City by the Sea - Newport RI International Boat Show

               
WELCOME TO THE CITY BY THE SEA!

Only 8 days until the start of the 43rd Newport International Boat Show! Hundreds of exhibitors, dozens of never-before-seen boats and products, great show specials and on the water boating opportunities. We look forward to seeing you in our beautiful city by the sea!

Show hours:
Thursday – Saturday, Sept. 12-14: 10am-6pm
Sunday - Sept. 15: 10am-5pm


PARKING MADE EASY

There is plenty of parking at Easton's Beach with a handicap-accessible shuttle service running daily from 8am-8pm. Click here to purchase show tickets and a parking pass in advance.


SPECIAL SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

We have a TON of activities and programs for you at the Newport International Boat Show. A few include:

Lee Chesneau will host a one-day course on understanding marine weather

Our free Saturday night Cruisers Party, hosted by Cruising Outpost, features music, pizza, beer and soft drinks

The “Authors Corner” in Tent C will feature Michael Cosgrove and Judy Silvia who capture the beauty of sailing in their writings.

Sailing Heals’ Sunday evening Sunset Cruise on its 72’ schooner Madeleine

Discover Boating’s Hands-On Skills Training (HOST) and Discover Sailing’s introductory Sailing course

Sailor Donna will entertain children with face painting and balloon art on the weekend

Visit our website to find out more, to sign up for seminars and training courses, or to simply stay in the know. All this and more at New England’s largest boat show!


NEWPORT FOR NEW PRODUCTS’ PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD

People attending the show on Thursday can vote for the best new boat exhibited at the show. There are over 40 to choose from this year, so give yourself time to review them all! Red and blue balloons signify each new debut. One lucky People's Choice voter will win an iPad with a $50 credit to the online Apple Store! Please pick up a voting ballot at any gate and be sure to drop off at the same location before the close of the show on Thursday at 6pm. The winner will be notified on Friday morning during the Awards Ceremony.


THANK YOU TO SPONSORS

Our sponsors make the Newport International Boat Show a success. A big thank you to: Bank Newport, Bermuda Tourism, Blue Chair Bay Rum, 5-Hour-Energy, Harbor Town Wine, Helly Hansen Newport, Jaguar, Karma Wellness Water, Land Rover, Sea Bags, Sebago, Six Degrees Water, Sobieski Vodka, and The Wall Street Journal.


CHARITABLE PARTNER SAILING HEALS’ SPECIAL OFFER

If you are or have experienced a traumatic event such as cancer, Sailing Heals is offering a special, complimentary Sunday morning excursion aboard the beautiful 72’ schooner Madeleine. Visit their booth in Tent C, Booth #71 to find out more and sign up.

HUNGRY?

Enjoy New England favorites and seaside fare, from comfort food to healthy options at our various onsite waterfront concession locations. From burgers and sandwiches to lobster rolls and clam chowder, all delectable choices can be paired with full bar options at our new Sunset Lounge area.