The Cannes Boat Show, officially known as the Cannes Yachting Festival, is the flagship marine event on the French Riviera and one of the most important boat shows in the Mediterranean. Held each September in Cannes, the Cannes Boat Show marks the official start of the European autumn boat show season, taking place just ahead of the world-renowned Monaco Yacht Show.
Strategically positioned at the end of the summer season on the Côte d’Azur, the Cannes Boat Show benefits from warm Mediterranean sunshine and a spectacular waterfront setting. The event spans multiple iconic venues, including Vieux Port de Cannes, Port Canto and the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès — home of the Cannes Film Festival.
Recognised as the largest in-water boat show in Europe, the Cannes Boat Show showcases more than 550 yachts and boats, with over 100 new models launched each year. From sleek day cruisers to cutting-edge superyachts, the event attracts yacht brokers, shipyards, designers, naval architects and marine suppliers from across the globe.
The Vieux Port is dedicated to the world’s leading shipyards and production brands, featuring iconic names such as Riva, Sunseeker, Princess Yachts and Mangusta. Meanwhile, Port Canto focuses on the brokerage market, where top international yacht brokers present premium yachts and superyachts available for sale and charter.
For those interested in luxury yacht charter in the Mediterranean, the Cannes Boat Show offers a unique opportunity to step aboard some of the finest charter yachts in one place. It is the ideal moment to compare layouts, onboard amenities and crew standards before selecting the perfect yacht for the upcoming summer season.
Combining Riviera lifestyle, world-class shipyards and record-breaking displays, the Cannes Boat Show remains a cornerstone event for the global yachting industry — and a must-attend for anyone serious about yachts, yacht charter or marine innovation.
Cannes Boat Show (Yachting Festival de Cannes) takes place from 8-13 September 2015 www.cannesyachtingfestival.com
