8 -13 sept. 2026
Cannes – Vieux Port & Port Canto
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Cannes - Vieux Port & Port Canto

8 – 13 Sept. 2026
Cannes – Vieux Port & Port Canto

Cannes Yachting Festival

Europe's top in-water boat show and the world's no.1 show for large sailing boats.

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An exceptional trade show at the heart of the French Riviera

The Cannes Yachting Festival is Europe’s leading in-water boat show, held every year in early September. It showcases an eclectic range of more than 700 boats from 5 to 55 metres, 680 exhibitors, and 56,600 professional and enthusiast visitors across the Vieux Port and Port Canto sites.

Boats are displayed on land for units under 10 metres and in water for larger vessels. They include sailing and motor boats, monohulls and multihulls, rigid-hull and RIB models, both new and pre-owned.

A wide selection of equipment suppliers, service companies and toys is also presented on land.

Meet the biggest names in the boating industry and discover their latest innovations in an unparalleled visiting environment.

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The Cannes Yachting Festival in figures

56,600

Visitors

680

Exhibitors

710

Boats and yachts form 5 to 55 meters

680

Journalists

Ideal places for discovery

Located on the two ports of Cannes, the Vieux Port and the Port Canto, the Cannes Yachting Festival welcomes you in an exceptional environment, from one end to the other of the famous Croisette.

Come and admire the most beautiful yachts and sailing boats on the sunny coast of the French Riviera.  On the occasion of your visit, you may have the chance to take the helm of exceptional units during sea trials! 

The two ports

VIEUX PORT

Among the harbours on the French Riviera, the Vieux Port enjoys a privileged place in the heart of the city of Cannes, at the foot of the Suquet. 

Since 2019, it is 100% dedicated to the motor boat industry. Construction sites, equipment manufacturers and service companies are here to present their latest innovations.

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PORT CANTO

East of the Croisette, the Port Canto is the setting of the Sailing Area, the Yacht Brokerage sector and water toys. 

It also hosts the Power Boat Marina dedicated to motorboats up to 12/13 meters. A total of 180 boats (150 afloat and 30 on land), with rigid or semi-rigid hulls, are displayed in this space.

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🗞️ The show daily - in partnership with Skipper Magazine

Dive into the heart of the event !

Every day, Skipper Magazine brings you an exclusive video news bulletin to experience the show as if you were there. Interviews, behind-the-scenes, innovations, highlights… don’t miss a thing from the world of boating. Watch all episodes of the show daily here to stay informed, inspired, and connected.

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SNSM - Nationale sea rescue society

For several years, the Cannes Yachting Festival has been a proud supporter of the SNSM - Société Nationale des Sauveteurs en Mer (national sea rescue society).

The primary mission of the SNSM is to save lives at sea.

SNSM's on-board lifeguards are distinguished by their expertise, adaptability, responsiveness and equipment. All are driven by a deep commitment. The SNSM's mission is to save lives at sea, free of charge and on a voluntary basis. In 2023, 12,326 people were rescued at sea by SNSM lifeboat crews.

The SNSM is the only recognized organization in France dedicated to maritime rescue.

  • 196, the national coastal emergency number
  • VHF channel 16, the international emergency frequency
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Welcome to the Cannes Yachting Festival. Now, be YOU.

At RX’s Cannes Yachting Festival, everyone belongs. We cultivate a culture of inclusion at all our events, where the very things that make each of us unique are celebrated. Our exhibitors, attendees, partners and event colleagues are people from a wide variety of backgrounds, who make our shows stronger and our collective experience richer. Now, be YOU.

ABOUT THE ORGANISER

The Cannes Yachting Festival is organised by RX, a global leader in events and trade shows. Operating in 25 countries and serving 41 industry sectors, RX leverages its expertise, data and technology to create events that foster connections, business opportunities and company growth.

Through nearly 350 events organised each year, RX designs experiences that inspire, connect and support the development of the industries it serves.

ABOUT THE OWNER

The French Nautical Industries Federation (FIN) is the professional organisation representing the boating industry in France. Its mission is to represent, develop and promote the French boating sector, both in France and internationally.

As part of its activities, FIN plays a major role in the organisation and promotion of leading boat shows. It owns several major events, including the Cannes Yachting Festival.