Vilamoura Marina will once again host, between the 6th and 14th of June, the 29th edition of the Marina de Vilamoura International Boat Show, an event that reinforces the Algarve’s position as one of the main European destinations for recreational boating.
According to the organization, the 2026 edition is already registering a strong turnout of national and international exhibitors, reflecting the sector’s growing interest in recreational boating in Portugal.
Organized by Vilamoura Marina, in partnership with FIL – Feira Internacional de Lisboa and with the support of , the event should bring together more than 50 brands, around 40 exhibitors and a hundred vessels.
The event aims to establish itself as one of the main business platforms for the nautical industry in southern Europe, bringing together buyers, investors and professionals linked to the sector.
Event reinforces Vilamoura’s international position
This year’s edition anticipates strong commercial dynamics, driven by vessel launches, brokerage activities and technological innovation.
Despite the high occupancy rate already recorded, the organization states that there are still participation opportunities for companies interested in being present at the event.
According to the promoters, the Marina de Vilamoura International Boat Show attracts more than 100 thousand visitors, around half from abroad, consolidating itself as a platform for generating contacts, partnerships and business.
Held since 1997, the event has played an important role in establishing Vilamoura as a reference destination for recreational boating in Europe.
The Algarve marina allows the exhibition of vessels in a real context, providing direct interaction between brands and potential buyers, in a model aligned with the main international events in the sector.
In addition to the business aspect, the event also has an impact on hotels, tourism and associated services in the region.
The Marina de Vilamoura International Boat Show takes place between June 6th and 14th, from 11am to 9pm, with free entry.
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