Monaco Yacht Show

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Cultural & TraditionalPort Hercule
Dates23–26 September 2026Confirmed listing
Duration4 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLiving tradition, ritual symbolsVery few exhibitions anywhere let visitors
Language["en"]Currency: EUR
CategoryCultural & TraditionalFestival type
The story

Monaco Yacht Show in Port Hercule

Launched in 1991, the Monaco Yacht Show turns Port Hercule each September into the world's foremost in-water display of superyachts, with the 2026 edition running September 23 through 26. More than 120 superyachts float alongside roughly 60 luxury tenders, drawn together by over 560 exhibitors spanning designers, naval architects, builders, equipment suppliers, brokers, and service providers from across the global yachting industry.

The Monaco Yacht Show launched in 1991 with a format that set it apart from typical boat shows from the start: rather than displaying vessels hauled onto land or suspended in convention halls, it puts its entire fleet directly in the water, moored along Port Hercule for visitors to board and inspect in person.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Very few exhibitions anywhere let visitors board the actual product rather than view it from a distance, but that is the entire premise of an in-water superyacht show: more than 120 vessels, averaging around 50 metres with the largest exceeding 100, sit moored in Port Hercule for direct inspection rather than static display

02

The mystery stays covered

Roughly 40 new superyacht launches debut each year, making it a genuine unveiling ground rather than a showcase of vessels already familiar to the industry

03

The city starts moving

With more than 560 exhibitors, ranging from naval architects and shipyards to brokers and equipment suppliers, the event functions as the yachting world's most concentrated annual gathering

04

The water draws everyone in

Recent editions have leaned further into innovation and more sustainable approaches to yacht design and operation, reflecting where the industry is heading

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Displaying the entire fleet moored in the water for direct boarding

Water and renewal

Living ritual

rather than on land or in a convention hall

The sacred route

Living ritual

remains the show's founding and unchanged format since 1991

The local code

Living ritual

Unveiling roughly 40 new superyacht launches each September has become a fixed annual highlight of the event

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

23–26 September 2026

Getting around

Use the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.

What to wear

Smart resort wear suits the harbor setting, with many exhibitors and brokers in business attire and visitors favoring polished, comfortable clothing for boarding vessels. Flat, non-marking...

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

Stay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

["en"] · EUR

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map43.74 N, 7.43 EOpen in Google Maps

Port Hercule, Port Hercule, Monaco

Nearest airportNCE — Nice-Côte d'Azur
TransportUse the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.
Stay areaStay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

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External travel services to turn the plan into a trip — each opens in a new tab.

How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Port Hercule via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Port Hercule, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for September.Compare faresFestival gearSmart resort wear suits the harbor setting, with many exhibitors and brokers in business attire and visitors favoring polished, comfortable clothing for boarding vessels. Flat, non-marking shoes are practical and often required when stepping aboard superyacht decks.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Monaco and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Monaco Yacht Show?

Monaco Yacht Show is listed for 23–26 September 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Monaco Yacht Show take place?

The festival is listed in Port Hercule, Monaco. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

4 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Port Hercule, Port Hercule, Monaco

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLmonacoyachtshow.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed dates23–26 September 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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