Cannes Yachting Festival 2026

Where the new yachting season begins – and smarter yacht operations should too.

Cannes Yachting Festival 2026
08.09.202613.09.2026

The Cannes Yachting Festival is one of Europe’s leading international yachting events, bringing together yacht builders, designers, brokers, equipment manufacturers, owners, captains and marine industry professionals from around the world.

Held every September in Cannes, the show marks an important start to the European yachting season and provides an opportunity to discover new yachts, innovations and developments shaping the industry.

Two Iconic Cannes Locations

The festival takes place across two of Cannes’ best-known harbours: Vieux Port and Port Canto.

Vieux Port, located at the foot of the historic Le Suquet district, is traditionally home to a wide selection of new motor yachts presented by leading international shipyards.

Port Canto offers a different side of the show, with a strong focus on sailing yachts, brokerage and previously owned yachts, as well as dedicated areas for marine equipment and services.

Together, the two locations create one of the most diverse yacht showcases in Europe.

What to Expect at Cannes Yachting Festival 2026

Visitors can expect an extensive display of motor yachts, sailing yachts, tenders and marine equipment, ranging from innovative new models to large luxury yachts.

The festival is also an important meeting point for the wider professional yachting community. Shipyards, brokers, yacht managers, designers, suppliers and technology companies use the event to present new developments, build partnerships and discuss the trends influencing the future of the industry.

For yacht owners and prospective buyers, Cannes provides an opportunity to explore a wide range of vessels and meet directly with the companies behind them.

A Key Meeting Point for the Yachting Industry

Beyond the yachts themselves, Cannes Yachting Festival has become an important networking destination for the international marine industry.

Over six days, professionals from different areas of yachting come together to exchange ideas, establish new relationships and explore emerging technologies, services and business opportunities — including developments in yacht maintenance, charter management and fleet management.

With the Mediterranean as its backdrop and many of the industry’s leading brands represented, Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 will once again be an important date on the international yachting calendar.

Planning to visit
the boat show?

Meet the Seazone team during the boat show or book a short online demo to see how Seazone helps simplify yacht charter operations.

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Seazone yacht maintenance tools
Kristina Repeinik
Sales Director, Seazone
kristina@seazone.app

FAQ

What types of exhibitions?

Latest models of Motor boats, Sail yachts and tenders, along with 2nd hand exhibition. Emphasis in 2022 is for greater visibility to eco-friendly approaches, new technologies and luxury in the noblest possible way.

Can I speak with Seazone representative on the show?

Yes. Seazone CEO will attend the show this year and available for meetings with yacht managers, recruiters, captains and yacht owners interested in enhancing their yacht management tools.

Can I find a job during the boat show

Before and after the boat show many yachts are looking for extra hand on deck and interior. It can lead to a permanent position. Create a crew profile on Seazone to increase your hiring chances.

Can I find crew for the boat show

Yes. Seazone offers a Geo-location based crew search, which makes it a perfect tool to find local crew in a short notice. Create free yacht account to post a job offer that will reach to thousands of professional crew around you. Or contact our recruitment coordinator for assistance.

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