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Cabo Waves | International Yachting
The world of yachting2026 European yacht shows
From the harbors of Cannes and Monaco to the historic waterfront of Genoa, discover three of Europe’s most important yachting events — curated by Cabo Waves from Los Cabos, Mexico.
September — October 2026France · Monaco · Italy
MEDITERRANEAN YACHTING · EUROPE 2026The essential calendar
Three destinations. One passion for the sea.
Every year, the international yachting community gathers along the Mediterranean to unveil new yachts, discover marine technology, meet shipyards, designers and brokers, and experience the future of luxury on the water.
Cabo Waves has selected three essential European yacht shows for the 2026 season.
01 / France
Cannes Yachting Festival
Europe’s leading in-water boat show brings together hundreds of yachts, builders, equipment manufacturers and international yachting professionals along the French Riviera.
It is one of the industry’s major stages for new yacht launches, sea trials, sailing yachts, motor yachts and luxury marine innovation.
- 8–13 September
- Cannes, France
- 700+ yachts & boats
Official event websiteVisit official website
02 / Monaco
Monaco Yacht Show
The Monaco Yacht Show is one of the world’s most prestigious gatherings dedicated to superyachts.
Port Hercule becomes the center of the global superyacht industry, bringing together yacht owners, prospective buyers, builders, designers, brokers, luxury brands and some of the world’s most significant yachts.
- 23–26 September
- Port Hercule
- Superyachts
Official event websiteVisit official website
03 / Italy
Genoa International Boat Show
Salone Nautico Internazionale di Genova
One of the Mediterranean’s most historic and influential marine exhibitions, the Genoa International Boat Show combines yacht building, marine technology, sailing, motor yachts, equipment and Italian design.
Its waterfront setting invites visitors to discover yachts, marine innovation and some of Europe’s most important nautical brands.
- 1–6 October
- Genoa, Italy
- 66th edition
Official event websiteVisit official website
Next on the yachting calendar
Follow the Mediterranean season as it moves from the French Riviera to Monaco and the Italian coast.
Until opening day
Monaco Yacht Show
Port Hercule, Monaco · September 23–26, 2026
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A Mediterranean perspective
Three coastlines. Three distinct expressions of yachting.
Each show has its own rhythm — from new launches and sea trials to the world of superyachts and the heritage of Italian nautical design.
02Monaco
The superyacht world
Monaco concentrates the global superyacht community in one iconic harbor, where design, ownership and brokerage converge.
03Genova
Italian maritime heritage
Genoa connects contemporary shipbuilding and equipment with a deep culture of Mediterranean navigation and Italian design.
A glimpse of the Cabo Waves fleet
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From the Mediterranean to the Pacific
Experience yachting in Los Cabos
The international yacht-show season may take place in Europe, but the yachting lifestyle continues year-round in Cabo San Lucas.
Discover the coastline, the iconic Arch of Cabo San Lucas, secluded bays and the Sea of Cortez aboard a private Cabo Waves yacht experience.
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