FLIBS 2026 Dates Announced As Doors Close On The 66th Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

Spanning five days from 29 October until 2 November, this year's event welcomed 162 superyachts, with an additional 17 at anchor. With an average length of 35.68m and an average age of 10.86 years, this year's attending fleet at FLIBS was younger than in 2024, though shorter in regards to LOA (Length Overall).

Despite the dip in numbers on both length and attendance, down from 195 at the celebratory milestone edition last year, the showcased fleet of luxury yachts and motor yacht charters was very well received by visitors, with brokers and shipyards also reporting a successful year.

FLIBS remains one of the most significant events in the global yachting calendar. This year, we were proud to showcase an outstanding selection of superyachts and to connect with clients and industry leaders who continue to inspire the future of luxury yachting.

Witnessing the return of many established attractions around the docks, such as the action-packed AquaZone run by Nautical Ventures, FLIBS made full use of all seven marinas with 1,000 curated exhibitors providing a broad range of exclusive products and merchandise, plus an exotic car collection adjacent to the ever-popular Superyacht Village.

Added to the lineup in 2019 as part of the diamond anniversary revamp, the Superyacht Village off Pier 66 is home to the largest yachts at the show, and it continues to prove a fundamental element of the show's offerings, with VIP crowds drawn to the display every year.

Leading this year's selection of attending USA yacht charters, 213.3ft (65m) luxury yacht rental ETERNITY was the largest charter yacht in show, making her second appearance at a boat show for 2025 following her attendance at the Palm Beach International Boat Show.

Boasting multiple standout features such as a large swimming pool with a counter-current, a private fold-down balcony, and a well-stocked toy garage, ETERNITY is a Codecasa charter yacht who knows how to deliver exceptional experiences, with an abundance of premium amenities, and availability in some of the world's most enticing destinations like the Bahamas.

With other leading Florida yacht charters like 190ft (57.91m) superyacht charter SKYFALL and the sleek 189ft (57.61m) yacht rental W also adorning the pontoons, this year's edition of FLIBS hosted 78 superyacht debuts, 14 of which were charter yachts.

Making waves for the fleet of Amels yachts for charter, the largest charter debut at FLIBS this year was the award-winning 196.10ft (60m) yacht rental ENTOURAGE, with her eye-catching exteriors penned by Espen Oeino and her top-tier onboard facilities.

Available throughout the winter season for Caribbean yacht charters, ENTOURAGE can accommodate up to 12 sleeping charter guests in a six-cabin layout, with amenities including a large swim platform and beach club, ample sunbathing and alfresco dining spaces, plus a great collection of the latest watersports gear.

Elsewhere around the pontoons, other North America yacht charters that made their debuts at the show included 161.9ft (49.3m) charter yacht VIBRANCE, 145ft (44.2m) sailing yacht charter HEMISPHERE, and 145ft (44.2m) luxury yacht charter WATERCOLOURS.

Looking ahead to the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, which is scheduled to run from 28 October until 1 November, now is a great time to experience the indulgence of a charter around North America and the Caribbean. Most yacht rentals will have already completed their transatlantic voyage, with more anticipated to complete the journey by the end of November.

Find out more about the latest availability, special offers, and details surrounding yacht charter costs by reaching out to your preferred yacht charter broker today. Or find further inspiration by viewing over 4,000 luxury yacht charters on YachtCharterFleet, home to the largest curated collection of yacht rentals.