Newport Boat Show Coming Up

A row of the many sailboats on display.

Arial view of the show and the local Newport area around the show.

The 2024 Newport International Boat Show kicks off September 12 on the Newport, RI, waterfront. Boasting over 600 exhibitors and the largest in-water display in New England, the show showcases a wide array of powerboats, sailboats, marine accessories, boating products, and services.

Returning this year are the popular Tech Talks seminars: 2 hands-on technical training courses for boaters of all experience levels led by ABYC expert and Boat of the Year judge Ed Sherman.

The courses include “5 Things Every Boat Owner Should Know How to Do on Their Diesel Engine”and “Electrical Systems and Troubleshooting,” both offered Saturday, Sept. 14 and Sunday, Sept. 15. Seminars to be held at the International Yacht Restoration School.

Cost is $99 per course, and attendees must register.

Visitors check out some beautiful powerboats.