you’d like a set time with the team, you can schedule a meeting before the show.
Where the Winter and Spring Circuit Goes
After FLIBS, the South Florida circuit picks back up in February, with three shows running into late April. AERÉ exhibits at Palm Beach and attends Miami, so the winter and spring shows give you two more chances to meet the team before summer.
Miami International Boat Show (MIBS)
Miami and Miami Beach, FL | February 10–14, 2027
MIBS spreads across multiple venues and leans toward center consoles, performance motor yachts, and marine electronics. The AERÉ team is walking the show and available for client consultations.
Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS)
Downtown West Palm Beach, FL | March 17–21, 2027
PBIBS lines the Intracoastal Waterway with superyachts, sportfishers, and luxury marine products. AERÉ exhibits with live product testing and show-exclusive promotions.
Suncoast Boat Show
Marina Jack, Sarasota, FL | April 23–25, 2027
Suncoast closes the Florida spring run with a regional focus on coastal cruising and spring commissioning gear. It’s a smaller show with a local crowd, which makes real conversations with vendors easier.
Marine Tournaments and Competitive Events
Tournaments and summer events work a fender system harder than an ordinary weekend at your home slip, and how depends on the event. Canyon fishing tournaments mean crowded marina slips, fast turnarounds, and docking day after day. Regattas are different. Boats spend more time tied up beside each other, so the fenders between hulls do most of the work.
Canyon Fishing Tournaments
The Montauk Canyon Challenge is a captain’s choice offshore tournament out of Montauk, NY, held each July. Boats pick their own fishing days inside a nine-day window. Later in July comes the Tri-State Canyon Shootout, with 75 to 90 boats fishing off Block Island, RI. Crews come in tired and need a tight slip fast, so fenders already set and sized right take one job off their hands.
Classic Yacht Regattas
The Camden Classics Cup is a classic yacht regatta held each July in Camden, Maine, with two days of racing and a parade of sail. After racing, it’s common to see boats rafted up, and a fender between each pair of hulls keeps topsides from rubbing. Inflatable fenders are quick to deploy when you raft up and deflate for stowage when you leave.
How to Plan Your Show Season and Meet the AERÉ Team
Planning your show season starts with your docking setup. Measure the impact zones along your hull and note your slip constraints. Then check your storage before you commit to new gear. Deflated, an inflatable fender takes up to 90% less storage space than a solid vinyl fender, which matters most on smaller boats where locker space is tight.
Size fenders by boat length using the AERÉ fender size guide, and carry at least three on most cruising boats.
At FLIBS or Palm Beach, you can sit down one-on-one with the AERÉ team. Bring your hull measurements and slip details, and the team can help you choose fender sizes. Fenda-Sox covers can be custom-made to fit any fender, including other brands. Our events page lists the shows where you can find us.
Check Final Dates with Each Show
Organizers sometimes adjust hours, venues, or dates, so confirm the details on each show’s official site before you go.
