Newport Charter Yacht Show 2026

Established in 1982, the trade-only Newport Charter Yacht Show offers yacht charter brokers and industry professionals an unrivaled chance to explore the latest boat charters operating in the region and experience their luxurious amenities first-hand.

Conveniently situated near popular USA yacht charter destinations such as New York and Maine, this event is ideal for those seeking inspiration for future New England yacht charters.

Yacht rentals at the Newport Charter Yacht Show

Showcasing a prominent display of luxury yacht rentals within the 70–200ft+ (21-60.9m+) sector, the Newport Charter Yacht Show allows visitors to board the attending North America yacht charters and learn all they can from relative crew members and representatives, ready to report back to prospective yacht charter clients.

Known for displaying a good range of yacht styles including motor yacht and sailing yacht charters, plus multihulls, the Newport Charter Yacht Show helps all visitors get the most out of the event with an exclusive series of talks and the AYCA Seminar that covers a range of associated topics including maritime law adjustments, new technologies, and introductions to local attractions that can be integrated into Northeast America yacht charters.

Crew competitions

Encouraging visiting Captains, stewards, and deckhands from attending crewed yacht charters to participate actively in the event alongside the fleet of boat charters, the show features a variety of competitions aimed at testing their skills and allowing them to earn bragging rights for themselves and their associated sailing or motor yacht charters.

The four crew competitions at the Newport Charter Yacht Show include:

• Chef Competition
• Tablescaping Competition
• Captain and Deck Challenge
• Signature Cocktail Competition

Newport Charter Yacht Show and North America boat charters

Ideally located to offer a range of USA yacht charters, Newport and Northeast America open a gateway to captivating areas of outstanding natural beauty and incredible experiences that will never be forgotten.

Watersports yacht charters thrive in these waters, along with many opportunities to test out the latest angling gear and snorkeling equipment.

Some of the highlights to see during luxury yacht charters in the region include the stunning Gilded Age mansion of The Breakers in New England and local eateries like the CRU Oyster Bar and the Tides Beach Club.

If you're interested in chartering the region, take a look at our comprehensive guide to North America yacht charters and some sample North America yacht charter itineraries.

To arrange for a broker to attend the Newport Charter Yacht Show on your behalf, contact your preferred yacht charter broker today for more details.

Alternatively, find more inspiration on boat charters by viewing the entire global yacht charter fleet.